Bonding with the FAS child

Children with FAS need support, lots of love and affection, even if they react negatively. A few goals to aid in bonding with the child and teaching positive touch responses can be attained by simply working with the child on a daily basis to develop good habits. Making eye contact will teach the child the importance of eye contact while communicating with others. While bathing the child, you can wash quickly and gently his/her arms and legs explaining what you are doing. After bath time, take the opportunity to rub lotion on your child and allow the child to put lotion on you. During this process, the child will learn about touching, and will begin to associate
touching as a pleasant experience.