most kids do "solo" play til 4 or sometimes 5. So if Wolfy plays by himself, it's to be expected. Don't worry.( mom of 5 and preschool teacher 18 years.)
So true. They start playing by themselves. Then move to parallel play, where two children play solo but near each other and watching each other. Unless you have twins, where the normal rules don't really apply.
Is it worth it being a preschool teacher? I’m graduating from college with my BA in Sociology. Initially I wanted to do social work but after working as a TA at a preschool I want to do that….lol I honestly have no idea what I want anymore 😂❤
Every kid is different. Sometimes when a single child gets a lot of attention from the parents they are used to being the center of the universe. It can be an adjustment having to learn to be independent and socialize with other children.
As an only child and showered with lots of attention at home, it’s bewildering for dear Wolfie at school. It’s so sweet to see you support him thru the transition! ❤
If the air is too dry, his nose might be cracking. Maybe the blood came from that. My nose has always been like that. Based on your outfits, it looks like it’s starting to cool down and humidity is probably low. Saline gel mist works very well and humidifier at night is also great
As someone who owns a daycare in America, it is quite normal to start noticing behaviors that are contrary to how Wolfy usually behaves. Kids learn behaviors from other kids. So, if he sees another kid get more attention once he/she throws a tantrum or is whiny/crying. He could be having stronger displays of emotion to, as you said, get more attention. Also, as other comments have stated the blood in the nose is from dry air. The daycare is probably cooler and dryer than your home. 🧡
Paolo, it's completely normal to have parents not watch their kids in Canada! My mom teaches kindergarten, and even on the first day, having parents stand at the windows and watch makes the seperation anxiety worse. The kids fixate on the windows and trying to see their parents. But if parents go home, then the kids get acclimatized really quickly and learn to play with each other, even on the first day. Honestly, the teachers are normally really really caring and want the best for the kids, so your loved ones are in good hands.
I’m in NY and it’s the same way here, they encourage the hug, good bye, and leave fast. Though honestly I think I missed my kid more than he missed me 😅
It's the same in Germany. It makes the anxiety of the kids worse and the kindergarten teachers don't want to be constantly watched by the parents as well xD apart from that the rooms are simply not big enough to shelter the kids and their parents.
He’s just so cute, and seems to be well rounded! He’s just learning how to communicate his feelings. They are big like any toddler. Y’all are doing a great job. You can definitely tell he feels loved and safe at home. ❤
Sensory overload after Nursery. Ohh I remember well. They come home and WHOMP THERE IT IS !!! Every emotion available repeated over and over in the space of half hour. Hope he's now more settled now. It was my routine I had adjust the most, not just the kids. After 16 years from being a new mum, Im still changing my routine for them. hahahaha.
Omg, a blood bugger could mean the inside lining of his nose is dry. It doesn’t mean he got hit. It’s very common when the air is dry and maybe he has allergies. I get them all the time due to dry indoor air and have never had a nose injury. Don’t imagine the worst all the time
At our daycare in Australia we get photo updates on the daycare app of what your child does. :) but we are encouraged to make goodbyes brief as it helps the kids to settle with the teachers.
@2:04 Definitely a valid point for kids! They're trying to hard to behave at school that when they get home they just release all their emotions. I'm glad you guys are patient with him.
Thank you so much for sharing such a vulnerable and realistic experience with us! It’s hard to share the moments when a child isn’t just smiling or everything is going perfectly well and seeing the moments that show growth is so refreshing. Hoping Wolfy continues to grow and the adjustment gets easier for everyone!
I am a Preschool Teacher and my school still doesn't allow parents inside the school due to covid sop. However, we do have a school app system where teachers will upload photos and videos for parents to see the activities done everyday. Having said that, it is beneficial for the children to separate from parents during nursery time. It will help them become more independant emotionally. I understand as parents, it's concerning, but time will show how capable our children are at developing 😊 keep up your great job as parents!
@@the_oslovian thats is the correct Word. Egocentric stage is very different to be selfish. Egocentric stage is a healthy stage that every kid must to have for a healthy social development.
@@nfloresl Egosentrical also comes with a lot of connotations for most people, and very negative ones, I think a lot of people would and will misinterpret. I think it's better to say that they haven't developed the skills or interest to play with others yet.
@@the_oslovian well, it is not only that... the egocentric stage is a vocable correct in this case and if we said "they haven't developed the skills or interest to play with others yet" we can run out of information. I suggest read more about development stages of Piaget.
again.. to be the egocentric stage in this age is totally natural and show a healthy mental and social development. This is a technical vocable in pedagogy that doesn't have any negative connotation.
When my oldest one was still 2-3 yrs here in the San Francisco Bay Area , her preschool allowed in and outs for parents anytime of the day. It was nice to watch in the background while she interacted with her friends. It all changed during Covid , few mins during pickup and drop off now I believe for current schedules.
Always want to see more videos like this and it’s totally understandable that you have apprehension about leaving Wolfy at a new nursery where there are more children and maybe a little less one on one attention from his teachers but you’re doing an awesome 🤩 job as parents and so is Wolfy👦🏻 He likes to observe everything first, be reassured that he is safe, that he can play, but once he is comfortable in any situation, there is an immediate change in his confidence and he blooms like a flower 🌺👏🏽🫰🏽. Love you guys.
you are absolutely doing the right thing letting him cry out but being there for him, its important he gets to express his frustration and feel heard, (read about the circle of security sometime for ino!) you're both a wonderful pair of parents!
Paolo thank you for sharing this journey of Wolfy with the world. He’s so adorable and I wish you and your family many more success and abundance of joy. What a sweet family. I enjoy watching your videos.
Sometimes bloody boogers can be from dry and/or cold air. Wolfy is such a sweetie, hoping it’s nothing too serious and that he adjusts to daycare soon 😊💚
Wow Japanese nursery is so different from the states! I’m currently trying to get my 18mo old son adjusted and they basically just let them cry it out. He cried for 4 hours straight 😢 I like how you get to go with them the first couple of days! It makes the transition easier for them it seems ❤
That's interesting. Here in Australia we have something called 'stay and play's' where before a child is officially starting, parents can bring them as many times as they want and stay as long as they want to get the child used to the childcare and the teachers. After the child seems comfortable the parents are asked to go somewhere (still in the centre) where the child can't see them for longer and longer periods to get them used to the parent not being there. The parents aren't charged for any of this as the child isn't officially in care.
Ah bless you all. I remember like it was yesterday when my son went to nursery for the first time. Its a big transition for you all. I use to be a nursery teacher and one thing I found was it dose take at least 3 weeks for the little ones to really settle in. He seams to be doing amazing well. When he puts his head down and seams shy it probably is because of Wolfies gentle but sweet nature but also he is demonstrating to his peers, hey I don't like it when you get too close or take my toy away. Some little ones are more dominant and pushy but when you think of a of the different personalities in the world this is all perfectly normal and natural demonstrations of behaviour. I think as parents your quite right to be concerned if his nose membranes where blood stained. If Wolfie is not a nose picker then I would surmise that he may of accidentally knocked himself slightly or he may of knocked into someone else or someone knocked into him. Little ones of Wolfies age have not got full spacial awareness as of yet and may bump into one another or furniture at times. All of these things are perfectly normal. Just keep an eye on his nose and any signs of continuing of nose bleeds just take him to his doctors to get him checked out but I'm sure his completely fine. Also it's a fantastic sign that the Nursery school is followed this up with you. As nursery teachers they will be on full alert 24/7. They are so precious our children and all of the things you have experienced and expressed are perfectly fine. He looks so happy and healthy and you can tell little Wolfie is going to be a quick learner and very bright indeed. Congratulations on getting through your first week of Nursery you all should be so very proud of each one of you. God bless and take care 🙂 🙏 ❤️ ♥️ 💕
My daughter around Wolfy's age is starting a new, also bigger, daycare/nursery in a couple of weeks! Thank you for describing what it was like, I have a better idea what to expect! I think that age is a little delicate when it comes to attachment and social interactions, but they adapt so well after a bit :)
Showering children with love, confidence building autonomy practice and support from parents at the home is essential, I can tell he benefits from an abundance of these conditions with his parents, awesome to see you guys do so much together during his early years during pre-school stage. Will help the young man Wolfie adjust in all the new settings encountered in his journey, throughout each stage of his development as a person. Hang in there 👍🙂⭐️
My son is Wolfie's age, and in Georgia (the country) we parents have an App where we can watch our kids during the day in their classroom, outdoors, and in the common area. This is amazing cuz I can monitor what he does, plus see how he interacts with other kids and teachers. sometimes if I see something I will call the teacher and mention it. He doesn't talk but I know when he wants water, he raises his hand and signals and I know it, and I used to call the teacher saying he wants water :))
Wolfy is growing up and you both are awesome parents, i don’t know much of the Japanese system but I see that Wolfy is learning a lot by going to the nursery. He will one day be an Independent boy and with parents like you both, he’ll be okay 💜
Hi. I really missed you guys. Wolfy is so, so cute! 🥰 I think that Wolfy will be fine. Usually at his age, children tend to play side by side instead of interacting with each other. As long as he is engaging in some form of play, he’s making adjustments at his own pace. I was a daycare teacher for twenty years. I can tell that Wolfy is doing well😊Love from USA in Tennessee 💕
I'm in Toronto Canada over here. We don't really have nursery training so I love how Japan has that. Kids get dropped off on the first day and if you want to pick them up earlier, that's up to your discretion. It's tough on parents and I've seen kids cry for hours in the first few weeks. We're also not allowed to stay inside or watch either.
I'm working in a kindergarten (incl. nursery) in germany and we don't let the parents out for AT LEAST 4 days! You are with us and the other kids for about an hour with your kid. So they get used to us, to the room, to the other kids. We always watch your kid and see, if they play only with you or near to you or if they don't care that you're there. If we think it's okay for you to leave, you go out for one hour. Only one hour. We see how the kids react and expand the time you are away from day to day (if the kids handle your leaving good)
I love both your concern for him. As a mother and previous Early Childhood Teacher... Toddlers being in a daycare is tough for them, everything you felt he was going through is true. At this age they just need mama and dada and being in a new environment with new people, children and adults they're not close with is hard. They do feel a bit lost and the teachers should be comforting him and encouraging him to be involved in play. I think finding a new nursery if possible sounds best, otherwise keep loving and supporting him as you are.. Poor Wolfy, hope he's doing well and good for you both being concerned and loving parents
Just saw this. Feel for you both! Hope he's doing OK in daycare/school. Changes seem to be harder on the parents..lol. Even when they get older you, will still worry but kids are resilient and will be OK.
you two are good parents you teach him and work and play with him. Not all parents do that. most parents use the TV to entertain the kids. when my daughter was his age she knew what she wanted to wear.if you tried to put something else on her. she would have a fit. so I let her choose between two dresses each day. then there was no melt downs.
I hope this helpful to you about the bloody booger. My son had the same problem off and on. I took him to the doctor. Found out that it was cause by sinuses. The lining of his nose would get dry causing the blood. Even when he has a runny nose. I was told just to use nasal spray.
As someone who works in childcare I don't think you need to worry!! It can take up to a few months for a child who is not used to being around other children to adapt. They have to learn to deal with the loud noises and how to interact with the other children. How to initiate play, what to do when another child takes a toy away etc. Also try not to freak about him getting hurt! He will come home with bruises and cuts, children fall over, misjudge distances etc. It's actually extremely important for development as it allows them to judge risks and figure out how to not get hurt next time :D
From Australia here, same rules apply for drop off and pick up (only allowed to stay for a few minutes at each) but we have an app that the educators use to let us know what our daughter has eaten, how many nappy changes (and if it was wet or soiled etc) We first started sending her when she was 8 months old for 3 days a week. She’s now 16 months old and absolutely loves it. Took her a little while to adjust, but we always let the educators comfort her if she’s upset on drop off as we wanted her to realise they are good people and will comfort her just like we will when she’s upset. She also plays a lot on her own, but she does at home too. We are lucky enough to have a playroom for her and we let her do her own thing, we are in there with her to supervise but she plays on her own a lot - she does bring over toys to play with us or will call us over but we like that she plays on her own! Remember, daycare/nursery won’t give the same amount of care/attention to him as you do at home ❤
My daughter just started at a nursery school. She's a little over two, and it's the same. They don't want you hanging around because it inhibits the independence of the child. It's funny, in their policy they say family members welcome to stop by anytime, but in the interview, they tell you different.
I got bloody nose clots from dry air as a kid. Maybe he got a bit dehydrated and dry air from a new environment at the nursery. I still get them occasionally as an adult and have to run the humidifier at night for like a week every year when the heater is running a lot.
I think you and Maiko are remarkable parents! Wolfy is so far ahead of kids his age because you guys give him the best attention and include him so he's bounding ahead! I think he really misses you guys but him going to school is so important. Don't worry too much! And that blood booger - it may be drier at the school so that can happen - my son used to get those, it wasn't anything bad. You are such good parents!!! Fighting!!! 💖💪🙏
Just explain to him that you will be back in a little bit. Making him independent will benefit him so much in the long run. Babies can get blood boogers from changes in air temperature and humidity.
thanks for sharing such honest adorableness. wolfy seems to be adjusting well, especially for his age. you as parents are obviously doing great with him. 🫶🏻
I think you are overthinking it a bit tbh. I spent my working life as a childrens nanny and considering young Wolfy wasn’t able to socialise as much because of the pandemic I think he is doing wonderfully. He is going to have little temper tantrums as he is struggling to process all these new things. He will be tired and cranky too, he is a little shy but that isn’t surprising either as I don’t think you had any kidlets of Wolfies age in your covid bubble. It might be an idea to talk to other parents and see if you can arrange a play date for him and another child that way he will have someone at nursery he can relate to. When you leave him in the morning it takes every child a while to settle and some do it immediately and some don’t. Wolfy is taking his own time to quietly process what is going on around him. He is a bright, happy little boy and the way you are both reassuring him is brilliant, as long as you support him that way he should be fine. Try not to worry everyone including gorgeous young Wolfy goes at the pace that works for them. Much love ♥️
I’m a nursery practitioner in England. My feeling is that most children are not happy at nursery until they are able to enjoy playing with other children, around the age of 2 1/2 to 3 for most but often later. As practitioners we don’t have the possibility of giving children the 1-1 they need so if you have an only child like Wolfy, who isn’t used to not being the centre of attention it is even harder. Personally, I would have a nanny until the age of 4 and then think about group care. The clue is in the name - nursery can only offer care to groups of children, not individual children and if it worries you do something different, do not go with the cultural expectations that are built on an economic value (group care) rather than a care value (have a nanny). It’s tough but that’s the reality.
I agree with you. Very young children are often not ready to be in a school setting. They also get sick a lot the first year. Here in Israel, we have what's called a meeshpachton, which is a small nursery for toddlers....maybe 4 to 6 kids but they are private and like a private babysitter, may not be affordable which is a shame.
A lot of the nurseries in the States have a video feed you can log into from your phone or computer to see your child. It is nice so you can see if there are any issues.
Loosen up, that's my advice. Anxious parents make anxious children, your job as parents is not merely to protect him but rather to prepare him for the world. A little bit of discomfort is part of the process of growing up, which is a fantastic experience. 🤗
Aw. I wish Wolfy knew and could understand that he's an international TH-cam superstar, with lots of fans who love to hear his cute little voice and watch him be adorable with his toy trains. I wonder if there's maybe something about him being raised bilingual in all this, maybe he's expecting to hear more English at nursery than he does?
I remember taking my kids to their first day at nursery. They ran off and looked surprised to still see me a few minutes later. Maybe because they're twins we never had any problems with nursery or school, because they were never alone? Day one of school they looked over at their Dad 5 minutes after the bell rang and said "What are you still doing here?" At the gate their were parents having a wee cry. I did a victory dance, we got to the first school day and everyone had all their limbs. Victory!
Our son just started his second year of nursery school in the same place and had these same issues. They told us older kids have a harder adjustment than the younger ones. Luckily in France they send us pictures and photos to let us know how our little one is doing throughout the day
Maybe try getting some One on One play dates with some of the kids in the nursery or even with any other kids that you know to get him more sociable but its only the first week at a new place few days time he might be number 1 . As far as the bloody booger it could just be the type of heat in the school ,allergies does not have to be from a fall or a smack. I use to have massive nose bleeds as a child and as I grew up they went away. I am in my 40s now and have not had any more since elementary school. You are doing a great job giving wolfie lots of love and he's going to be a very smart and happy little boy .Best of luck with every thing guys!
Aloha 🤙 from Honolulu! He'll be fine in a few days. He's just not used to being with so many other rug rats in a confined space. And he misses Mummy and Daddy
I have a general and burning question I would love for you to talk about either here or try show on your Tokyo channel, that is, how is the help and treatment of kids born with downs syndrome or any other kind of mental or physical implications in Japan. Is it common? Do people bot like to talk about it? Stigmitized? All og that! I work with children who have downs and they're absolutely amazing and cute. I would love to hear about the Japanese aspect in that regard! Thanks for your amazing channels! I love following you guys!
In my country (Hungary) nursery works similarly. Parents can't stay to see their children react to the new environment. I don't know about other countries though. Maybe we think a bit more like Japanese since we've kept numerous traditions and folk customs from the times of our Asian ancestors, such as taking your shoes off immediately when entering a house (just to mention the most tribe one).
You guys are really great parents. I am just as protective or probably more. The nasal cavity is very sensitive and fairly thin on some individuals/children, and if a dried hana kuso was hardened and tore off, or it was particularly dry weather, or he had minor allergies, or cold, could be some reasons. The internal cavity can draw blood fairly easily without external trauma. In fact, he could have many times where there was blood, but not enough to come out. I hope that makes you feel better, if I didn't have this knowledge as a nutritionist, I'd be like you. What the heck are they doing to my kid?! lol. ;)
Love your channel so much! Literally going through the same thing with my little one. Except of playing but herself, she scream bloody murder when I leave... 😢
I remember when will for you first appeared on TH-cam as just a small little boy but now he’s becoming a fully grown school kid now it’s so crazy knowing how far you’ve gone as far as TH-cam but not only that joining the TH-cam community is a funny comedian lol not only that the things he has learned along the way I love this channel I really do you guys are the best go 😉 The little star a.k.a. Wolfie
That's so cute, I was kinda like him I was really clingy to my parents as at the time I was the only child for a few years until my brother's came maybe it would be good in the afternoon try to get wolfy to play with some kids around his age like 3-4 and slowly increase it maybe that will help him get use to playing with other kids and getting use to it but I know with japan it must hard, you could ask if they offer any type of play dates after the nursery (do those still exist rigjt?)
i think Wolfy is lucky to have fun parents like you, and i think is like to be with you, you do many activity with him and give him 100% you attention..now is new school is more big, he need times for adaptation and to know is new teacher and friends and find where h's place to this new environnement! give you times and give him times for this new place and adaptation...is change nursery so he need times.I think you need to give him more individuel toys and games like puzzle for is age and peinted, drawing alone with small table and chair to learn play alone and have fun etc...
Looks like Wolfie just needs time to adjust to new experiences people and other kids does he get to spend time with other kids like cousins and other kids in a near by park close by that may help and to spend time a little while at the nursery where wolfie goes to and before you leave re assure him before you leave i;m sure he will adjust fine over time i have that issue too and when i was A teen it's an adjustment period =)
It's okay to be overprotective. It's normal for new parents! You've never done this before, so it's all new to you. And he's your precious love, in the hands of strangers. As an 18 year teacher for five year olds, I know it's tricky. He's one of many now. I have twenty three kids with just me, to care for. And I have to teach them how to read and count and how to behave and socialize in a "community" vs the way things are at home with maybe one or two siblings. One of 23, you don't get a ton of one on one, that's for sure. But I do let all my students know I care about them, and do make sure to connect with each one as best as a I can. I'm sure Wolfy will love school. Third day and still shy? Totally normal.
most kids do "solo" play til 4 or sometimes 5. So if Wolfy plays by himself, it's to be expected. Don't worry.( mom of 5 and preschool teacher 18 years.)
True. As long as they are supported and loved they turn out ok.
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So true. They start playing by themselves. Then move to parallel play, where two children play solo but near each other and watching each other. Unless you have twins, where the normal rules don't really apply.
Exactly, children don't start being social animals until later.
Is it worth it being a preschool teacher? I’m graduating from college with my BA in Sociology. Initially I wanted to do social work but after working as a TA at a preschool I want to do that….lol I honestly have no idea what I want anymore 😂❤
Every kid is different. Sometimes when a single child gets a lot of attention from the parents they are used to being the center of the universe. It can be an adjustment having to learn to be independent and socialize with other children.
HE DID THE POINT AT THE END WITH YOU GUYS!!!
Oh my goodness that melted my heart
My heart left my body from the cuteness
That was sooo adorable.
As an only child and showered with lots of attention at home, it’s bewildering for dear Wolfie at school. It’s so sweet to see you support him thru the transition! ❤
If the air is too dry, his nose might be cracking. Maybe the blood came from that. My nose has always been like that. Based on your outfits, it looks like it’s starting to cool down and humidity is probably low. Saline gel mist works very well and humidifier at night is also great
As someone who owns a daycare in America, it is quite normal to start noticing behaviors that are contrary to how Wolfy usually behaves. Kids learn behaviors from other kids. So, if he sees another kid get more attention once he/she throws a tantrum or is whiny/crying. He could be having stronger displays of emotion to, as you said, get more attention. Also, as other comments have stated the blood in the nose is from dry air. The daycare is probably cooler and dryer than your home. 🧡
is it true in daycare they let babies cry it out
Paolo, it's completely normal to have parents not watch their kids in Canada! My mom teaches kindergarten, and even on the first day, having parents stand at the windows and watch makes the seperation anxiety worse. The kids fixate on the windows and trying to see their parents.
But if parents go home, then the kids get acclimatized really quickly and learn to play with each other, even on the first day. Honestly, the teachers are normally really really caring and want the best for the kids, so your loved ones are in good hands.
Yup. I'm a teacher, and I always say goodbye to parents at the door. Usually harder for parents to leave, then it is for the kids to stay.
I’m in NY and it’s the same way here, they encourage the hug, good bye, and leave fast. Though honestly I think I missed my kid more than he missed me 😅
It's the same in Germany. It makes the anxiety of the kids worse and the kindergarten teachers don't want to be constantly watched by the parents as well xD apart from that the rooms are simply not big enough to shelter the kids and their parents.
He’s just so cute, and seems to be well rounded! He’s just learning how to communicate his feelings. They are big like any toddler. Y’all are doing a great job. You can definitely tell he feels loved and safe at home. ❤
Sensory overload after Nursery. Ohh I remember well. They come home and WHOMP THERE IT IS !!! Every emotion available repeated over and over in the space of half hour. Hope he's now more settled now. It was my routine I had adjust the most, not just the kids. After 16 years from being a new mum, Im still changing my routine for them. hahahaha.
This was so wholesome. Watching Wolfy change right before our eyes is crazy. Keep up the great work,
"I'm new to this...What do I know?!" Haha! I can agree with this statement so much!!! He's getting so big💕❤️
Omg, a blood bugger could mean the inside lining of his nose is dry. It doesn’t mean he got hit. It’s very common when the air is dry and maybe he has allergies. I get them all the time due to dry indoor air and have never had a nose injury. Don’t imagine the worst all the time
At our daycare in Australia we get photo updates on the daycare app of what your child does. :) but we are encouraged to make goodbyes brief as it helps the kids to settle with the teachers.
He is very young! Give him a few months! He interacts very well with you and is quite social so he will do well with others!
@2:04 Definitely a valid point for kids! They're trying to hard to behave at school that when they get home they just release all their emotions. I'm glad you guys are patient with him.
Thank you so much for sharing such a vulnerable and realistic experience with us! It’s hard to share the moments when a child isn’t just smiling or everything is going perfectly well and seeing the moments that show growth is so refreshing. Hoping Wolfy continues to grow and the adjustment gets easier for everyone!
I am a Preschool Teacher and my school still doesn't allow parents inside the school due to covid sop. However, we do have a school app system where teachers will upload photos and videos for parents to see the activities done everyday. Having said that, it is beneficial for the children to separate from parents during nursery time. It will help them become more independant emotionally. I understand as parents, it's concerning, but time will show how capable our children are at developing 😊 keep up your great job as parents!
At the age he is they are still egocentric and will not play with other kids just yet. It is just an adjustment.
Egosentrical is NOT the word I would use.
@@the_oslovian thats is the correct Word. Egocentric stage is very different to be selfish. Egocentric stage is a healthy stage that every kid must to have for a healthy social development.
@@nfloresl Egosentrical also comes with a lot of connotations for most people, and very negative ones, I think a lot of people would and will misinterpret. I think it's better to say that they haven't developed the skills or interest to play with others yet.
@@the_oslovian well, it is not only that... the egocentric stage is a vocable correct in this case and if we said "they haven't developed the skills or interest to play with others yet" we can run out of information. I suggest read more about development stages of Piaget.
again.. to be the egocentric stage in this age is totally natural and show a healthy mental and social development. This is a technical vocable in pedagogy that doesn't have any negative connotation.
What a beautiful little man! He makes my heart melt
When my oldest one was still 2-3 yrs here in the San Francisco Bay Area , her preschool allowed in and outs for parents anytime of the day. It was nice to watch in the background while she interacted with her friends. It all changed during Covid , few mins during pickup and drop off now I believe for current schedules.
Always want to see
more videos like this and it’s totally understandable that you have apprehension about leaving Wolfy at a new nursery where there are more children and maybe a little less one on one attention from his teachers but you’re doing an awesome 🤩 job as parents and so is Wolfy👦🏻 He likes to observe everything first, be reassured that he is safe, that he can play, but once he is comfortable in any situation, there is an immediate change in his confidence and he blooms like a flower 🌺👏🏽🫰🏽. Love you guys.
its amazing as when he grows he starts to look more and more like both of you! so stunning!
Cute family ❤❤ and love this channel american here ❤
What great parenting you two! and he is the cutest little boy I have ever seen. So sweet. ❤
you are absolutely doing the right thing letting him cry out but being there for him, its important he gets to express his frustration and feel heard, (read about the circle of security sometime for ino!) you're both a wonderful pair of parents!
Paolo thank you for sharing this journey of Wolfy with the world. He’s so adorable and I wish you and your family many more success and abundance of joy. What a sweet family. I enjoy watching your videos.
Sometimes bloody boogers can be from dry and/or cold air. Wolfy is such a sweetie, hoping it’s nothing too serious and that he adjusts to daycare soon 😊💚
Wow Japanese nursery is so different from the states! I’m currently trying to get my 18mo old son adjusted and they basically just let them cry it out. He cried for 4 hours straight 😢 I like how you get to go with them the first couple of days! It makes the transition easier for them it seems ❤
That's interesting. Here in Australia we have something called 'stay and play's' where before a child is officially starting, parents can bring them as many times as they want and stay as long as they want to get the child used to the childcare and the teachers. After the child seems comfortable the parents are asked to go somewhere (still in the centre) where the child can't see them for longer and longer periods to get them used to the parent not being there. The parents aren't charged for any of this as the child isn't officially in care.
awesome video! thanks Paolo
Glad you liked it!
Ah bless you all. I remember like it was yesterday when my son went to nursery for the first time. Its a big transition for you all. I use to be a nursery teacher and one thing I found was it dose take at least 3 weeks for the little ones to really settle in. He seams to be doing amazing well. When he puts his head down and seams shy it probably is because of Wolfies gentle but sweet nature but also he is demonstrating to his peers, hey I don't like it when you get too close or take my toy away. Some little ones are more dominant and pushy but when you think of a of the different personalities in the world this is all perfectly normal and natural demonstrations of behaviour. I think as parents your quite right to be concerned if his nose membranes where blood stained. If Wolfie is not a nose picker then I would surmise that he may of accidentally knocked himself slightly or he may of knocked into someone else or someone knocked into him. Little ones of Wolfies age have not got full spacial awareness as of yet and may bump into one another or furniture at times. All of these things are perfectly normal. Just keep an eye on his nose and any signs of continuing of nose bleeds just take him to his doctors to get him checked out but I'm sure his completely fine. Also it's a fantastic sign that the Nursery school is followed this up with you. As nursery teachers they will be on full alert 24/7. They are so precious our children and all of the things you have experienced and expressed are perfectly fine. He looks so happy and healthy and you can tell little Wolfie is going to be a quick learner and very bright indeed. Congratulations on getting through your first week of Nursery you all should be so very proud of each one of you. God bless and take care 🙂 🙏 ❤️ ♥️ 💕
My daughter around Wolfy's age is starting a new, also bigger, daycare/nursery in a couple of weeks! Thank you for describing what it was like, I have a better idea what to expect! I think that age is a little delicate when it comes to attachment and social interactions, but they adapt so well after a bit :)
I just love keeping up with you guys !
Showering children with love, confidence building autonomy practice and support from parents at the home is essential, I can tell he benefits from an abundance of these conditions with his parents, awesome to see you guys do so much together during his early years during pre-school stage. Will help the young man Wolfie adjust in all the new settings encountered in his journey, throughout each stage of his development as a person. Hang in there 👍🙂⭐️
My son is Wolfie's age, and in Georgia (the country) we parents have an App where we can watch our kids during the day in their classroom, outdoors, and in the common area. This is amazing cuz I can monitor what he does, plus see how he interacts with other kids and teachers. sometimes if I see something I will call the teacher and mention it. He doesn't talk but I know when he wants water, he raises his hand and signals and I know it, and I used to call the teacher saying he wants water :))
Wolfy is growing up and you both are awesome parents, i don’t know much of the Japanese system but I see that Wolfy is learning a lot by going to the nursery. He will one day be an Independent boy and with parents like you both, he’ll be okay 💜
It’s fun watching your family. 👍🏻
Hi. I really missed you guys. Wolfy is so, so cute! 🥰 I think that Wolfy will be fine. Usually at his age, children tend to play side by side instead of interacting with each other. As long as he is engaging in some form of play, he’s making adjustments at his own pace. I was a daycare teacher for twenty years. I can tell that Wolfy is doing well😊Love from USA in Tennessee 💕
I'm in Toronto Canada over here. We don't really have nursery training so I love how Japan has that. Kids get dropped off on the first day and if you want to pick them up earlier, that's up to your discretion. It's tough on parents and I've seen kids cry for hours in the first few weeks. We're also not allowed to stay inside or watch either.
Glad to see you guys 😊
13:53 Wolfy's "We're back" pose. 😄👏👏
I'm working in a kindergarten (incl. nursery) in germany and we don't let the parents out for AT LEAST 4 days! You are with us and the other kids for about an hour with your kid. So they get used to us, to the room, to the other kids. We always watch your kid and see, if they play only with you or near to you or if they don't care that you're there. If we think it's okay for you to leave, you go out for one hour. Only one hour. We see how the kids react and expand the time you are away from day to day (if the kids handle your leaving good)
You guys are good parents. He looks happy and loved
I love both your concern for him. As a mother and previous Early Childhood Teacher... Toddlers being in a daycare is tough for them, everything you felt he was going through is true. At this age they just need mama and dada and being in a new environment with new people, children and adults they're not close with is hard. They do feel a bit lost and the teachers should be comforting him and encouraging him to be involved in play. I think finding a new nursery if possible sounds best, otherwise keep loving and supporting him as you are..
Poor Wolfy, hope he's doing well and good for you both being concerned and loving parents
Just saw this. Feel for you both! Hope he's doing OK in daycare/school. Changes seem to be harder on the parents..lol. Even when they get older you, will still worry but kids are resilient and will be OK.
you two are good parents you teach him and work and play with him. Not all parents do that. most parents use the TV to entertain the kids. when my daughter was his age she knew what she wanted to wear.if you tried to put something else on her. she would have a fit. so I let her choose between two dresses each day. then there was no melt downs.
Wolfe is to adorable 🎉🎉🎉and your wife is very pretty
I hope this helpful to you about the bloody booger. My son had the same problem off and on. I took him to the doctor. Found out that it was cause by sinuses. The lining of his nose would get dry causing the blood. Even when he has a runny nose. I was told just to use nasal spray.
As someone who works in childcare I don't think you need to worry!! It can take up to a few months for a child who is not used to being around other children to adapt. They have to learn to deal with the loud noises and how to interact with the other children. How to initiate play, what to do when another child takes a toy away etc. Also try not to freak about him getting hurt! He will come home with bruises and cuts, children fall over, misjudge distances etc. It's actually extremely important for development as it allows them to judge risks and figure out how to not get hurt next time :D
Omg I can watch him all day😂 he is toooo cuuuuuuute!!!!!!!❤
Paolo, I hope you see this message. Hoping you and your family are safe during the Typhoon that is hitting Japan.
The ending was so so awesome!! Wolfie point along side both of you guys 😍😍 so cute!!
From Australia here, same rules apply for drop off and pick up (only allowed to stay for a few minutes at each) but we have an app that the educators use to let us know what our daughter has eaten, how many nappy changes (and if it was wet or soiled etc)
We first started sending her when she was 8 months old for 3 days a week. She’s now 16 months old and absolutely loves it. Took her a little while to adjust, but we always let the educators comfort her if she’s upset on drop off as we wanted her to realise they are good people and will comfort her just like we will when she’s upset.
She also plays a lot on her own, but she does at home too. We are lucky enough to have a playroom for her and we let her do her own thing, we are in there with her to supervise but she plays on her own a lot - she does bring over toys to play with us or will call us over but we like that she plays on her own!
Remember, daycare/nursery won’t give the same amount of care/attention to him as you do at home ❤
Wolfie is getting so big! He will come out of his shell soon. ❤️
Our two year old daughter watching this video with big interest. Great video...👍 greetings from Oslo, Norway.
My daughter just started at a nursery school. She's a little over two, and it's the same. They don't want you hanging around because it inhibits the independence of the child. It's funny, in their policy they say family members welcome to stop by anytime, but in the interview, they tell you different.
I got bloody nose clots from dry air as a kid. Maybe he got a bit dehydrated and dry air from a new environment at the nursery. I still get them occasionally as an adult and have to run the humidifier at night for like a week every year when the heater is running a lot.
Blood boogers are common it's a build up of dirt and such , also due to dry air, I used to get them a lot when I was a kid, and most kids do,
Aloha - I love your family…thank you for sharing your adventures with us 💖
Thank you for spending time with Wolfy, as new parents you guys are doing great! Ganbatte!
Wolfy washing his tiny hands is super kawaii 😆
Go with your gut feelings, ask questions, u can never b over protective
Love your videos! 😁
I think you and Maiko are remarkable parents! Wolfy is so far ahead of kids his age because you guys give him the best attention and include him so he's bounding ahead! I think he really misses you guys but him going to school is so important. Don't worry too much! And that blood booger - it may be drier at the school so that can happen - my son used to get those, it wasn't anything bad. You are such good parents!!! Fighting!!! 💖💪🙏
Just explain to him that you will be back in a little bit. Making him independent will benefit him so much in the long run. Babies can get blood boogers from changes in air temperature and humidity.
So cute Wolf 🇧🇷💕💕
thanks for sharing such honest adorableness. wolfy seems to be adjusting well, especially for his age. you as parents are obviously doing great with him. 🫶🏻
Awesome job you guys
I think you are overthinking it a bit tbh. I spent my working life as a childrens nanny and considering young Wolfy wasn’t able to socialise as much because of the pandemic I think he is doing wonderfully. He is going to have little temper tantrums as he is struggling to process all these new things. He will be tired and cranky too, he is a little shy but that isn’t surprising either as I don’t think you had any kidlets of Wolfies age in your covid bubble. It might be an idea to talk to other parents and see if you can arrange a play date for him and another child that way he will have someone at nursery he can relate to. When you leave him in the morning it takes every child a while to settle and some do it immediately and some don’t. Wolfy is taking his own time to quietly process what is going on around him. He is a bright, happy little boy and the way you are both reassuring him is brilliant, as long as you support him that way he should be fine. Try not to worry everyone including gorgeous young Wolfy goes at the pace that works for them. Much love ♥️
Paolo from Tokyo and This channel are the absolute best! I will live in Japan someday!
I’m a nursery practitioner in England. My feeling is that most children are not happy at nursery until they are able to enjoy playing with other children, around the age of 2 1/2 to 3 for most but often later. As practitioners we don’t have the possibility of giving children the 1-1 they need so if you have an only child like Wolfy, who isn’t used to not being the centre of attention it is even harder. Personally, I would have a nanny until the age of 4 and then think about group care. The clue is in the name - nursery can only offer care to groups of children, not individual children and if it worries you do something different, do not go with the cultural expectations that are built on an economic value (group care) rather than a care value (have a nanny). It’s tough but that’s the reality.
I agree with you. Very young children are often not ready to be in a school setting. They also get sick a lot the first year. Here in Israel, we have what's called a meeshpachton, which is a small nursery for toddlers....maybe 4 to 6 kids but they are private and like a private babysitter, may not be affordable which is a shame.
Wow I was like omg he did that perfectly with miko and Palo the finger pointing
A lot of the nurseries in the States have a video feed you can log into from your phone or computer to see your child. It is nice so you can see if there are any issues.
Loosen up, that's my advice. Anxious parents make anxious children, your job as parents is not merely to protect him but rather to prepare him for the world. A little bit of discomfort is part of the process of growing up, which is a fantastic experience. 🤗
He’s getting so big ❤❤❤
Aw. I wish Wolfy knew and could understand that he's an international TH-cam superstar, with lots of fans who love to hear his cute little voice and watch him be adorable with his toy trains. I wonder if there's maybe something about him being raised bilingual in all this, maybe he's expecting to hear more English at nursery than he does?
I remember taking my kids to their first day at nursery. They ran off and looked surprised to still see me a few minutes later. Maybe because they're twins we never had any problems with nursery or school, because they were never alone? Day one of school they looked over at their Dad 5 minutes after the bell rang and said "What are you still doing here?" At the gate their were parents having a wee cry. I did a victory dance, we got to the first school day and everyone had all their limbs. Victory!
Maiko thank you for sharing with us some Japanese phrases that are hard to find! Also you are the best!!
Our son just started his second year of nursery school in the same place and had these same issues. They told us older kids have a harder adjustment than the younger ones. Luckily in France they send us pictures and photos to let us know how our little one is doing throughout the day
It's good to see that wolfy is playing with bus kun
Maybe try getting some One on One play dates with some of the kids in the nursery or even with any other kids that you know to get him more sociable but its only the first week at a new place few days time he might be number 1 . As far as the bloody booger it could just be the type of heat in the school ,allergies does not have to be from a fall or a smack. I use to have massive nose bleeds as a child and as I grew up they went away. I am in my 40s now and have not had any more since elementary school. You are doing a great job giving wolfie lots of love and he's going to be a very smart and happy little boy .Best of luck with every thing guys!
Aloha 🤙 from Honolulu! He'll be fine in a few days. He's just not used to being with so many other rug rats in a confined space. And he misses Mummy and Daddy
prioritys part of being a good parent, they come first !! you guys rock, aint it fun though
I have a general and burning question I would love for you to talk about either here or try show on your Tokyo channel, that is, how is the help and treatment of kids born with downs syndrome or any other kind of mental or physical implications in Japan. Is it common? Do people bot like to talk about it? Stigmitized? All og that! I work with children who have downs and they're absolutely amazing and cute. I would love to hear about the Japanese aspect in that regard! Thanks for your amazing channels! I love following you guys!
In my country (Hungary) nursery works similarly. Parents can't stay to see their children react to the new environment. I don't know about other countries though. Maybe we think a bit more like Japanese since we've kept numerous traditions and folk customs from the times of our Asian ancestors, such as taking your shoes off immediately when entering a house (just to mention the most tribe one).
Awwww, Wolfy is so adorable! 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊
I would honestly love for y’all to upload everyday or even maybe one day get a TH-cam tv show. I love you guys. Much love from QUEENS, NY
Hey .. can u make a video on winter wear collection of your kid.. we wanna know the winter sleep wear and outdoor options for toddlers in Japan..
Beautiful and entertaining video. LOVE IT. I have subscribed to your channel. :-)
You guys are really great parents. I am just as protective or probably more. The nasal cavity is very sensitive and fairly thin on some individuals/children, and if a dried hana kuso was hardened and tore off, or it was particularly dry weather, or he had minor allergies, or cold, could be some reasons. The internal cavity can draw blood fairly easily without external trauma. In fact, he could have many times where there was blood, but not enough to come out. I hope that makes you feel better, if I didn't have this knowledge as a nutritionist, I'd be like you. What the heck are they doing to my kid?! lol. ;)
You guys are amazing parents.🎉
Wolfy is doing great. I'm so impressed with his English. Do the teachers know that you are raising him with both languages?
Love your channel so much! Literally going through the same thing with my little one. Except of playing but herself, she scream bloody murder when I leave... 😢
Wolfy, I'll catch you in the next one! ❤
It's such a hard process. Natural for most parents to be worried & not want their children to feel that way. Hope things have gotten better.
I remember when will for you first appeared on TH-cam as just a small little boy but now he’s becoming a fully grown school kid now it’s so crazy knowing how far you’ve gone as far as TH-cam but not only that joining the TH-cam community is a funny comedian lol not only that the things he has learned along the way I love this channel I really do you guys are the best go 😉 The little star a.k.a. Wolfie
That's so cute, I was kinda like him I was really clingy to my parents as at the time I was the only child for a few years until my brother's came maybe it would be good in the afternoon try to get wolfy to play with some kids around his age like 3-4 and slowly increase it maybe that will help him get use to playing with other kids and getting use to it but I know with japan it must hard, you could ask if they offer any type of play dates after the nursery (do those still exist rigjt?)
i think Wolfy is lucky to have fun parents like you, and i think is like to be with you, you do many activity with him and give him 100% you attention..now is new school is more big, he need times for adaptation and to know is new teacher and friends and find where h's place to this new environnement! give you times and give him times for this new place and adaptation...is change nursery so he need times.I think you need to give him more individuel toys and games like puzzle for is age and peinted, drawing alone with small table and chair to learn play alone and have fun etc...
Looks like Wolfie just needs time to adjust to new experiences people and other kids does he get to spend time with other kids like cousins and other kids in a near by park close by that may help and to spend time a little while at the nursery where wolfie goes to and before you leave re assure him before you leave i;m sure he will adjust fine over time i have that issue too and when i was A teen it's an adjustment period =)
It's okay to be overprotective. It's normal for new parents! You've never done this before, so it's all new to you. And he's your precious love, in the hands of strangers. As an 18 year teacher for five year olds, I know it's tricky. He's one of many now. I have twenty three kids with just me, to care for. And I have to teach them how to read and count and how to behave and socialize in a "community" vs the way things are at home with maybe one or two siblings. One of 23, you don't get a ton of one on one, that's for sure. But I do let all my students know I care about them, and do make sure to connect with each one as best as a I can. I'm sure Wolfy will love school. Third day and still shy? Totally normal.
😂❤❤ That endingg was just too cute!!