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30
Jul
Preparing for Back-to-School at Home
Summer break is winding down, families are returning from vacation, school supplies are flying off the shelves, and teachers are back in their classrooms diligently preparing for another academic year. As the first day of school appro...
24
Jun
Help Children Handle Their Feelings
Early learning centers were established to provide an extra helping hand in young children’s growth and teach them skills that they need to thrive in life. But as their first teacher, it is the parents who should help children handle ...
05
Jun
Dad’s New Role
A friend of mine was recently out with his two daughters when a stranger approached and kindly complimented him for taking the time to babysit his children. He was frustrated with this well-intentioned comment because as he put it, “I...
13
May
How Screen Time Affects Children’s Sleep
Screen time is often a part of modern childhood. Kids may enjoy playing games, chatting with friends and family, and using online educational tools. They may even have digital homework assignments. While screen time can be a normal an...
19
Feb
Natural Remedies Can Help Reduce Anxiety in Children
Dr. Brent WellsAll kids can get wiggly sometimes. But daily restlessness can also be one sign of anxiety in children. Anxiety in kids is a real phenomenon – and a rising epidemic nowadays. Let’s go over what anxiety in children looks ...
22
Oct
Ghost Busting, Stress Reducing Tips for Halloween!
Every child views ghosts, goblins, costumes, and saying trick-or-treat differently. Age appropriate exposure and participation can keep the fun in Halloween and reduce stress and fear. Here are a few of my favorite ghost busting, stre...
22
May
Getting Kids Ready for Summer Camp
by Rick Lite
As the school year winds down, some parents are shifting their focus towards preparing their kids for summer camp. Whether your kids are enrolled in a day camp or sleep-away, getting kids ready for summer camp with the ph...
30
Apr
Introducing Your Child to Yoga Poses
If your child is experiencing stress, anxiety or bullying at school, these issues can emerge as ‘stomach pain.’ Introducing your child to yoga poses can have a positive effect on these challenges.But there are also physical reasons wh...
13
Mar
Helping Children Manage Anxiety and Fears
by June Rousso Ph.D.As a psychologist, I have always been drawn to helping children manage anxiety and fears. I remember first mentioning my desires to an aunt in my teens, who herself was an elementary school teacher, but could not i...
17
Nov
Leaders Can Thrive at Work and Home
by Kerry WekeloDo you bring your work stress home? The American Institute of Stress states that 80% of workers feel stress on the job. Many are bringing that same stress home to their families, not realizing that children can sense wh...