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How To Encourage Your Child To Open Up About Their School Day

by Shannon Wassenaar | Mar 5, 2024 | Preschooler, Big Kid

Table of Contents1. Ask Detailed Questions2. Practice Reflective Listening3. Ask Open-Ended Questions4. Don’t Bombard Them With Questions5. Show Genuine Interest6. Talk While Engaged in Another Activity Together7. Create Rituals and Expectations8. Acknowledge and...

Empowering Children To Respond To Unwanted Touch

by Shannon Wassenaar | Feb 23, 2024 | Toddler, Big Kid, Preschooler

Part 1: Establish Body Safety Rules Part 2: Teach Kids Safe vs. Unsafe TouchPart 3: Teach Kids How to Respond to Unwanted TouchHow to Respond When a Child Shares They’ve Received Unwanted TouchFostering Open CommunicationOffer Body Safety Check-InsMore Body Safety...

Body Safety: Teaching The Difference Between Public And Private

by Shannon Wassenaar | Feb 23, 2024 | Baby, Big Kid, Preschooler, Toddler

Table of ContentsUnderstanding Childhood Curiosity of Private Parts  Explaining Private vs. Public Spaces, Behaviours and Body PartsFostering Healthy Exploration Ongoing Communication About Private Parts Touching Private Parts in Public SpacesTeaching Body Safety and...

Secrets vs. Surprises: A Guide For Parents To Protect Kids

by Shannon Wassenaar | Feb 23, 2024 | Toddler, Big Kid, Preschooler

Why Secrets Are a ProblemHow to Teach the Difference Between Surprises and SecretsCreating a “No Secrets” House RuleNavigating Body Safety Topics The first few times Chloe babysat for the Turners, she followed all the instructions. Their daughter Marcy was allowed to...

Anatomically Correct Body Part Names: Why It’s Important

by Shannon Wassenaar | Feb 23, 2024 | Baby, Big Kid, Preschooler, Toddler

1. It Enhances Body Image, Boosts Self-Esteem & Reduces Shame2. It Prevents Abuse3. It Improves CommunicationWhen and How to Teach Kids Body Part NamesSetting the Stage Linneah is a 3.5-year-old in junior kindergarten who was often picked on by the older kids on...

Why “Stranger Danger” Doesn’t Work And What To Teach Kids Instead

by Shannon Wassenaar | Feb 23, 2024 | Toddler, Big Kid, Preschooler

The Flaws of Teaching Kids “Stranger Danger” Start Teaching Kids “Strange Behaviours”Create a Family Safety PlanMoving Beyond Fear-Based Messages Sophie’s parents taught her “stranger danger” from a young age. They warned their kids not to talk to strangers...
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