Boundaries and Warmth: How to Enjoy Time at Home With Young Children

Warmth is what fosters a deep connection with a child and is very healing and fortifying—something we all can use right now.

Some ideas for building warmth might include beginning the day with cuddles, some massage, a good story, or even some rough-and-tumble games on the bed if you’re up for it. veryulissa/Shutterstock

The worldwide spread of COVID-19 is both scary and concerning. It has brought us all a lot of uncertainty, but as many of us are now staying at home, we have unexpected and precious time with our families.

If your children are young, I hope you are cherishing this closeness with them. However, increased closeness almost always brings new tensions into play, and if you’re not used to hanging out all day with toddlers, you may be feeling like you’re about to unravel. If so, please read further.