Navigating family life during a pandemic is a chapter that definitely isn’t found in parenting manuals. Where’s the advice on juggling homeschooling, monitoring for fevers, looking professional on video calls, and limiting exposure to endless COVID-19 news? Thankfully, we’ve got you covered with this guide that highlights twenty-five essential phrases that will be on repeat until things return to some semblance of normalcy. For instance, how often have you exclaimed: “QUIT TOUCHING YOUR FACE!” today? In these extraordinary times, let’s embrace the new vocabulary we need while battling COVID-19.
Speaking of vocabulary, it’s a great opportunity to enrich your kids’ language skills with terms relevant to our current challenges. Staying indoors is a piece of cake compared to getting your little ones to appreciate a dinner comprised mainly of canned goods. Here’s a fun idea: initiate a taste test challenge! See who can distinguish between chickpeas and garbanzo beans, or our favorite—skipjack tuna versus albacore. These are the practical lessons perfect for a homeschooling adventure. When they ask what’s for dinner, you can respond with, “Spell canned artichokes!” Life skills, folks! Embrace them.
However, one thing to steer clear of is hoarding. With toilet paper being scarce, it’s not the time to stress over uneaten veggies—extra fiber is not a necessity right now! So, let’s all participate in the one square for pee and two for number two movement. (Ha, no pun intended).
There’s no guideline for managing the largest health crisis we’ve experienced. Even experts like Dr. Thompson admit there are still many uncertainties. What matters most is kindness, staying home, and being gentle with ourselves when things get tough. We are parents, and we will persevere through this. And remember, you’ve been given the ultimate momsplain.
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In summary, while parenting during a pandemic poses unique challenges, it also presents opportunities for growth and learning. From new phrases to taste tests, embracing the chaos is essential.
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