Fallenxbabie

1. Communicate with them. It’s important to learn about how they feel, how often they can fall into an episode, and how you can best help them. Every little is different in their way, so it’s incredibly important to speak to them beforehand.

2. Identify triggers. Depression usually is triggered by something, and learning what can trigger theirs is very important so you can avoid it if at all possible, or find ways to make it more manageable.

3. Be there for them. Depression can make you feel incredibly alone, and it’s important to remind your little that you love them and are there. This can be spending time with them, or talking out how they feel. Whatever makes them feel most comfortable.

4. Find ways to make them feel better during an episode. Each little varies, but there are ways to help them feel better! Firstly, help them throughout everyday activities. Encourage them to take care of themself, and help them with it too- if you’re able to do so. Also finding nice, simple activities to do together can make a huge difference.

5. Put yourself first. You will only be able to properly help your little if you are helping yourself. It’s okay if their depression is too overwhelming. If you feel too overwhelmed or stressed from it, that’s a conversation that needs to be held- of course, make sure they’re big before discussing their depression.

Me: *looks up at daddy*

Daddy:*nods*

please be kind to yourself and stand up for yourself