Family nudism/nude sunbathing acceptance and practice

I am a lapsed nudist. In my 20s I used to go semi-regularly to a nudist camp that was only a hundred miles from my apartment. It started out as a dare to myself because I was in really bad shape physically and had zero self esteem, but after my first visit I realized I enjoyed it and went back with little trepidation. It was a very liberating time of my life, and to be honest all of the welcoming people who were there helped me to accept who I am and how I look and encouraged me to get out of my shell. It felt great to not be treated as anything but a regular joe! Alas increasing responsibilities with the job, and the addition of a wife and kids led me to end my nuding adventures almost 20 years ago. Today I decided to dip my toe back into the nuding waters (so-to-speak) by sunbathing naked on my back porch; the weather was just too nice to resist and I have enough mature trees in the yard to obscure the view to anyone except those who would blatantly be acting as a peeping tom. I really enjoyed the brief time outside, and that event has led me to wonder if I should go back to the practice of nudism. I'm seriously considering bringing my wife and kids along with me to the camp, partly so that they could have the experience for themselves and also so that they never have any acceptance issues with their bodies as they grow up. Is anyone here a nudist with kids, or has grown up in a nudist family? I'm curious to hear how the family got involved in nudism and if there were any difficulties including reluctant family members in the experience (and if so, how was that dealt with?). Also, how did/would you communicate to your kids not to talk about nudism outside of the family and trusted individuals. With the way some people react nowadays, the potential for being labeled a pedophile or something equally ridiculous is ever present...
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  • Most resorts of that nature do not welcome single guys. And flat out are refuse married guys without their wives. (The guy could visit alone, but only if his wife had also joined.) From your description of your wife's views, I doubt she would go along with this. There are some public places where nudity is allowed where a guy alone could go, but I have no idea where you are and if there are any near you.

    If your wife would be willing to try it, you could arrange a visit to a clothing optional resort, and she could remain clothed, perhaps in a swim suit. The only times that nudity is required is usually in the pool. After a day in that atmosphere, seeing how normal it is, and her getting a chance to talk with others there, she might actually find it less intimidating that she originally thought.

    At their age, the kids will not even notice the difference. Kids that grow up in that environment (at least visiting each summer) are usually more knowledgeable about the opposite sex (physically) and less hung up on clothing issues.

  • I have lived in a large clothing optional community for over 10 years now and I can assure you there are many such friendly communities around the country. Clothing optional takes the pressure off of the initial reaction of being naked around others. Many non nudist have this misconception of guys walking around erecrt and orgies in the pools, etc. The reality is that nudism is a great equalizer. You can't hide your real self behind designer clothes. No one cares what kind of car you drive.I suggest you look into the AANR association and check out their newsletter for friendly clubs and good advice on your questions.

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  • Methinks you want to start with a conversation with the wife...

    and then maybe, progress to a weekend there, just the two of you...

    How old are the kids?

    • They're a bit young. 2 years and 6 months old. Back in the day, I'd seen others who'd brought toddlers with them, but not infants. I figured I would be laying the groundwork now for future visits.

    • Well, if the wife is OK with it.. then the kids will never know any different.

    • She may not be okay with it, simply because she was raised a strict Catholic in the Philippines, so she's extremely ashamed of her body. The fact that I find it marvelous to behold is fine with her; she's afraid of anyone else seeing her nude. It's interesting, because I'm fairly certain that her younger sister, who's still overseas, wouldn't be afraid of trying. Not sure why the two of them would have such differing opinions on the matter, though.

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  • I have no problem with my body and I'm not ashamed of it, I'm very comfortable being nude in front of others. My wife on the other hand isn't that comfortable with standing nude, that I know for certain.

    So because of her not being comfortable, I don't think I would ever join such a camp and she would find it really scary to have her kids nude in front of other strangers, that is for sure.

  • I have never been part of the lifestyle, but I do love being naked.

  • Although I have never lived in a nudist community, I have visited several and have been a nudist at home. Although my kids never got into it much, they weren't much against it either. It wasn't a big deal if they were seen naked. I think it made them less self-conscious about their body image. All in all I think it was healthier for them.

  • Yes were clothing optional family

  • I was not born in a nudist family, however, they were somewhat liberal and never frowned upon to anyone in minimum clothes. I used to see my mom wearing a shirt only, nothing beneath it. While it was hot, she would even remove shirt also. My elder brother would often wear shorts while sister in very light clothes. I got encouragement and after locking myself in bedroom, would remove everything. A couple of times my mom saw me nude, she didn't say anything but smiled. After departure of my elder brother from house, I tried to convince my mom that we all should stay nude, including sister. In the beginning she didn't agree, however later she consented, with strict instructions that none of us would be nude in presence of visitors/guests. My sister was very thankful to me for getting permission. Now I am married. My wife loves the life style. No inhibition, no reservation.

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  • I would love to grow in that kind of environment. It's quite good.