Children’s memories of the holidays are shaped by the environment we create for them. With planning and a focus on your children’s emotional needs, you can create a joyful and...
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10 top tips for a magical coparenting Holiday…. Tip 10
Children’s memories of the holidays are shaped by the environment we create for them. With planning and a focus on your children’s emotional needs, you can create a joyful and safe environment that helps your children thrive.
Over the next 10 days we will be sharing top tips from Parenting Coach Bernadette Najjar of Thrive Together Parenting for parents who are separating or separated.
Create Inclusive Traditions
If your family celebrates different holidays, celebrate this diversity. Develop traditions that honour all aspects of your children’s identity. Focus on shared values like love, gratitude, and generosity. This fosters inclusivity and teaches your children to embrace their identity with pride as well as having a sense of belonging in both homes.
Permit the celebration of every aspect of your children’s identity, even where it pertains to the background of your co-parent more than it does your own. Neglecting this aspect can lead to your children feeling that only parts of them are safe with one parent or another, as opposed to their entire selves being regarded and respected.
A Final Thought
Your children will notice your actions, words, and tone but may misinterpret what they see. Take care to ensure that what they experience reflects love, understanding, and a deep prioritisation of their well-being.
By fostering connection, communication, and compassion, you can create a holiday season filled with warmth and joy, even during life’s challenges. Remember, the memories you help create today will shape your children’s stories for a lifetime.