Oversexualized

There's recently been a lot of controversy regarding a new Barbie that sports fishnet pantyhose and heavy makeup. Here's the thing- if you as a parent think this particular Barbie is too sexualized then don't purchase it for your child. We've been told over the years how Barbie's set a bad example for young girls with their large breast, impossibly small waist, and perfect features. As children, my sisters and I loved playing with Barbie's…I mean seriously loved it as in we played for hours upon hours. And you know what- regardless of whether the Barbie you purchase for your child is an "oversexualized" Barbie or a conservatively, "respectfully" dressed one, your child is still going to undress her and make her and Ken have sex. Ask any adult female and she will confirm this truth (if she's honest). My point…regardless of whether Barbie is dressed trashy or classy, children are still going to mimic the sexualized cues and behaviors they pick up on from television, their parents, society, etc. Parents-it's okay…your child is going to be curious about their own sexuality and act it out in some way in their everyday imaginary play-this is normal behavior. I am not suggesting you should buy your child scantily clad dolls, rather, censoring what your child views on television, etc. would be much more effective than protesting about slutty Barbie attire.