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Crash, Boom, Bang
When Your Baby Is Afraid of Loud Noises
By Keath Castelloe Low
Lerner suggests a fun activity to acclimate your sensitive child to louder sounds, while at the same time giving him an increased sense of control – play time with musical instruments. Get a drum and begin to play quietly, slowly increasing the volume of the beat. Encourage your child to give it a try. Use humor and a lighthearted attitude. Reflect upon how he is able to make the sound louder and softer.
This approach works well for a child who is fearful, as well. If your child is afraid of the loud rumblings of the vacuum cleaner, help him to understand that the vacuum is a safe object by allowing him to explore the vacuum when it is turned off. Let him touch and feel the various parts of the vacuum. Let him move the buttons to the on and off position while it is still unplugged. Talk to him about how the vacuum turns on.
When he is feeling secure and safe, ask him if he is ready to hear the sound of the vacuum. Hold your child at a safe distance across the room, while your spouse or other adult stands with the vacuum. Give your child control by letting him say "go" when he is ready for the vacuum to be turned on. Empower him by giving him a way to control the volume of the sound by covering his own ears.
When the world feels out of control with incoming stimulation or fearful sounds, the more you can lovingly acclimate, reassure and empower a child, the better.
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