The experience of the school stage is a challenge that not only arises for children; but it is also for parents. Here we share ways with which returning to school can be more harmonious, calm and fun.
- Create a list of extracurricular activities: You can do interesting and entertaining extracurricular activities that allow them to develop additional skills and make them excited to come home after school to share those unique moments with you.
- Promote independence: Encourage your children to take on school-related responsibilities; for example, packing your own lunch or following a homework schedule. This will give them confidence and prepare them to be more independent.
- Talk about expectations and emotions: Give yourselves some time to talk, ask them how they feel about going back to school. Acknowledge any anxiety they may have and reassure them, letting them know that it is normal to feel nervous and that you will be there to support them.
- Celebrate back to school: May these first days be of joy as you begin a new cycle. Go have lunch or dinner with them, give them a small gift, buy them a cake or create a space to celebrate the start of school... these details will show them that starting their school life again is synonymous with happiness, and it will also motivate them to return with enthusiasm.
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You as a dad or mom will also need extra support in this process; Therefore remember:
- Seek support from family and friends: Don't be afraid to ask for help when you need it. Going back to school can be overwhelming for you too, detachment is a moment that can affect you as much as it does your children. Seek emotional support, talk about how you feel. Having the support of loved ones makes a difference.
- Take care of your emotional and physical well-being: Taking care of yourself is also a sign of love for your children, since you will have health to help them with their studies in a better way. Doing exercise such as walking, yoga, dancing will give you more energy and allow you to focus better.
- Set goals together: Creating goals together will help you identify the correct steps to achieve them. This will allow your children to know with certainty what you expect of them and how to do it, which will give you more control and clarity about their daily tasks. .
Finally, remember that with our health policies, you can find benefits for your children such as routine medical exams or discounts in stores such as opticians, laboratories, vitamin supplements with MAS card.
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