Some “firsts” are fun for kids. The first time they get a puppy. Or the first time they get a new bike. But other firsts actually can cause a lot of worry, anxiety and nervousness for kids.
If you find yourself feeling helpless in situations like this, you’re not alone. Most parents don’t know exactly what to do to help their child feel better when he or she is anxious.
Fortunately, our friends at RealSimple compiled some relevant things you can DO, as well as some things to AVOID when your child is dealing with some of the firsts that tend to make kids the most anxious. Topics include…
- The first day of school
- The first new sibling
- The first crush
- The first trip to the Emergency Room
- The first big sports loss
- The first bad grade in school.
- The first experience with death.
- The first sleepover
- The first night with the new babysitter
- The first lost tooth
Click through to the full article for some great parenting advice in that area. Then share in the comments: How have you handled some of the nervous firsts in your child’s life? What other Firsts have made your kids anxious, nervous, or worried?
How to Ease Your Kids’ Anxiety [RealSimple]
