Kids have fears. Some kids have many and others not so much. Regardless, the dark, quiet, solitude of night can bring up fears for even the most settled. Whether your kids cry-it-out or get snuggled endlessly during those dark hours, nighttime fears require a different approach. Fears are not rationale and therefore cannot be ignored or ...
Monthly Archives: September 2009
Nighttime fears
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. . . . and everything changes
Having a baby changes everything. Even your politics, says the National Science Foundation. Apparently moms become more left-leaning while dads tend more to the right. As if there weren't enough built in to the parenting structure to illuminate our differences? Remember those post-baby days when you swore ...
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. Bedtime Breathing
Here is a fun exercise that your kids will love! You might too. Bedtime Breathing by the Sleep Fairy Teach your child the value of controlled, slow breathing. It’s an easy relaxation technique they’ll be able to use on their own. Breathe slowly and deeply, in... and out... Breathe in calm and happy, breathe out worries. Breathe in warm ...
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. Calm Yourself to Calm Your Kids
Ever wonder why your kids seem to flip out on days that are already stressful? It can feel spiteful. Like they are out to get you. But in those glorious moments of sanity, we know that's not the case. It has more to do with science and child development than spite.
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