Bath time: • Make sure the water is the correct temperature (you can test it by putting your elbow in the water to ensure it is not too hot) • Take your time, don’t rush the process • Splash, make waves, have a storm • Introduce some toys such as...
Find as many opportunities as you can throughout each day to hug your child, remembering that hugs can say: • I love you • You are precious • I am proud of you • I am glad you are my child • You did a great job • You’re safe • I am sorry •
Some ideas to begin: • Wash your hands before you start • Prepare fruit and vegies, e.g. wash and tear lettuce, scrub and peel vegies • Chop soft food, such as bananas • Pour liquids into dry ingredients • Beat eggs • Measure and tip ingredients...
You will need: • Paper and pen or pencil to make a shopping list You can: • Involve your child in making a shopping list of what you need to buy • When you are at the supermarket, ask your child to find some of the items on your list You can...
You will need: • A sense of humour • A sense of the ridiculous • A sense of fun You can: • Try laughing and see what happens next • Have a funny face contest • Tell your child they are not to laugh or smile and then try and make them laugh • Play
You will need Music – radio, CDs, DVD, own instruments, own voices You can Listen to the music and find the rhythm Clap, dance, sway, swirl or rock to the rhythm Include your baby by gently rocking, swinging, and/or swaying with them You...
You will need: • A pet • A bed, cage or home for your pet • A food and drink container • Pet food You can: • Give your child some responsibility for caring for a pet, such as making sure it has food and water • Let your child help with the pet’s...
You will need: A blanket A basket Non-breakable cups, plates, bowls Some simple food, e.g. sandwiches, fruit, carrot sticks, cookies Water to drink You can: Start with a picnic in your backyard Find a shady spot, set up your picnic and enjoy the...
