Let your child be bored!
Spending quality time with your children is important, but should you feel that you need to keep your child entertained all day long? The answer may surprise you… it can be good for kids to experience boredom sometimes, and providing the conditions for quality free play is more important than organising a string of activities. What are the potential benefits allowing your child to experience boredom? So, while you may have to step in sometimes, don’t feel the need to rush in with activity ideas at the first sign of boredom, rather treat it as a positive experience. The next time your child says, “I’m bored,” respond with, “Excellent news! I can’t wait to see what you’ll do!”
