What If My Child Doesn’t Cooperate?

• First, if you believe that your child is sick or feeling under the weather, please consider a reschedule because forcing them to participate is not likely to produce the final outcome that you are hoping for. A healthy child is a happy child.

• That said, there are still times when a perfectly happy and healthy child just simply doesn’t feel like cooperating. I understand…I have 2 boys of my own. I will take my time, get to know your child and take breaks as necessary to ensure their comfortability.  It is my goal for them to be happy and at ease with me. I will do my best to mold myself around the personality and needs of your child.
  

How Can You Help Your Child Cooperate?

• Make sure that your child is well rested and has a full tummy!

• Give them a snack and a drink prior to the session. Just make sure to wipe their little faces and hands before we start.

• Try to keep distractions at a minimum…toys, rattles, etc.

• Try not to pressure them too much prior to the session about your expectations of perfect behavior as often times that will build anxiety and backfire on us.

• Keep in mind that I am a mom myself so I never expect a perfect child!

• Often times children listen better to “other adults” instead of their own parents so allow me to try to communicate and maybe even barter with the child before you step in to remedy the situation. I will do my best to put your child at ease and keep them happy.

• Don’t panic if your child throws a temper tantrum…it won’t be the first one that I have seen and certainly won’t be the last! It’s okay! In fact, often times those tears and emotions produce priceless images themselves!

• Don’t allow yourself to get embarrassed by your child’s behavior. Remember that I am a Mom too!!! Just relax and have fun and we will do the best with what we have!