Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury Unruffled
Making Magical Holiday Memories
Dec 12, 2023
In this holiday episode, Janet shares ideas on encouraging young children to feel included in festivities, including gift giving and managing routine changes. She discusses setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care for parents, and offers tips for managing children's behavior during holiday events. She also delves into holiday traditions, introducing Santa Claus to toddlers, and creating lasting holiday memories.
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Quick takeaways
- During the holiday season, it's important to consider our children's perspective and plan events according to their rhythms and needs to prevent overstimulation and meltdowns.
- When talking to toddlers about Santa Claus, it's best to frame him as a magical mythical character, balancing the festivities with the true meaning of Christmas and involving toddlers in holiday activities to foster their sense of participation and ownership.
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Managing Children's Behavior During the Holidays
During the holiday season, it's important to consider our children's perspective. Young children are particularly sensitive to excitement, disruption of routines, and overstimulation. We need to take it easy ourselves and set boundaries to prevent stress and avoid rattling our children. Planning events according to our children's rhythms and needs and having an exit strategy in place can help prevent meltdowns. Prepare our children for activities and events by providing details and be aware of the buildup of excitement. Early signs of trouble indicate that our children need to be removed from the situation. Designating a holiday nap or quiet time for the whole family can also be helpful.
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