I’m sure you’ve heard this one one too many times. In your efforts to ask about your child’s day, the most common response is a one word answer; sometimes getting a single word out of them is a win!
Yet, as a parent, every moment matters. From the 5 minute school drop off to the twenty minutes at the dinner table, most any moment can be an opportunity to connect. If you’re looking to improve your family’s communication and strengthen your parent-child bond, our Family Therapy services can provide valuable strategies and support.
Even if your child doesn’t initially respond, you can still find ways to have some time with them.
Talking to your kids about their school day can be a great way to bond with them. To avoid the dreaded one word answers, here are some tips for engaging with your kids about their school day:
To get them to think, try asking creative, sillier questions like “what was your favorite word of the day?” This will cause them to think and take the monotony out of the daily check-ins.
Keep leaning into these little moments to connect with your child – and remember that in parenting, the little steps matter. While a daily 3 minute conversation may not be substantial to you, the consistency of those 3 minute conversations may mean a lot to your child. Keep showing up and engaging in their life, even if you don’t see the results right away.
If you need more support on connecting with your child, contact Decade2Connect today!
