The festive season can be a magical time but sometimes the expectations and excitement can be hard to manage, especially for children who find managing emotions difficult at the best of times.
Here are a few things that can help…
- keep things simple
- help transitions by talking about what’s happening next
- stick to the plan/routine if you can
- if there’s any challenging behaviour, look behind the behaviour, think about what’s driving it
- aim for fun, not perfection…
Essentially, it’s all about understanding the potential triggers and things going on behind the scenes, and finding ways to manage expectations and feelings.
Best wishes for a fun time over the festive season 
Leave a comment with your tips for the holidays…
Sensible advice Fiona for any parent. I love the aim for fun not perfection part.
Thanks Naomi – hope you had a fab time over the holidays