Children
07
Jan
Ease Test Taking Anxiety
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By Lori LiteIt’s normal for kids and teens to feel a little nervous before a big test, but test taking anxiety left unchecked can affect grades. Finals, a quiz or full blown standardized test can evoke feelings of stress, fear, and ev...
01
Sep
Organic Snacks for School
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by Lori LiteFamiliarizing yourself with kid-friendly organic snacks for school and establishing a routine during the school year can help you and your children to feel less stressed.Look at your daily routine. What feels rushed or cau...
19
Aug
Family Outdoor Activities Reduce Stress – Adirondacks
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by Lori LiteLet’s just say that hiking, kayaking, canoeing and fly-fishing are not normally in my wheelhouse. However, after overcoming my aversion to sweating,I jumped into my chest high waders with a smile on my face and hope in my ...
12
Jul
Reducing Stress in Kids
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by Lori LiteChildren are vulnerable to stress. Thirteen out of one hundred children experience some kind of anxiety disorder and many more are just stressed out! Living a balanced life and reducing stress in kids is a challenge for mo...
19
May
How to Improve Your Breathing
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from the BreathGuruMost of us take our breathing for granted, but with a little attention and practice, our breath can revitalize us and restore our peace of mind.Finding the hidden tensions in our bodies and releasing them, facilitat...
02
May
Get Kids to Exercise
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By Sandy “Spin” SladeGet kids to exercise and turn fitness into a fun family affair! National Physical Fitness and Sports month is the perfect inspiration to celebrate fitness and get your family moving. You can peak your child’s inte...
05
Apr
Baby’s Brain Development and Connecting With Your Baby
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By Deborah McNelis, M.EdHaving a new baby is an incredibly special time for new parents. It can also be a time of stress and confusion. However, if you understand what your newborn needs and incorporate simple activities into your rou...
30
Mar
Compliments for Kids
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by Lori LiteCompliments can reduce stress. Siblings are often too good at putting each other down instead of building each other up. Put downs or criticisms are stressful to the receiver and anyone within earshot. Did you ever find yo...
28
Feb
Are Smartphones Stressing Our Children?
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by Amy WilliamsWhile cell phones have been popular with kids for several years, smartphones are beginning to dominate the free time of both children and their parents. A recent study shows that one-fourth of children between the ages ...
30
Jan
Children and Sleep – Tips Improve Bedtime
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Your child did not have enough sleep the night before and you are just waiting for the meltdown. You have seen the correlation between children and sleep. You know that a well-rested child is better equipped to handle the daily demand...
