I recently had to have 'the talk' with my yf. See he is at that age where his body is changing whether he likes it or not even if he does not look like it. I had a good opportunity last weekend when he spent the night at my place.

"You spend the night you shower." Since the alternative is not spending the night he agreed.

I had to have a talk with him about hygiene. He may already be 'the smelly kid' and that is something I want him to work on. The day after we talked about it I got him some deodorant and a toothbrush for my place. I also got his dad to bring him some extra clothes so he would not have to wear the same thing for 3 days. I have not yet figured out whether he does not have enough clothes or if there is some other reason he wears the same thing days in a row. I can't buy him clothes right now but if that is an issue than maybe in the future I can.

It's not just about appearance. I have heard a few people talk about him. Nothing serious and not in front of him but it is not good. Also not brushing his teeth can affect his health.

Lots of boys go through this when they are younger showering is less important but around 11 they need to or will be noticeably smelly. They may still look like boys but they are starting to smell like teens.

He's a great kid and I enjoy having him around. It's even better when he does not smell like BO. Hey you live you learn.