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One of the best ways to help children recognize their emotions is to let them express themselves freely, and while they do so, make sure to pay attention closely to their body language. It really depends on their age and developmental stage though. Some may be able to express freely of their emotions, while others might not be able to navigate the right words for it. I like to let the kids know what I am seeing: An example is saying something like, “It seems like you’re feeling sad or disappointed”. But you want to reassure the child as well. Example “If you are, that’s okay.” And then let the child add onto what you say, in hopes they might open up a little bit. This helps children feel safe expressing their emotions but also gives them the opportunity to speak up for themselves.

[arayah]

One thing you can do is learn new healthy habits from different caregivers in the same or similar position as you. There are other therapeutic ways to overcome this hardship as well.

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some examples of responsive exchanges you may want to use in everyday interactions with children are being respectful, attentive, making eye contact, and responding in a tone of voice that fits the conversation.

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Breath holding, Finger web mindfulness, journaling, 5 senses.

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Be careful of your word choices (I see vs I know), show that you’re listening and care, and be as responsive as possible.

[arayah]

I agree with what the strand of people are saying from this question. In case there was an emergency.

[arayah]

Keeping these traits in mind: positive attitude, open, patient, direct, informative. These will be helpful in maintaining good partnerships.

[arayah]

Three things I’d want most from child’s provider: – clean safe space, open communication (even when it is hard), and any individual support my kid may needThree fears I would have, leaving my child with someone else: Any injuries/lack of supervision, mistreatment, and lack of communication.

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A flat surface like a crib or bassinet.

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For older kids maybe it is playing on the playground or playing tag, but for younger kids it could be playing games that involve jumping/moving your body.

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You can make healthy habits fun for kids by making said healthy habit into a game, song, or craft. Theres also many other ways to but that’s just a few.

[arayah]

I would highlight where the exits are, as well as show how hazardous objects to small children are safely kept out of reach.

[arayah]

I would assess and gather all my reasoning of suspected abuse and if it concludes that I believe there is abuse against a child, I will file a report immediately.

[arayah]

At first, I thought my biggest worry about keeping children safe was that they might get hurt physically while under my care. But after looking at these comments it got me thinking further about the children’s mental health. Unlike the physical injury’s that are more detectable, there emotional struggles could be hard to figure out.

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By doing it the textbook way, which is doing developmentally appropriate activities. I also thing encouragement and extra support helps.