My Feelings
Parent labels emotions during bedtime routines, helping toddler expand emotional vocabulary and develop emotional intelligence. The agent coaches the parent to observe emotional recognition, vocabulary use, and reciprocal emotional expression during intimate moments.
Opens a guided voice session in TogetherTime.
What you'll need
During bedtime routine — after bath, during story time, or during goodnight cuddles. No materials needed. Environment should be calm and cozy. Best done when toddler is settled but still alert.
How it works
- 1~30s
Start by labeling your own feelings during a loving moment. When you hug or kiss your child, say something like 'This hug makes me feel so loved' or 'Reading with you makes me feel happy and cozy.' Use simple, clear emotion words. Watch your child's reaction — does they look at you, smile, or snuggle closer when you name your feelings? Tell me what you notice.
Watch for: Toddler shows awareness when parent labels emotions — through attention, facial expression, or physical response.
- 2~35s
Now try labeling your child's feelings. When they snuggles close or smiles during bedtime, say 'You look so cozy right now' or 'I can see you're feeling happy and safe.' Use simple observations — 'Your smile tells me you're happy' or 'Your relaxed body shows you feel secure.' Does your child respond to having their feelings named? Does they seem to recognize the emotion words as describing them?
Watch for: Toddler shows recognition when own emotions are labeled — through confirmation, repetition, or matching expression.
- 3~40s
For our last step, create a reciprocal emotional exchange. After labeling feelings, ask a simple question like 'Does this hug make you feel loved too?' or 'Are you feeling cozy with me?' Pause and give your child time to respond — with a nod, a word, or a gesture. Watch for any attempt to communicate feelings back to you. Does your child try to share their emotional experience?
Watch for: Toddler attempts to reciprocate emotional sharing — through gestures, words, or affectionate actions.