Tips from KI
I'll be posting more as we go through the season
Why? Because... đ§ The logical part of our brain is in the prefrontal cortex. It's not fully formed in children, and even adults can't access it properly when they're upset.
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đĄPat or tap, dance or sway, step in time...all of these musical activities are fast-acting ways to regulate the nervous system and help your little one:
â Make better decisions
â More easily transition to the next activity
â FEEL SEEN AND HEARD
That last one is the most important of all.
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Tips for fewer holiday meltdowns đ
It's all about familiarity in the unfamiliar (like a favorite stuffy)!
đ When things get loud or if your little has had a little too much pie, be prepared to take them to an open space (like the yard) or a quiet space (like a spare bedroom) to re-set.
đ Keep a favorite, soothing lullaby ready to play on your phone or sing/hum if a meltdown has ensued or it's time for rest
đ Human touch WITH music goes a long way. Rubbing or lightly scratching their back, massage (especially for infants), or just holding and rocking them to the beat can help regulate their nervous system and create a safe space to relax. Check @kindermusik_international blog musical minds for more
In our classes we practice a variety of techniques in class to help. Here are some reminders of class activities we did this last month to help...
Of course rocking & singing & social play.
Like the Rise Sugar Rise activity using song & playing with the kangaroo effect (run away then come back to safe space in parents arms).
Rocking in a hammocked blanket, clothes basket, or pod swing.
And turning off the lights and focusing on a sound or light. Here is a video to remind you of the flashlight play option- although this video is not me, it's from another great Kindermusik educator and you'll recognize the technique from my classes