my kids CAN play well together on their own.
my kids enjoy playing with me (games, coloring, etc)
but THE TRANSITION between me interacting with them and them playing on their own is brutal! it's like pulling a band-aid off...it hurts so bad while it's separating from you...
any tips on making the transition easier (seeing as how i DO need to get some things done around here...)
2 comments:
It is hard, but it is SO important for them to be able to play on their own and play together. It's important for all of you!!! Just keep working on it. We have a set time each day where they know this is their time where they are on their own doing their own play, and so that helps. For them to know it's a set time - and not just open-ended "go play" kind of a thing.
Hmm...I was hoping for my own help in answering this question. I would just say to try and give a warning or two before you go on to the next thing. "In five minutes Mommy will have to start dinner. I have enjoyed playing with you but I do not need to hear any complaining once I have to go complete my chores in 5 minutes." They will still not be happy, but it gives a little forewarning. And you also have to follow up on them if you do get complaining. But my thought is that with consistency that could be a good plan. Now maybe I should try it out myself!
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