Is there such a thing as too young for bikini bottoms?

[Anonymous]

My cousin is 12 but her mom only permits her to wear swim shorts. Is this too extreme?

[OlderAndWiser]

There is a wide range of practices on this matter. There are people who will allow young children to be naked at the beach or around a pool. Some people will allow girls to be topless until they reach puberty. Some will let little girls act like big girls by wearing thongs and bikinis, and some will insist on girls wearing swimsuits with a skirt bottom. None of these are "clearly right" or "clearly wrong"; they simply represent different choices about how to raise children. (No, I do NOT endorse all of these practices. I am only repeating what I have observed at public beaches.)

Your aunt is entitled to use her judgment in making these decisions and you are not entitled to substitute your judgment for hers. Discussing this issue openly will only cause conflict and cause your aunt to become more entrenched in her position, so. . . my best advice is to realize this is "nunya bizness" and keep your piehole shut.

[AviatorTom]

Yes... A girl should be at least 18 before wearing a bikini. A 12yo girl could wear a two-piece suit but not a bikini.

[jazzy34]

Let your aunt raise her in the way she sees fit. It’s none of your concern. She’s not your child.

[CherryLove007]

The mother has the final say... and yes there is to answer your question.

[Asker]

Why is the answer yes

[AI Opinion]

Every family has different comfort levels and guidelines when it comes to swimwear. At 12, preferences can vary, and some parents choose swim shorts for modesty or comfort reasons. It's often about what makes both the child and parent feel comfortable and confident. Having open conversations about comfort and personal choice can help find a balance everyone is happy with.

[CountryWanderer]

No, I don't there's a lower limit. But especially not 12

[FunkyMonkee]

No, both of my sisters were wearing them when they were 3 or 4.

[Daytoday79]

I've seen lots of parents with children that young who are wearing them

[zombiewoof]

I have seen bikinis on all ages, i guess it is up to mom

[lilBigPotato]

It's just swimwear. It doesn't matter

[soe11]

• No limit, I think.

[Anonymous]

No its entirely correct.

[jahaims]

Children shouldn't wear bikinis

[BarryLiverstone]

When I’m a parent, 12 would be too young