To think this shouldn't be said to nursery children

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Stich2 · 26/01/2025 12:57

If they're crying. 'stop crying, you're fine'?

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InTheRainOnATrain · 26/01/2025 13:04

Context? Age of child?
If we’re talking about a preschooler that is only crying because they don’t like that they’ve been told off or removed for hurting a friend then I don’t get the issue… Obviously different with younger kids or one that is genuinely injured. Context is everything really and your post is ridiculously vague!

TheBroonOneAndTheWhiteOne · 26/01/2025 13:03

What's your objection to this @Stich2?

Crunchymum · 26/01/2025 13:03

Depends. Context is important.

Was it being said in a kind, reassuring way? Or was it said curtly?

Was child genuinely hurt or distressed? Or is child a crier who needs a bit of a firm hand?

Nespressso · 26/01/2025 13:03

I admit I have said this to my own. I do try and validate as much as I can, but sometimes there comes a point where you’ve done what you can and everyone needs to move on! Not in line with best practice parenting, I’m aware, but I am only human.

Mymouseisonfire · 26/01/2025 13:01

Why?

Justme2023123 · 26/01/2025 13:01

Why would it not be ok? I'm sure I'll have said it to my own kids when they were nursery age.

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