You need: A calm familiar routine
Setup: 0 minutes · 1–3 minutes, with no target to finish
- 1Choose a familiar calm moment.
- 2Offer the usual hello, smile or wave.
- 3Pause, respond or stop with the child’s cues.
Your role: Offer a familiar greeting or wave and follow the child’s comfort.
Safety: Only while awake, comfortable and safely supported. Never require a response.