Nursery World - Unique Child: Practice in pictures

Nappy changing should be anything but routine. Anne O'Connor considers the experiences of two-year-old Ava and how to make care routines a time of warm interactions. Photographs courtesy of siren films.

NAPPY CHANGING

Ava has been in nursery for some time and has a good relationship with Claire, her key person, who sees to most of her care routines. While she is changing Ava's nappy, Claire takes time to play a game with her and the two of them enjoy the closeness and physical intimacy of the interaction.

When the nappy is changed and Ava dressed, Claire gently pulls Ava up towards her, and this time Ava turns the action into a game and Claire responds. It is clear that Claire is not rushing Ava and that both of them are relaxed and enjoying being with each other.

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