Protect against abuse

I sometimes worry about child abuse.  Why?  Because I know people who were abused as kids.  And it wasn't by a stranger.  It was by family members or family friends.  It isn't a topic most people want to discuss but it is important to be aware.  This was posted on Facebook recently so I wanted to share the link.  I think it has some sound points. 

http://babyandblog.com/2013/10/6-ways-to-protect-your-child-from-sexual-abuse/

This is a summary of the points in DeAnna's blog post:

1. Refer to your child’s body parts by their correct anatomical terms.
2. Always allow your child to choose when to show affection–Never force him to be affectionate towards anyone.
3. Stop telling your child to, “Be good.”
4. Let your child know that he can always come to talk to you about ANYTHING.
5. Know that potential abusers may not be who you’d expect.
6. Handle your business.
6 1/2. Reach out to others.     

While you may not be able to prevent a situation like this from happening, it is really important to establish open lines of communication with your child so he or she will always feel safe confiding in you in case something like this does occur.