Sometimes it’s hard to find just the right words to say. These catch phrases can help by offering you go-to phrases in stressful situations.

You can tell me if you need some extra help.

Context: Your child is having a really hard time zipping their lunch box shut. They’re starting to cry as they pull and twist to try and get the zipper closed.

Come over and sit with them, find their eyes. Say, “You can tell me if you need some extra help.” Then be available to help. You can do hand over hand, or take turns until the job is complete.