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Post by Nichole Woods on Oct 17, 2016 18:42:55 GMT -8
Some of the strategies I would use for a child that is having a difficult time with separation would be to talk with the family member that drops off the child, to make sure they can help prepare the child for drop off. I would give the child time to cry and be cared for. In doing this I would hold and comfort the child and reassure them that their family member will be back.
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Post by Taylor Jordan on Oct 21, 2016 7:07:54 GMT -8
Transitioning a child from home to care is a very delicate situation and should be handled as such. Ways to ease a child over is to have the parents say goodbye, and be there for the child when he/she starts to cry and get worried ensuring the child that their parent will be back and that I will take good care of them.
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Post by Vanessa Werle on Oct 25, 2016 21:53:56 GMT -8
I would encourage the family to discuss and prepare the child towards what is going to happen. For example, let the child know that it will be a fun day and that their parents will be there later to pick the child up. Furthermore, if the family member has time and interest I would welcome them to stay a few more minutes at the facility to make the transition easier for the child. I would also suggest to the family that if they have interest and time available to pick the child up early for the first days until he/she gets used to this new routine. Moreover, I would encourage parents that when they say good-bye, they reinforce to the child that they will be back and give them a comfort hug. Additionally, I would talk to the child about our day and how it will be full of fun experiences, and that their parents will be there to pick up he/she later. If the child cries, I will comfort the child and explain to the child that his/her family will be there later. Furthermore, after comforting and talking to the child I would redirect the child towards something fun of his/her interest.
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Post by Carmina Blankenburg on Oct 28, 2016 20:45:08 GMT -8
Before the child's first day drop off. I will ask parents' help, to talk about the incoming changes in child's schedules. I ask parents to write lists about their child. Like lists of favorite food, toys, things to do, favorite shows and more. Parents need to talk to their child about the child care positively, That child care is a temporary place where to play with friends while mommy and daddy are busy working. Then on the first day parents need to say goodbye properly to the child and assure the child that mommy and daddy will be back. A goodbye need to be quick but not rush. Now the crying child depends on their age if baby will come to me mostly, if toddlers or preschoolers maybe they want to just be alone and cry. I just have to make sure that I'm near the child and assure the child that I'm here if you need me. Mostly babies love to have someone to hug on while they are upset, some toddler and preschoolers too. They are very unique human being so it vary. As soon as ready to talk to me I then use my power lists from parents that I'm mostly surprise the child how I know their favorite food or favorite shows and more. Then they feel welcome mostly first to three days. For the new enroll children I focused on them too in about 2 weeks before we let them be themselves. And I always have a successful transition.
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Post by Madison Femling on Nov 1, 2016 13:35:19 GMT -8
Some strategy that could help is try to distract the child with toys or a different activity.
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Post by Taylor Lince on Nov 14, 2016 13:54:10 GMT -8
I try to build a nurturing relationship with the child that motivates them to want to go from parent to my arms. If you open ur arms to the child the are likely to want to reach for you, help the parent out just go and pick them up and begin to show them activities around the room other children are doing. This way the parent isnt just standing around waiting for their child to let go. This also is comforting for the parent knowing that their child is comforted by their daily caretaker.
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Post by Jenifer on Nov 14, 2016 22:19:32 GMT -8
To help make transition/separation easier, prior to when the child begins attending child care parents can talk to the child in a positive manner about child care , explaining that it is temporary and that they will always come back. When the time for separation arrives, set up a planned transition routine that is suited to the individual child and their family, like a set number of goodbye kisses and hugs, an attachment object like a favorite blanket or toy from home, care provider comforting and holding the child while child waves goodbye to parent through window (seeing this can also help the departing family member feel better), etc. - and then follow it consistently. The consistency will help the child feel more secure. The care provider should get info from the family concerning the child's favorite foods, toys, interests, and have be able to provide some of those things to the child, to help him/her feel welcome and more "at home".
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Post by Samara Martins on Nov 17, 2016 14:11:15 GMT -8
Talk to the parent or guardian of the child and ask if they could prepare the child for the separation process. And see how you can make it more trusting for the child.
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Post by Cheryl Hidalgo on Nov 29, 2016 20:06:13 GMT -8
Help your child get to know the primary caregiver first before you leave: Taking the time to introduce your child to the new caregiver and join the caregiver and your child in play will pave the way to a strong relationship between them.
Establish a predictable goodbye routine: This will let your child know what will happen next, making it easier to cope with the transition. Wave from the window, watch the pet fish, play with a favorite toy, share a hug, read a book, or sing a goodbye song.
Give your child tools to use when missing family: A special lovey, a photo of your family, or an item like your watch can help your child cope. If the lovey can’t be shared with other children, ask your child’s teacher if it can stay in the cubby and come out when your child is sad.
Share at least a few words of your home language with your child’s teacher: Hearing that “mama or papa will come back” in your child’s home language makes a bridge between home and school, and helps your child feel understood. A word list that contains phrases that your family or your child uses for eating, diapering, sleeping and family members can help a great deal.
Share your child’s favorite things to do with the teachers: When your child is ready to play, the teacher can point out similar things in the classroom.
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Post by Mary on Dec 3, 2016 13:24:43 GMT -8
Communicate with the family member to get some suggestions of making the separation easier. Encourage the family member that drops off to make sure they talk to the child telling them they will be back. I would hold and comfort the child and reassure them that their family member will be back.
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