My brother is 18. He has a 15 year old girlfriend. Age of consent where he lives is 16. They are both in highschool, he is a senior, she is a junior.
To my knowledge, he is still a virgin. He does know the basics about sexual health, pregnancy, prevention, and STD prevention. Another thing my mother and I butt heads about but she gave in on that one.
My mother refused to talk to him about the fact that if they were to engage in a sexual relationship, it would be illegal in my home state. She said he is innocent and he's not sexually active. It wasn't necessary. I implored her to change her mind because things can progress very quickly and he needed to know.
Last night I called my brother and discussed it with him myself. I didnt try to scare him, just gave him facts. He also told me they haven't done anything yet. I told him that if sex was something they are considering, they should wait until after her birthday in 3 months. I told him that sex can happen at their own pace when they are ready. I also mentioned was not for or against him having sex, only that I wanted him to wait until he wouldn't get in trouble.
I tried really hard to give a respectful but informative talk. My mother is pissed that I talked to him about it when she told me no.
AITA for wanting my brother to be informed and safe?
Edit: If it matters, I'm his sister and I am 26. I live out of state.
Edit: Thank you so much for the input and support. I'm going to have a follow up conversation with him about sexting and exchanging pictures. I had missed that topic on the earlier conversation. Also big thank you for the gold! This is my first.
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