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One thing I struggle with as a parent is soothing my six-year-old when she gets upset. When she was younger it was quite simple. All I had to do was hold her for a while or breastfeed her and she’d calm down. But the older she gets the harder it is to implement these soothing techniques.
Truth be told, I hate seeing her upset. And, when I fail to comfort her with words, because yes, there are times I don’t know the right words to use, I feel even worse. I’ve come to realise that you don’t have to use words to comfort your kids. Simple acts can help reassure them and calm them down. Let’s look at these below.
1. Snuggle under a blanket
A study has shown that the brain responds in the same way when you are warm and when you speak to loved ones. If your child is feeling despondent, cuddle up under a blanket and sit there for a while. You will notice that they will become more relaxed and comforted.
2. Give them some hot chocolate
I reach for hot chocolate when I need to relax at the end of the day or I just want something that will feel like a hug from the inside. There’s just something soothing about that nice hot cup of chocolatey goodness that is hard to compare. When you notice that your child could do with a little extra hug from the inside, serve them some hot chocolate.
3. Make the room nice and cozy
The space we live in plays a big role in managing our moods. When I’m feeling anxious, one of the first things I do is tidy up my space and make it cozy. If it’s a little chilly, I put on the heater. I burn incense and play some nice music. Set the ambience for your child too. Make the room warmer and play some of their favourite tunes. This will instantly uplift them.
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