PANTS is a simple way to talk to your child about staying safe from sexual abuse. You have probably already talked to your child about things like crossing the road safely. Talking to them about staying safe from sexual abuse is just as easy with our PANTS rules and Pantosaurus song. To sing along with Pantosaurus, click here.<\/p>\n
What are the PANTS rules?<\/p>\n
Privates are private
\nYour underwear covers up your private parts and no one should ask to see or touch them. Sometimes a doctor, nurse or family members might have to. But they should always explain why, and ask you if it is OK first.<\/p>\n
Always remember your body belongs to you
\nYour body belongs to you. No one should ever make you do things that make you feel embarrassed or uncomfortable. If someone asks to see or tries to touch you underneath your underwear say \\’NO\\’ \u2013 and tell someone you trust and like to speak to.<\/p>\n
No means no
\nNo means no and you always have the right to say \u2018no\u2019 \u2013 even to a family member or someone you love. You are in control of your body and the most important thing is how YOU feel. If you want to say \u2018no\u2019, it\u2019s your choice.<\/p>\n
Talk about secrets that upset you
\nThere are good and bad secrets. Good secrets can be things like surprise parties or presents for other people. Bad secrets make you feel sad, worried or frightened. You should tell an adult you trust about a bad secret straight away.<\/p>\n
Speak up, someone can help
\nTalk about stuff that makes you worried or upset. If you ever feel sad, anxious or frightened you should talk to an adult you trust. This does not have to be a family member. It can also be a teacher or a friend\\’s parent \u2013 or even\u00a0Childline.<\/p>\n
When\\’s the right time to talk PANTS?\u00a0<\/p>\n
You know your child better than anyone. And you will know when they are ready and how much detail to go into. Some parents found these moments helped them start the conversation:<\/p>\n
\tbathtime, applying cream or when getting your child dressed
\n \tcar journeys
\n \tgoing swimming and saying that what is covered by swimwear is private
\n \tduring a TV show that features a sensitive storyline
\n \tsinging along to our PANTS song with Pantosaurus.<\/p>\n
Talk PANTS with Amazon Alexa <\/p>\n
Just say:
\n\\”Alexa open NSPCC\\”
\n\\”Alexa ask NSPCC to play the PANTS song\\”
\n\\”Alexa ask NSPCC to start the PANTS game\\”<\/p>\n
Together for Childhood Plymouth<\/p>\n
An area of Plymouth has been chosen to pilot a ground-breaking new partnership to bring Plymouth communities and agencies together in an effort to prevent child sexual abuse.<\/p>\n
Together for Childhood aims to provide help and support for children, young people and their families at the earliest possible stage.<\/p>\n
For more information about Together for Childhood Plymouth, click here.<\/p>\n
If you are worried about the welfare of a child, or seeking advice on any concern at all, you can call the NSPCC Helpline on 0808 800 5000, email\u00a0help@nspcc.org.uk, or visit\u00a0nspcc.org.uk\/neglect.\u00a0If a child is in immediate danger, please call 999.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"