{"id":18000000329,"date":"2019-08-01T15:57:07","date_gmt":"2019-08-01T15:57:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kidsrkids.bvbeta.comlegacy-west\/?p=18000000329"},"modified":"2021-03-31T17:18:08","modified_gmt":"2021-03-31T17:18:08","slug":"how-to-ease-your-child-into-new-situations-with-confidence","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kidsrkids.bvbeta.com\/legacy-west\/2019\/08\/01\/how-to-ease-your-child-into-new-situations-with-confidence\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Ease Your Child into New Situations with Confidence"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure class=\"wp-image wp-image--no-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-18000000330 \" src=\"https:\/\/kidsrkids.bvbeta.com\/legacy-west\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/18\/2019\/08\/Child-Confidence.jpg\" alt=\"Child Confidence at Kids 'R' Kids Legacy West, preschool, daycare, learning academy\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" \/><\/figure><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Entering new situations with a preschooler can be an intimidating excursion. Whether getting a check-up in the doctor\u2019s office or moving into a new classroom at daycare, you and your preschooler may quickly find yourselves in an unfamiliar new environment. Never fear, though, as we have three tips to ease your preschooler into any new situation!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0<\/span><b>Discuss What to Expect\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Often the scariest part of new situations for your preschooler is the unknown. Before the panic sets in and the tears start flowing, try walking your preschooler step-by-step through the situation beforehand. Keep your tone upbeat and warm as you tell them exactly what the new situation will bring. By giving your preschooler a taste of what they are about to face, they will feel less intimidated by the situation itself!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0<\/span><b>Reassure Them\u00a0<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Sometimes all your preschooler needs in new situations is your reassurance that everything will be okay. A little push in the right direction may be all they need to face the situation at hand. Simply acknowledge their fear and let them know their anxiety is a natural response, but they have the courage to face the situation. \u201cI know you may be scared right now, but you can do it!\u201d Every so often we all could use a little encouragement!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0<\/span><b>Acclimate Them to the Environment<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Often times the environment around your little preschooler is the scariest part of new situations. Try your best to introduce your child to the situation beforehand! Certain events\u2014such as an open house or even the waiting period before the doctor comes in\u2014are perfect times to let them move about and absorb the environment around them. By familiarizing your child with the area and letting them know they are safe, you will watch their jitters become a thing of the past!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Especially for your learning preschooler, new situations can be very hard to handle emotionally. Know that you are not alone in your efforts! By easing your child into new situations with these tips, both you and your child\u2019s anxiety will slowly and surely melt away.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/kidsrkids.bvbeta.com\/legacy-west\/2019\/07\/10\/what-to-look-for-in-a-preschool\/\">What to Look for in a Preschool<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Want to learn more about<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/kidsrkids.bvbeta.com\/legacy-west\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Kids \u2018R\u2019 Kids Learning Academy of Legacy West<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> located in Frisco, Texas? Our mission is to provide secure, nurturing, and educational environments for children ages 6 weeks \u2013 12 years. We help children to bloom into responsible, considerate, and contributing members of society. For more information, give us a call or stop by for a tour! 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