Parenting Tips to Help Cope During COVID-19 by Aakanksha Tangri, Founder of Re:Set
The only topic on everyone’s mind is COVID-19 and the uncertainty surrounding the pandemic. It’s easy to find yourself in an echo chamber with information overload, which can lead to anxiety and panic. By now, most of us know that we must regularly wash our hands for at least 20 seconds,
to the stressful environment. Here are easy and tangible ways parents can ease into the current situation:
practice social distancing and if you’re sick, seek medical attention. It can be hard to be cooped up at home, but COVID-19 can have a devastating impact on older sections of the population and those who are immunocompromised. This is why it’s necessary we do our part in following government instructions and practise safe hygiene.
that. Get everyone out of their pyjamas and ready for the day. This will help your family follow a routine, and your kid’s schedules won’t go haywire. More importantly, they’ll know this isn’t a vacation.
Set a routine If you are supposed to be at work at 9 am, and your kids in school by 8 am, then stick to
Schedule time Set time aside for “recess” and “lunch breaks” while also ensuring you have time to prep their meals. Try and see if you can join them during this time; it’ll help synchronize your schedules and give you some family time. Come up with indoor activities you can do to break the monotony and avoid getting cabin fever.
Parents are coping with the new reality of having children at home, dealing with homeschooling all the while juggling work and household chores. There are new developments on an almost hourly basis which adds The Source
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