Most children would have heardabout the virus or seen
peoplewearing masks. This is youropportunity to keep theminformed
and set the tone.
Don't be afraidto talk aboutthe coronavirus.
Help your kids feel empoweredby teaching them what they cando to
keep safe. Show them howto wash their hands or how tosneeze
properly.
Focus on whatthey can do tokeep safe.
Be open and invite them todiscuss what they may haveheard and
how they feel.
Let them talkabout theirworries.
When you notice yourself feelinganxious, take time to calm
downbefore trying to have aconversation or answering yourchild's
questions.
Manage yourown anxiety.
Sources:www.who.intwww.cdc.gov
Try answering their questionsinstead of volunteering too
muchinformation as this might beoverwhelming.
Bedevelopmentallyappropriate.
School might have been shutdown so it's up to you to keepyour
kid's day structured.Create and stick to schedulesfor mealtime,
study and play.
Stick to Routine.
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