There is no expectation that a parent/carer's child will be held by the residents. If a resident would like to hold a child, and the parent/carer does not feel comfortable, encourage them to:
- sit beside the resident and they hold the child while they interact with each other
- place their child on the resident’s lap (if they feel comfortable) and they continue to support their child
- place a pillow underneath the resident’s arm
- always remain present when and if another person is holding their child.