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Morning Cuddles Might Just Ease Your A.M. Chaos
Let’s face it—mornings can be a real challenge for parents. There are a few daily scenarios that seem to trigger anxiety in every mom and dad: bedtime battles, dinner dilemmas, and bath time tantrums. Kids have this uncanny ability to pick up on when we need their cooperation, and then they promptly decide to do the exact opposite. One of the biggest culprits? Getting everyone out the door on time.
But hold on! There’s a potential fix that’s as simple as it is cuddly. Parenting expert Dr. Emily Carter, a Ph.D. holder from Yale and a devoted mom herself, has some insightful advice for making mornings less of a circus act on her site, Parenting Tips Unplugged. When a reader reached out, desperate for a smoother morning routine, she had a surprisingly simple solution: snuggling.
Dr. Carter doesn’t just recommend a single fix; she provides a list of strategies for a smoother start to the day. Yet, the standout suggestion is to prioritize physical bonding. “Taking a few minutes to connect with your child can completely transform your mornings. You’re filling their emotional tank before the day begins and re-establishing your bond after the night apart. This connection encourages your child to cooperate instead of resist,” she explains.
Finding those precious five minutes can be tricky when you’re racing against the clock, but Dr. Carter emphasizes the importance of prepping the night before. Pack lunches, lay out clothes, and eliminate as many hurdles as possible to streamline your morning chaos.
Her philosophy revolves around nurturing relationships with your kids before diving into the daily to-do list. By fostering meaningful connections—whether through snuggles or quality conversations—young kids can transition through their busy day with greater ease. “If getting your little one out of bed feels like a wrestling match, try holding hands as you head downstairs together, and use that time to share something you’re grateful for or looking forward to today,” she suggests.
Now, I know some of you might roll your eyes at this touchy-feely approach, but let’s be real: who wouldn’t want a little extra cuddle time with their kiddos? Sure, making lunches isn’t exactly a highlight of my day, but it beats scrambling for bread and turkey while trying to convince a four-year-old to put on shoes. And if those morning snuggles can help eliminate last-minute meltdowns when your child can’t locate their sneakers, sign me up!
I’m ready to give this a try. Who knows, maybe I’ll even suggest to my partner that I need some morning cuddles before heading off to work!
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Summary:
Mornings don’t have to be a struggle! Dr. Emily Carter suggests that a few minutes of snuggling can help ease the transition from sleepyhead to ready-to-go. By prepping the night before and connecting with your child physically, you can help them feel secure and cooperative, making mornings a lot less chaotic.