Child grooming is a serious issue and much more common than most dads realize. About 90% of victims are groomed by someone they know. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about how to protect your kids from child grooming.
Why This Matters
Grooming can feel like an “it will never happen to me” thing, but it’s much more common than most dads know.
Key Takeaways
· Grooming happens primarily online: According to the Child Crime Prevention and Safety Center, there are an estimated 500,000 predators online every day.
· Groomers play the long game: Predators often invest years in grooming victims.
· Groomers use tools: The most common are online anonymity, establishing trust, pushing isolation, and finding leverage. They then attempt to push physical boundaries.
Signs of Grooming Dads Should Know
1. LOOK FOR when your child receives a lot of attention from a person.
2. LOOK FOR when your child becomes isolated.
3. LOOK FOR when your child exhibits unusual behavior.
4. LOOK FOR when your child becomes more desensitized to crude humor and content.
5. LOOK FOR when your child has an aversion to a certain person.
Important Episode Timestamps
00:00 – 01:09 | What Is Grooming? A Clear Definition for Parents
01:09 – 02:46 | The Larry Nassar Case and Why It Still Matters to Dads
02:46 – 05:08 | Grooming Doesn’t Look Like a Stranger in a Van
05:08 – 10:39 | Online Grooming and the Danger of Anonymity
10:39 – 12:21 | To Catch a Predator Was Just the Beginning
12:21 – 15:14 | Real-Life Grooming Stories from Trusted Adults
15:14 – 16:36 | Isolation Is the Biggest Red Flag
16:36 – 17:57 | Behavioral Changes That Signal Possible Grooming
17:57 – End | Teaching Kids Boundaries, Consent, and Trusting Their Instincts
APD Pro Move:
Talk to your kids about these tactics so they know what’s appropriate and what’s not.
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