Why your support matters so much
Children look to their parents — especially during a treatment phase full of uncertainty. When movement is experienced as something shared and playful, it becomes much easier for children to stick with it.
Five ideas for everyday life
1. Celebrate small steps
What counts is not the perfect exercise but showing up. Praise the trying, not just the result.
2. Create fixed rituals
A recurring time slot — for example after breakfast — takes the daily negotiation out of the topic and provides structure.
3. Join in instead of watching
Many exercises are more fun together. Your child learns: movement is family time, not an obligation.
4. Take breaks seriously
On some days less is possible — and that is okay. Always discuss uncertainties with the care team.
5. Make progress visible
Children love seeing their own journey. A shared movement diary or the rewards inside the app can help.
Frequently asked questions
How much movement makes sense during treatment?
This varies greatly by treatment phase and daily condition. The rule of thumb: always coordinate with the care team, and take your child's signals seriously.
What if my child simply doesn't want to?
Pressure creates resistance. Changing the setting often helps — a different exercise, a different place, playing together. If the reluctance persists, talk to the care team.
Is it okay for my child to skip movement entirely some days?
Rest days are part of it. What matters is the overall picture across weeks, not a single day.
Find more support for families on our page for parents.