Staying safe- Underwear Rule: Talk PANTS

2.Learn the Underwear Rule: Talk PANTS

Privates are Private

• Make sure you child knows that the parts of the body that are covered up by underwear are private.
• No one should ask to see or touch them
• Sometimes a doctor, nurse or family member may have to but they should always explain why they need to and ask you if it's okay first.

Always remember your body belongs to you

• No one should ever make you do things that make you feel uncomfortable or embarrassed.
• If someone asks to see or touch you under your underwear say 'NO'
• Tell someone you trust and like to talk to if someone has tried to see or touch you.

No means no

• You always have the right to say 'no' even if it's somebody you know or love
• You are in control of your body, how you feel is the most important thing
• If you want to say 'no' it's your choice

Talk about secrets that upset you

• There are good and bad secrets- good secrets can be surprises, presents or parties for other people
• Bad secrets can make you feel sad, scared or worried
• You should tell an adult about a bad secret straight away

Speak up, someone can help

• Talk about stuff if it is making you upset or worried
• If you feel sad, frightened always speak to an adult you trust
• You don’t have to talk to a family member you can talk to a teacher, a friends parent or even Childline