For many families juggling work, family life and home schooling can be challenging. But lockdown is also proving to be a positive experience for many children who are enjoying special time with their families and learning many important life lessons. Here’s our top tips:
This may be an anxious time for children and they may find the change of routine challenging. Give them lots of reassurance, comfort and love.
Try to build in special time with your child/ children throughout the day and create happy memories of time spent together.
Work flexibly around the needs of your children, this might include evenings and weekends, or swapping with other adults in your house if you can.
Fight the urge to stay in your PJ’s. Getting washed and dressed will help you prepare for the day ahead.
Take the opportunity to exercise once a day within government guidelines and get out for fresh air and sunlight.
Set small realistic goals and celebrate your progress.
Look after your mental health at home by taking time to appreciate the small things in life and look for the positives.
Remember… this is an unprecedented time. Don’t put yourself under too much pressure and try to have fun every day!
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