Working with Families by Lisa https://padlet.com/lnunn1/z31a37kk5so7 How to Effectively Communicate with Families en-us 2016-09-28 18:09:47 UTC 2024-12-08 21:10:05 UTC hello@padlet.com Communication is Key lnunn1 https://padlet.com/lnunn1/z31a37kk5so7/wish/127079420 As a child care provider, you soon discover that developing positive relationships with parents is critical to providing the best care possible to their children.]]> 2016-09-28 18:33:52 UTC https://padlet.com/lnunn1/z31a37kk5so7/wish/127079420 lnunn1 https://padlet.com/lnunn1/z31a37kk5so7/wish/127081979
Developing positive relationships with parents is critical to providing the best care possible to their children.

You may already have a relationship with the child’s parents—they may be related to you, live in your neighborhood, or be friends or acquaintances. 
]]> 2016-09-28 18:40:46 UTC https://padlet.com/lnunn1/z31a37kk5so7/wish/127081979 lnunn1 https://padlet.com/lnunn1/z31a37kk5so7/wish/127082955 Even when your relationship with a parent/familyis warm and positive, sharing the care of a young child often stirs up strong feelings. It isn’t uncommon for parents, at one point or another, to feel a pang of fear that their child might grow to love her caregiver more. They may also worry, at times, that their child’s caregiver is better at parenting than they are. This may be more of a concern when the caregiver is someone the parent and child both know well—a relative, friend or neighbor.]]> 2016-09-28 18:43:33 UTC https://padlet.com/lnunn1/z31a37kk5so7/wish/127082955 Communicating with Parents: 3 Key Steps lnunn1 https://padlet.com/lnunn1/z31a37kk5so7/wish/127083221 Step 1: Notice how you are feeling. Tuning in to your feelings is very important. When you’re not aware of them, they often rear their ugly heads in ways that can interfere in building strong, positive relationships with parents.
Step 2: Look at the interaction from the child’s point of view. Tuning in to the child’s experience can reduce tension and lead to joint problem-solving. 
 Step 3: Partner with parents. Developing a plan together with parents on how to handle a child-rearing issue helps you move forward as partners, instead of competitors. ]]> 2016-09-28 18:44:19 UTC https://padlet.com/lnunn1/z31a37kk5so7/wish/127083221 Practical Tips for Communicating: lnunn1 https://padlet.com/lnunn1/z31a37kk5so7/wish/127085781
Ask for the parent’s perspective: Clarify the parent’s feelings and beliefs on the issue. Ask questions to learn, not to pass judgment.

Most important: Look for a place to compromise. Ask the parent if he or she has ideas for next steps.

Finally, don’t forget to check in. A relationship is a living thing that grows and changes over time. It’s important to check in with parents to see how things are going, how your agreed-upon plan is working, and where you might need to make some adjustments. Communication is the key to making any partnership work.



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