Parenting advice for helping children return to school routines

As September brings the return to school and structured daily schedules, experts are offering guidance to help parents manage the transition for children. The shift from summer breaks to early mornings and homework can be a stressful period for young students.

Psychologist and psychotherapist Marta Rizzi, cited by Corriere della Sera, suggests six key approaches to support children during this period. These include maintaining a constant adult presence, providing emotional closeness, and helping children identify and express their feelings. Parents are encouraged to use positive approaches to new routines and create strategies to make daily tasks more manageable, balancing empathy with firmness.