12/23/2021
😌Many relaxation techniques are currently described for adults and children. All of them perfectly help to calm the body and mind, tune in to sleep.
💁🏼♀️We invite you to try the “magic breath” soothing breathing technique described by Dr. Harvey Karp in his book “Children's Sleep: Simple Solutions for Parents”
When can you start practicing magic breathing?
At the age of 1.5-2 years, babies are able to master the technique of deep soothing breathing.
How does magic breath work?
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✅ First, mom and dad must master the technique:
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1. Fold your palms in front of your chest (as in prayer)
2. While inhaling, raise your hands up and slightly forward so that they are in front of your face at ear level, pause
3. As you exhale, return your arms to chest level, pause
Repeat several times. It is important that the baby sees you exercise and eventually wants to repeat what mom or dad is doing
A few tricks for a successful result:
1.Organize a “magic place” for “magic breath”. Make it a special place with pillows, special pictures and toys. "Magic breath" in a special place can easily become part of the ritual before bed
2. Come up with a "helper". Choose a toy that will always breathe with you
3. Pick a reward. If the baby resists, offer to do something pleasant after the "magic breath"
4. Do not insist if the child continues to resist. Don't push. Breathe yourself and continue doing the breathing technique several times a day. Let the little one see that you are exercising and invite him to join
5. Continue training. As with any skill, breathing technique takes practice. The more the child exercises, the better it will be.
And you can easily calm your baby down before visiting the doctor or in the store.
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❓Do you use relaxation techniques for yourself and for your baby? Which ones work? Share in the comments!👇🏻