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If you haven’t heard of a “calm down corner” then you are definitely missing out. These small and simple areas have been designed for children that are feeling overwhelmed or just need a break to re-center themselves. Calm-down areas are very popular in classrooms for younger students or those with any kind of disability. I,
A child grows quickly, any parent will tell you. In one moment they sleep soundly in your arms, the next they slam doors as they walk out of the house. When they are little kids love to track how big they are getting so they can one day be like their parents or older siblings.
Let’s be real, no one has a complete handle on their emotions, especially this past year. As adults, it’s okay to still be figuring out the best way to identify and express emotions in a safe an healthy way. Burnout from work, family, and about a million other stressors does not make it any easier.
Many caregivers already know, exercise and movement have always been important for everyone’s health, but especially for growing kids. In the time of COVID-19, getting kids to be active has become more and more difficult. Due to this change, it is important to find new ways to encourage your kids to get their energy out
A couple of years ago, Agatha Crispy and I led a presentation on the sexualization of young girls over the past few decades. This post may be a bit long, but I wanted to reach all the highlights of the presentation. Skip ahead to the sections that may be of interest to you. Disclaimer: The
Yoga is difficult. 🧘♂️ As I’ve said previously, I have never found traditional mindfulness activities effortless. I find it especially difficult to concentrate on my breath and move slowly. My mind is continuously racing and my body just wants to be in constant motion, which is why I enjoy rock climbing. Except for the fact
The COVID-19 pandemic changed so many aspects of our daily lives. – Parents work from home and are in charge of work, school, and regular household duties. – Kids who sit in front of computers for school have less socialization and more responsibility. – Teachers create online programs, in-person programs, and learn how to use