1. Decoding Non-Verbal Cues (Body Language & Tone)
- Sudden Withdrawal: Does your child suddenly go quiet, hide, or cling to you when a specific person enters the room?
- Physical Tension: Watch their posture—are they stiff, avoiding eye contact, or visibly uncomfortable during hugs or interactions with certain adults?
- Behavioural Shifts: Look for sudden regression, sleep disturbances, or anxiety after spending time with specific individuals.
2. Establishing Non-Negotiable Household Boundaries
- No Unvetted Alone Time: Never leave children unsupervised with individuals—including extended family members or family friends—whose interactions you haven’t closely observed.
- The “No Secrets” Rule: Teach children that no adult should ever ask them to keep a “secret” from their parents, especially regarding physical touch or discomfort.
- Bodily Autonomy: Empower kids to say “no” to hugs or kisses from relatives, teaching them that they control their own bodies.
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