A short moment each day is more powerful than a big outing once in a while. Wondering how to spend that “Quality Time” with your little one, then here are simple ways which are practical and will fit into your daily schedule. Everyday tasks can be quality time.

Mornings are busy however get into a 5-10 minutes chat while getting ready or while breakfast.

After School, have a quick watch time of their favourite cartoon or series. Sit together while they do homework, ask them to explain something they learnt. Help them with their presentation, crafts, projects etc.

Dinner Time - Dine together while you chat stories about the office, school ,home, friends and more.

Bed Time - Quick play of your favourite board game, read a few pages of a magazine or a story book. Physical closeness, a hug or a cuddle if appropriate, helps feel safe and supported.

For the weekends plan one slightly longer shared activity for an hour or more like bike ride, cooking, nature walk, board game.

Some days will be hectic ,aim for “good enough” rather than perfect. The fact you try helps. Research shows parent-child time is especially beneficial when both parents get involved