Report Physical Affection

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by: Saffron

Hi, I am working in a private day nursery in Ireland with six ten-month-olds to two year olds to one adult. The owner has told us that we are not allowed to pick up the children or have them on our laps as this means that we are sitting down and not doing our jobs properly. Also because it shows favouritism. I find this really difficult as when I sit beside them on the floor they crawl onto my lap and I have to get up and move away unless I am seen with one of them on my lap. Also when they hurt themselves or cry it is hard not to comfort them. I find this really upsetting as I read in books that children need physical closeness, any thoughts?

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