Parentline is offering practical and emotional support to help parents and carers through the uncertainties and challenges of the developing coronavirus situation.
In this section, you’ll find:
- support about how to talk to children and help them to understand what’s happening
- advice for structuring your time and managing feelings
- lots of fun ideas for how to keep children busy and help them learn at home.
Remember, looking after yourself is important and if you need someone to talk to and connect with we are here on 08000 28 22 33 free.
Using co-regulation to help bring calm
As we ease out of lockdown, many children may be feeling confused or anxious. This video by Betsy de Thierry explains the concept of co-regulation, and how we can help children and young people deal with overwhelming and difficult situations through empathy and building emotional connections.
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I spent a long time talking to a Parentline call-taker today, and was surprised how long he spent listening, giving advice when needed, with really useful inner exploration for myself.
Felt calmer in going forward and less anxious. He has challenged me, which is what I needed too, not just a passive listener.
If everyone on Parentline is like the call-taker I spoke with, they will be making a huge difference to someone’s life. "
Felt calmer in going forward and less anxious. He has challenged me, which is what I needed too, not just a passive listener.
If everyone on Parentline is like the call-taker I spoke with, they will be making a huge difference to someone’s life. "