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Children often experience anxiety during hair appointments, so it helps to find ways to calm them. Here’s how to make children more comfortable during haircuts. Kids often have difficulty getting haircuts, especially if it’s their first time. It’s normal for …

As parents, we are always looking for ways to help our children navigate the ups and downs of life. One powerful tool we can give them is the practice of deep breathing exercises. These exercises can not only help children …

Pets are more than just animals; they’re part of the family. And the benefits of raising your child with a pet is a topic that’s been studied for years. The results show that children who grow up with pets tend …

Moving to a new home can feel exciting and scary, specifically for kids. Make the process a bit easier with these tips for preparing your child to move. Moving is rough at any age, and it can feel earth-shattering for …

Emotional regulation is a critical skill for children to learn, as it helps them understand and manage their emotions in a healthy way. For young children, it can be a challenge to understand and control their emotions, which is why …

Frustration is part of life. Kids will experience it, no matter how hard you try to shield them from it. It’s inevitable that kids will have to deal with challenges at some point. The real question is whether or not …

As parents, we all want to help our children learn healthy ways to cope with their emotions. One of the most powerful emotions that children experience is anger. Teaching children how to manage their angry feelings in a fun way …

Fun self esteem games for kids to grow a child’s self-esteem and banish negative thoughts and feelings while promoting a growth mindset. Being joyful, resilient, and successful all require a high level of self-esteem. When kids are secure in who …

When your child avoids social interaction, such as hiding behind your legs at the playground or clutching the wall at a birthday celebration, it’s simple to classify them as shy. However, a socially distant youngster may not be shy at …

How to respond to your child when they say “I Can’t Do It” and then they do not try to do the task they need/want to be accomplished. All children eventually come to the “I Can’t Do It” phase of …

If your child uses negative language to describe a frustrating situation and you want some resources to aid you in helping a child with negative self-talk, this is the right place for you! As a parent it is very sad …

Parenting tips to comfort an upset child Being a child is hard work, and finding ways to comfort an upset child can be a difficult task. The world around a child is so vast and confusing. While it seems like …

How to create a calm down corner and why it is an effective way to calm down a child who needs a little help regulating some big emotions in a safe space and cozy corner. Children experience big feelings and …

You take the kids out to do enjoyable things throughout the holidays, give them toys, clothes, and books, and attempt to give them meaningful experiences all around. You arrive prepared to bake cookies, wrap presents, pack luggage, and remove scratchy …