Changes in routine, such as a new school, a long car ride, or a weekend sleepover, can be challenging for young children. Entering new places and situations can spark feelings, both positive and negative.
Nommi Dolls serve that purpose. These consistently endearing companions can support and soothe children as they approach new experiences and transitions to help instill comfort, confidence and calm.
Why Transitions Feel So Big for Kids
Even positive change can foster feelings of uncertainty for children. Losing components of their routine can result clinginess, tears, and even disruptive behavior.
The good news is, children’s negative feelings can be soothed when they are provided with a comforting object. This is how Nommi becomes more than just a toy. It is a piece of home they can carry anywhere.
Before heading off on a new journey, ask your child to pack a small “Comfort Kit” to let them know you are thinking of them. This is a bag containing a small set of cozy items for them to help feel at ease.
Travel Tip from Nommi: Make it personal, but don’t over pack.
You could include the following:
🧸 Nommi Doll, for the comforting hug during the trip.
🧦 Cozy socks or a small blanket is a touch of home.
📚 A favorite book is great for the calming story breaks.
🍎 Healthy snack & water bottle essential to avoid meltdown from hunger or thirst.
✉️ Family photo or a small note, to keep handy to remind them of love.
💡 Bonus Tip, let your child pack themselves. The sense of control helps ease anxiety.
With Nommi by your side, the long road to your holidays becomes a fun, mindful experience, especially on long drives or flights.
Try these activities Nommi has approved for travel:
📖 Storytime with Nommi: Imagine stories about Nommi’s travel adventures, like “Nommi’s visiting Cloud Town today!”
🚙 Count the Cars Game: “See how many red cars Nommi can spot in 5 minutes!”
🎶 Nommi’s Travel Playlist: Create a calming playlist together. Let the kids choose songs Nommi would “like.”
💡 Why it works: Children have discomforts with travel. With distractions, discomforts with travel can change to discomforts with play.
💕 Step 3: Ease Separation Anxiety with Connection Rituals
School drop offs and sleepovers can trigger anxiety. Instead of quick goodbyes, do a Nommi Connection Ritual.
Try these:
💫 Nommi’s Kiss: Nommi gets a kiss, and your child gets a kiss, then the love “travels” with Nommi.
🕊 Pocket Heart: Nommi gets a charm. “Whenever you miss me, hold Nommi’s heart.”
🧘 Breathing Together: Nommi and your child do two slow breaths together, it helps bodies relax.
💡 Tip for Parents: Keep your goodbye brief, upbeat, and assured. Your calm presence shows your child that the situation is safe.
🌟 The Comfort of a Familiar Friend
Growing up means going through changes—and while they may feel overwhelming, they also foster resilience. Having a familiar companion, such as a Nommi Doll, assists children in handling change.
With a soft companion to hug, a consistent routine, and a few simple coping techniques, your child is taught one of the most important lessons of life: It is possible to deal with new challenges and still feel safe.
Final Thought:
Nommi can ease each transition, whether one is crossing the country or just entering a new classroom. Your child never travels alone with Nommi to accompany them.
