Be a role model – talk and show them how you cope with difficult feelings ... Your child’s feelings of security and safety come from positive interactions with you

The techniques can be used at any time when you and / or your child need to calm difficult feelings ...  Ask them to notice any feelings

This will help them get used to talking about their feelings and they will know that you are there to listen if they ever want you to... Take what they say seriously Listen and value what your child tells you and try not to judge their feelings

All of these changes bring new feelings for you both... You might have a variety of feelings about this as it marks the beginning of a new stage

Things That Might Help Communication Listening to your child and talking to them will give them time to make sense of their thoughts and feelings

Are there some events, foods activities that make for better or worse nights for your child? Your child may be especially sensitive to sights, sounds, feelings and sensations

\nChildren use pretend play to ‘try out’ different situations and feelings in a safe way... It is hard to see your child disappointed but it is an important lesson and helps them learn to manage difficult feelings more easily

 \nIt is a proud and exciting time seeing your child become more independent but it can bring mixed feelings too... Avoid talking about any worries or sad feelings you might have in front of your child – try and keep positive in front of them... Your Own Feelings Out of School & After School Care Lots of schools run breakfast and after school clubs that children can attend

You and your child may have mixed feelings about the change... If you notice your child is low in mood and you’re worried about their friendships and bullying, the following pages might help; Friendships Relationships Anti-Bullying Making Friends Additional Needs If your child has additional needs you may have different feeli... Your Own Feelings Who Can Help? Your child’s school will be sensitive to the big change and are there to help all pupils

Share your thoughts and feelings about the baby with loved ones... They may have had some of the same feelings and experiences and have helpful advice on how they coped... Find time to spend with them to talk about what you have noticed and give them the chance to talk about their thoughts and feelings ... Knowing you value their feelings is important and likely to reassure them they are still just as important to you as ever