They say there's a first time for everything, and babies and toddlers are constantly experiencing those first times. Sometimes these introductory incidents are fun, sometimes they're confusing, and sometimes they're even a little scary...but they're usually pretty entertaining for parents!
In a video posted on April 29, a toddler boy is playing outside on a rainy day when he hears thunder for the very first time, and his reaction is just too adorable. It's clear from the look on his face that he has no idea what's going on, and he's not sure if he should be alarmed, impressed...or maybe both!
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"Dean didn't know what to think about the thunder," wrote @deanthedisaster . His response was classic: "Uh-oh!" At least he didn't get super scared , going right back to play in the drizzle. Seems like he thought the whole thing was kind of cool (maybe?). If your toddler is afraid of thunder, though, that's perfectly normal.
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How Can You Help a Toddler Who's Afraid of Thunder?
When there's a thunderstorm and your child gets scared , a hug and some reassuring words might be enough to calm him down , according to Babycenter. If that doesn't work, you can try to "drown out" the thunder with "more pleasant options."
"Distract your baby by playing her favorite song or nursery rhyme on the TV or your phone. You can even dance together, it might cheer her up." You can also try playing a musical instrument together (like a keyboard), or putting on a movie or TV show until the storm is over.
Another option is to make the "thunder fun by associating it with entertaining games and activities."
"Make happy sounding noises like 'ooohs' and 'aaahs' while pointing at the lightning. The thunder may begin to fascinate your child."
You can also make up stories about the thunder (it's two clouds sharing a good laugh). Or if your kid is old enough, reading books about thunder together can help them to understand that the loud noises won't hurt them.
Some kids feel better if they have a "safe corner" where the thunder can't get them (a tent or even some pillows and toys under a table). Bonus: A safe corner can be the perfect cozy spot to curl up and pass the time on a rainy day!
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