[Alexis]

Prepare your speech or what you plan to say to the parents/family, be prepared for conflict and make sure to have evidence explained down to the very last detail on what you observed.

[Brooklyn]

Being honest, informative, kind and non judgemental.

[Priya]

Documenting the child’s progress and findings and have it ready to share with your child’s parents on a private meeting will be helpful. Documenting helps us to be objective about our findings. We have to make sure that the confidentiality is maintained. We need to have local resources for proper referral.

[Deseray Vazquez]

A good way to approach parents is by having a documentation book that has an explanation of each domain in their development. Along with pictures demonstrating their child’s capabilities and things they would need to work on. As they look through the book the caregiver would explain to them each domain and pictures more in depth and answer any additional questions they have.

[Fabian]

This can be done in a supportive and non-judgmental way, by starting with positive observations about the child’s strengths and interests, expressing a genuine desire to support the child’s development, and sharing information about the importance of early identification and intervention for developmental delays or concerns. We can also offer resources and support for families, such as information about screening tools, referrals to early intervention services, and ongoing communication and collaboration with families

[Jamie]

Great response

[Jennifer]

Having a child that has ADHD myself, I completely understand how parents can get defensive when your child is being discussed. As a provider I would prepare myself with all the observation documentation I needed along with any outside information for additional assistance to provide the parents with. Also approach the whole conversation with care and support so they don’t feel uncomfortable.

[Jamie]

Thank you.

[Ann Marie]

Some good ways to approach parents about Sharing your observations is to do so objectively and that relate to the developmental guidelines as well as offering a referral or local resources for your observations.

[Kelly]

Go over a the conversation with a coworker, actively listen, have your director there for support if needed.

[Tyler Becker]

I think laying good groundwork is really important to having difficult conversations about developmental screenings. Building good raport with families makes any conversation easier. Having good observation and documentation habits is also helpful. Sharing that information regularly with families can make it feel less like their child is being called out or misunderstood when it comes time to recommend a developmental screening. Thirdly, being prepared with resources to suggest to families can increase one’s own confidence and help the conversation go more smoothly.

[Maria ramos Henriquez]

algunas buenas maneras de acercarse a un padre sobre la evaluación del desarrollo de su hijo podría ser un tema delicado, por lo que es una buena idea comenzar con el borrador e incluso practicar lo que le va a decir a un colega para asegurarse de que está usando palabras objetivas y no subjetivo. también querrá documentación de observación y evaluaciones formales en la conversación para que tenga evidencia para respaldar lo que está hablando con ellos. si es algo que su hijo podría necesitar ayuda externa, tener una lista de recursos disponibles para ellos para que sepan sus próximos pasos y que usted tenga conexiones con esos recursos puede ayudar a aliviar su preocupación y saber que están en buenas manos.algunas buenas maneras de acercarse a un padre sobre la evaluación del desarrollo de su hijo podría ser un tema delicado, por lo que es una buena idea comenzar con el borrador e incluso practicar lo que le va a decir a un colega para asegurarse de que está usando palabras objetivas y no subjetivo. también querrá documentación de observación y evaluaciones formales en la conversación para que tenga evidencia para respaldar lo que está hablando con ellos. si es algo que su hijo podría necesitar ayuda externa, tener una lista de recursos disponibles para ellos para que sepan sus próximos pasos y que usted tenga conexiones con esos recursos puede ayudar a aliviar su preocupación y saber que están en buenas manos.

[katrina mcivan]

have in mind what exactly you want and need to say, also be prepared for a possible negative response because you never know how a parent will react.

[Jordan]

What are some good ways to approach a parent about developmental screening of their child?

The best way to approach a parent is with compassion, observations, knowledge, and a clear intention of helping their child learn and grow as best as you can. Make sure the focus is on “this is what will help your child” not “this is what is ‘wrong’ with your child”.

[Jamie]

Thank you, great response.

[Asia]

First of all begin with a neutral and empathetic approach, assure the parent that you are both on the same team and want what is best for the child. Then provide them with the carefully observed and documented evidence that their child is not hitting the learning targets and discuss your plan for getting them back on track to steady development. If the parent presents a challenging demeanor reassure them that by working together they can get the child back on track.

[Anika Walter]

When approaching a parent about developmental screening for their child, it’s important to be sensitive, empathetic, and informative. You need to make sure to choose the right time and place. Make sure it is in a comfortable setting or during a private meeting. It is also important to highlight specific observations.

[Faith Musgrove]

A good way to approach parents about developmental screenings is to start with the positives (what the child does really well). Then present your observations (making sure there is plenty of documentation), validate any concerns and/or emotions that the parent has, and then connect the parent to resources.