Shared time can begin with a modest invitation. These reflection prompts are for everyday family life and do not measure the quality of your parenting.

Invite the child’s perspective

Asking what a child would enjoy doing together makes room for their interests. You can then choose an idea that fits your family’s time and energy.

THE POINT TO REMEMBER

A simple invitation leaves room for their interests.

Sources: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention · Healthy Habits: Child Development ↗

Keep the aim on shared attention

The purpose of this exercise is to make room for time together. There is no score for affection or requirement for a perfect family activity.

THE POINT TO REMEMBER

The practice is about shared attention, not performance.

Sources: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention · Healthy Habits: Child Development ↗

Read it. Try it. Come back to why.

Read one point at a time, then use the linked scenario to check your understanding. The practice is a chance to return to the explanation and reflect, rather than a measure of parenting ability.

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