Q&A: How can I help my child adjust to a big move?
About this episode
This episode provides practical advice for parents on how to help their children adjust to a big move emotionally and socially.
Beyond the Sessions is answering YOUR parenting questions! In this episode, Dr. Emily Upshur and I talk about... How to prepare young children for a big move without overwhelming them. Why moving can feel surprisingly emotional and disorienting for kids, even when the change is positive. Simple ways to help children understand what's changing, what's staying the same, and what they can expect in their new home. Why visual supports, transitional objects, and goodbye rituals can help kids feel more grounded during major transitions. How to help children stay connected to important relationships after moving away from friends, teachers, and familiar places. Why making new friends can feel especially stressful for some kids, and how parents can help them feel more confident socially. Practical ways parents can create emotional continuity, safety, and connection before, during, and after a move. This episode will help you better understand how children experience major transitions and give you thoughtful, practical ways to support your child emotionally through a move. REFERENCES AND RELATED RESOURCES: 👉 Want extra support in your parenting journey? Upshur Bren Psychology Group…
People in this episode
Host: Dr. Sarah Bren
Guest: Dr. Emily Upshur
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