SPD Christmas help for parents

Thank you for tonight everyone. We definitely need to do this more often!

Below are some of the ideas you can try with your child(ren) not just for Christmas but any time of the year by just adapting the topics etc.

Remember!

Don’t forget to always praise your child(ren) when they are doing well.

Keep your child regulated.

Talk about Christmas in a positive way.

Your child may be overwhelmed from now until Christmas as their routine is altered at school.

Keep visits to family or shops to a minimum.

Triggers – try to find these out beforehand.

Sensory tool box – take it with you!

And lastly, be understanding of your child’s needs above anything else.

Shout if you need any more tips.