Case Study
Every morning that Hamza comes to the setting he clings to his mother and cries. Hamza is 11 months old and has suddenly become very aware of his mother’s presence, and when she is absent too! All practitioners in the room are looking to you for guidance on how to handle the situation.
- What strategies would you put in place with Hamza’s mother to help the situation?
- How would you guide staff to help and assist Hamza and his mother to have a happier separation each morning?
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