A routine visit to the pediatrician took a bizarre turn for one mom when her kids stumbled upon an illustrated sex-ed book.
In the waiting room of a doctor’s office, there are plenty of things to avoid: the chair near the bathroom (you can hear everything happening on the other side), the toys that are likely festering with germs, and any child with a runny nose. As it turns out, picking a book for your kids while you wait might seem harmless, but for Jessica Lane, a London mom, a simple choice led to a flood of unexpected questions.
Jessica’s children, her four-year-old daughter Emma and eight-year-old son Max, picked up the book Mummy Laid An Egg: Or Where Do Babies Come From and eagerly asked her to read it. What seemed like a playful, innocent title turned out to be more of a graphic cartoon manual on reproduction.
Jessica shared her experience on social media, saying, “It all started off normally enough, with ‘sugar and spice and all things nice’ and such.” But then came a shocking twist on Page 6—“Daddy’s friendly looking ‘seed pods’” took the story in a completely unexpected direction.
These stick figure illustrations might not be far off from what kids often bring home from school, right? But wait, there’s more. “Why does this kids’ book feature clowns engaging in… strange activities? And who even thinks about having sex on a skateboard?” Jessica exclaimed. “The entire board is about the size of one of my butt cheeks. That’s just not realistic.”
“I shut the book when I got to the clowns,” Jessica confessed. “But then I had to go back and see what else was in store.” Let’s just say, the clowns certainly got themselves into some peculiar positions.
As Jessica navigated the wild illustrations, she thought, “Cue the four billion questions I hadn’t planned on answering today.” Adding to the chaos, there was a picture of a pregnant woman with an ALL CAPS reminder that she’s gaining weight, and another showing the aftermath of some rather bouncy playtime.
As a sex education teacher at a school for children with special needs, Jessica handled the encounter like a pro. “Honestly, it’s hilarious. I’m not disturbed, but I’m not sure how to process all of it,” she said. The late Babette Cole, the author, had a knack for creating unconventional books that spark discussions about sex, which is essential for kids and parents alike. However, sex clowns? Really?
If you’re curious, there’s an American version titled Mommy Laid An Egg. But before attempting any skateboard tricks, maybe do some stretches first.
For more information about home insemination, check out this insightful blog post here. And if you’re looking for resources on artificial insemination, Make A Mom is a great source. You can also read up on what to expect during your first IUI here.
In summary, a seemingly innocent trip to the pediatrician turned into a comedic yet enlightening experience for Jessica Lane and her kids, showcasing the unexpected ways children learn about complex topics like reproduction.