<p>like cromette, I never thought of these as “dating rules.” I knew from having been a kid once that opportunity for sex occurs with girls in the neighborhood, within the church groups and at camp. Seemed to me to be way, way too late to discuss most rules when “dating” came about.</p>
<p>I had talked about decision-making (on any subject) when alcohol or drugs were involved.
I had talked to him about what yes, no and silence meant.
I had talked to my son about delaying intercourse because of the impact on any relationship.
I had talked about the need to use (and made to offer to provide) condoms if he was going to have sex. I mentioned what oldfort identified–that a teen unmarried pregnancy might result in the girl aborting without him having any say (or even knowledge).</p>
<p>But these conversations started long before he could drive (16 in my state).</p>
<p>So, when driving and “dating” did start, I continued to have a curfew for him.
I reminded him that I was a part of his support group so he could come to me on any and every subject matter for help and advice.</p>