Tag Archives: Stress Management
12
Sep
Tips to Reduce Holiday Stress
Stress is contagious…but so is joy! The American Psychology Association noted that 91% of children are aware of parent stress. Most holidays, but especially at the end of the year holiday time bring an increase in emotions, spending,...
11
May
Moms of Special Needs Children Have Needs Too!
Moms of Special Needs Children are stressed out. According to a study conducted by the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Moms of adolescents with Autism experience and have stress levels similar to “Combat Soldiers!”This revealing stat...
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...
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...
26
Jan
Valentine’s Day Activities Celebrate Family
by Lori LiteWhen my husband and I were dating, we were both pre-wired to believe that Valentine’s Day Activities meant flowers, chocolates, a reservation at a fancy restaurant with a pricey bottle of wine, and a romantic evening of lo...
27
Oct
ABCs of Decreasing Stress
By Lori LiteReducing stress can be as easy as ABC for you and your family. This ABC list makes it fun for children to pick a letter, read, and implement a tip that will reduce stress for the day. When children step through the academi...
12
Jul
Reducing Stress in Kids
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...
05
Sep
Stress Free Birthday Party
Birthday parties for kids and tweens can be an important social event. With a little planning parents can throw a stress free birthday party providing an environment that is fun, safe and stress free. Below are a few tips that will he...
10
Apr
Help Your Child Overcome Fear!
ote to Reader: As adults we often forget to see things from a child’s perspective. I knew a child that heard her dad might get fired..for months she was fearful that he was going to catch on fire.( I can’t make this stuff up.) Much fe...