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Kids/Parents Corner

Source፤ raisingchildren.net.au
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Being in the moment is about tuning in and thinking - Notice what your child is doing and comment on or
about what’s go- encourage it without judgment. For example, ‘Are the
ing on with big blue blocks the shopkeepers? And is the little red
your child. It block going shopping?’
shows your
- Listen to your child and try to tune in to your child’s
child that you
real feelings. For example, if your child is telling you a
care about the
long story about lots of things that happened during
things that mat-
the day, they might really be saying that they like the
ter to them,
new teacher or that they’re in a good mood.
which is the ba-
sis for a strong
- Stop and think about what your child’s behaviour is
re- telling you. For example, if your teenage child is hang-
ing around in the kitchen but not talking much, they
might just want to be close to you. You could offer a
hug or let them help with the cooking, without
needing to talk.
Part of being in the moment with your child is giv-
ing your child opportunities to take the lead. For
example: Let your child lead play by watching your
child and responding to what your child says or
does. This is great for younger children.
- Support your child’s ideas. For example, if your
older child decides to plan a family meal, why not
say yes?
lationship.
When your child expresses an opinion, you could use
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