Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie quote: Talk to her about sex, and start early. It will probably be a bit awkward, but it is necessary.

Talk to her about sex, and start early. It will probably be a bit awkward, but it is necessary.

~ Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie ~

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Talk to her about sex, and start early. It will probably be a bit awkward, but it is necessary.

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