Davis Early Intervention

Pyramid Model Monday

Everyday moments are opportunities to build connection and trust with your little one. This, in turn, establishes a nurturing and responsive relationship. Having this connection allows the parent to support the child through difficult times of big emotions.

Connect Before You Direct2
► What it means: Before giving a direction or guiding a behavior, take a moment to connect with the
child first. Consider the child’s experience and be flexible whenever possible. After connecting, you
might support them in doing something different than what you planned. At other times, you might
offer responsive choices that still align with your plan but also demonstrate understanding and give the
child some autonomy.

Talk About It Tuesday

If you were not able to attend the Potty-Training discussion last week, here is a little information that was shared about how to determine if your little one is ready to potty train.
They can follow simple directions.
They start having longer stretches of being dry. (i.e. they wake up dry, or nearly dry, after naps and bedtime)
They have good enough communication skills to let you know when they need to go.
They don’t like being wet or dirty. (i.e. they hide when they p**p, stick hands down pants, ask to be changed, bring you a clean diaper, etc.)
They are starting to show independence (that “I do it myself” attitude).
They understand the concept of hurrying.
They can undress by themselves.
They are starting to show interest in the toilet.

Pyramid Model Monday

Everyday moments are opportunities to build connection and trust with your little one. This, in turn, establishes a nurturing and responsive relationship. Having this connection allows the parent to support the child through difficult times of big emotions.

Name It to Tame It

► What it means: Help children experience emotions by naming what they might be feeling based on
their experience and by offering support and co-regulation.
► Name It to Tame It Examples:
Recognize and Name the Emotion
It looks like you’re feeling really frustrated right now.

Connect Emotion to Experience
You really wanted a turn, and it’s hard to wait.

Offer Support and Co-Regulation
Do you want to take a deep breath together?

1 Siegel, D. J., & Bryson, T. P. (2012). The Whole‑Brain Child: 12 revolutionary strategies to nurture your child’s developing mind. Bantam

Wellness Wednesday

Journal for 20 minutes. Write in a free-flowing stream-of-consciousness style. Notice feelings that are just under the surface.