How do I help myself sleep during the coronavirus pandemic? It is understandable that your sleep can be affected at this time of great uncertainty. There are lots of things that you can do to try to improve your sleep. For example, although your routine may have changed recently, you might want to [...]
My preschooler worries about the coronavirus around bedtime – how can I help her relax? As much as is possible, stick to your usual bedtime routines. Consistency and familiarity breeds comfort and helps with relaxing. You know your child. You already know the things that help her relax. Start [...]
How do I talk to my children about the coronavirus? Young children typically look to their parents in novel situations to gauge when something is safe, or not. Start by doing the best you can to be calm, even if you don’t feel that way on the inside. As much as is possible, develop a daily [...]
Why keep my child’s sleep on track during the coronavirus pandemic? Sleep takes up about 33% of our lives – and dictates how well we are for the remaining 66%. In young children, sleep can account for up to 50% of their lives! So, yes, even though there is a lot going on in the world around [...]
How might she respond during the coronavirus pandemic, and what can I do? The changes to our routine related to COVID-19 can be very stressful for everyone, including little ones. Remember that feelings of fear, anger, and boredom are normal reactions children may display during this stressful [...]
What do I do if her obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) surgery was cancelled because of the coronavirus pandemic? It is a difficult time for everyone, and most surgeons have cancelled procedures (especially around the ear nose and throat) due to the high risk of transmitting CoVID-19. Adenotonsillectomy [...]
How do I help my preschooler relax (and myself, too!) during the coronavirus pandemic? As hard as this time is, and as exhausting as the boundless energy of a preschooler is, you will not find a better partner in imagination than your preschool child— so take full advantage of these ideas, let [...]
How can I keep up with her regular therapy during the coronavirus pandemic? Here are a few things you can do. 1) EMBRACE PLAN B AND PARE DOWN First of all, give yourself recognition for how hard it is to be a parent of a child with any mental health or developmental condition in the time of [...]
How do I manage my own stress as a parent during the coronavirus pandemic? It is not surprising that many people feel stressed at the moment. COVID-19 has affected so many aspects of our lives. To some extent, it is important to learn to accept the situation. For example, most of us will likely [...]
Does my baby have coronavirus if she coughs more than usual? If your child is coughing and you are concerned, contact your child’s health care provider. Know, though, that coughing is common and may be caused by many common conditions such as a typical viral infection (that is, not a COVID-19 [...]