The world is a tough place right now. Already this year our national and global community has been faced with fires in Australia, the novel Coronavirus, racism and injustice, and severe economic decline—and it’s only June. On top of all of this, your individual family may be facing job loss, homelessness, divorce, adoption, parental incarceration,...
Does your kiddo crawl into bed with you in the middle of the night, EVERY NIGHT? Does she have nightmares or night terrors? Is your child’s bed wetting, sleep walking or even snoring disrupting your family? Sleepless nights make it hard for kids and parents to function the next day. Check out this information from...
The 4th of July brings good times and some stressful times to families. Fireworks and the noise and crowds that go along with them can be challenging for some children. I have included some links with useful information on how to enjoy the holiday along with your children. -Written by Marcie Smith, LCPC http://www.brainbalancecenters.com/blog/2012/06/special-needs-tips-for-avoiding-fourth-of-july-sensory-overload/ http://www.education.com/magazine/article/Special_Needs_July_4/
If you’ve got a kiddo who’s prone to anxiety or gets easily overwhelmed, try out this easy at-home strategy for calming. It’s a preplanned kit with coping skills galore. To make your very own Chill Out Box start by gathering your child’s favorite comfort items. Make sure your child gets to help choose things for...
Does you child tend to get overly worried about upcoming tests and quizzes? It’s great when students want to do well at school, but excess anxiety can backfire and make it difficult for kids to perform their very best. If you’re not sure what to say to help your child stay calm, you’re not alone....
I can’t find my red Lego! Ben called me a name! I want juice, not chocolate milk! Kids’ problems seem so trivial. And when we think about all the stress we have to deal with on a daily basis, it is easy to get frustrated if our kids start crying, yelling, or throwing a tantrum...
Ready or not…here they come! The holidays are right around the corner and we all know the stress that they can bring for adults and kids alike. Your kids will be home from school for two weeks and you need time to cook, clean, and shop till you drop! First comes Thanksgiving…then Hanukah…then Christmas…and before you know it’s...
Yoga is a known stress reliever. In addition, there are kid-specific benefits including: reduced anxiety, healthier coping skills, improved concentration, and better school performance. It’s a noncompetitive way to get kids involved in a physical activity and build self-esteem. But yoga can be a little intimidating if you’re new to the practice. And being still...
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