Ensure
your child has a quiet place to go to at all times, WHEREVER you are.
Try
putting decorations up one at a
time each day to avoid sensory overload.
Consider smells, e.g. some
children may not like the smell
of Christmas trees or candles.
If
your child is sensitive to loud noises remove the banger from the crackers.
Pantomimes
can be loud. So ensure
you get seats near an exit, take ear defenders, and a comforter. Make sure
there are two adults so your other kids don’t need to leave if your child struggles.
If
your child likes to play with the decorations consider buying a second cheaper tree
that your child can play with and explore.
An
afternoon walk can help. Sometimes just getting out of the house for some fresh
air can make all the difference
and clear your head.
Wrap
presents in easy to open coverings with little tape to avoid tactile
sensitivity issues.
If
your child loves lights let them put them on the ceiling instead of the tree to
avoid any tree accidents
if they are too tempting to resist.
Bring
your child's tent / own chair into the lounge for family movies so they can be
in the room but escape if needs be
whilst still feeling included.
Some
children struggle to wear appropriate clothes when its cold. Visual support and
social stories can help with this- http://do2learn.com/picturecards/printcards/selfhelp_clothes.htm
(dotolearn.com)
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