Should you wait to talk to a child about atheism?

[abaris]

I think that it also depends on where you live. In the south eastern US, religion is everywhere. There are billboards letting you know that Jesus Saves(right next to billboards telling you were the adult store is). Upon meeting someone for the first time, people ask what church you attend and are surprised if the answer is none. It would probably be better for the parents to explain why they are atheists when their son or daughter is young.

Yes, you're right of course. In my country, religion doesn't invade personal space. You have to actively look for it and I've never been asked what or if I believe. It's just not part of any casual conversations.

Have to add that the majority of our believers are meh catholics.