Here are 75 easy and engaging science-backed strategies to help calm kids down and improve their emotional regulation skills. As you read, don’t forget to download your free printable guide of these techniques to have available when your child’s anger or anxiety flares up. **Table of Contents** Developing emotional regulation is a crucial part of…
Anxiety symptoms in children can appear quite early and may be either obvious or subtle, sometimes showing up in unexpected ways. Here are 10 examples of anxiety symptoms in kids that might not be immediately noticeable. — ### “Could my child be anxious?” This is a common reaction among parents who visit my therapy office,…
Explore soothing activities that can make bedtime with kids much easier, while also fostering a stronger connection and helping your child unwind at the end of the day. These playful and calming bedtime ideas are designed to relax your kids and encourage them to settle down for a restful sleep without resistance. — **Table of…
Inside: Learn effective techniques to inspire and motivate your child to listen and cooperate. Table of Contents If I had a quarter every time I thought, “If only these kids would listen, life would be so much easier,” I’d be wealthy. It seems they choose the least convenient moments to tune us out. Really? Do…
**Inside Scoop: A Child Therapist’s Favorite Tools for Mindfulness with Kids** Discover effective mindfulness techniques that can help your child improve focus, manage anxiety, and regulate emotions. **Benefits of Mindfulness for Kids** Mindfulness offers numerous benefits for children: it can boost focus, enhance self-control, improve mood, lead to better sleep, and reduce anxiety. But many…
### Helping Your Child Through Sensory Overloads #### Introduction As a parent of a child with Sensory Processing Disorder, you’ve likely experienced the emotional and physical toll of witnessing a sensory meltdown. These moments can be incredibly challenging, as your child might show behaviors like flailing, kicking, screaming, and thrashing. It’s tough to watch and…
Learn how to manage discipline and interact with a strong-willed child in a way that leverages their strengths, leading to better listening and cooperation. **Table of Contents** Around my daughter’s third birthday, it became obvious that we were struggling. We had unrealistic expectations that she would always listen, and our frustration led to harsh discipline,…
Inside: Discover the most effective phrase to use when stepping in during kids’ fights or any everyday family conflict. Table of Contents Right now, emotions might be running high in your family, just as they are in mine. “Stop it!” “Mom, she said she hated me!” “Well, I never want to play with you again…
Discover the most common mistake parents make in teaching their children emotional regulation skills and learn the proven approach that works. — ### Table of Contents Teaching kids how to handle their emotions in tough situations is something many parents struggle with. On any given day, our children may get anxious when waiting for a…
If you’re raising a child who often feels angry, understanding what’s causing their anger is the first step in managing it. While it’s not always possible to fully understand every angry outburst, there are some common reasons why a child might find it challenging to control their emotions. It can be tough as a parent…