Some children worry more than others; I know this from experience. One of our daughters feels things deeply and intensely and while this is a blessing, it can also be a “curse”. Some amount of anxiety is normal in children. Everyone feels anxious when they are faced with the unknown or when they are in […]
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What to do when you feel like you are failing as a parent
Being a parent can break your heart, especially when it feels like you are failing at parenting. But sometimes everything just seems so hopeless. If you often feel like a failure as a parent, you are not alone. Many parents have been there: feeling hopeless, not knowing what else to do, questioning all their decisions, […]
20 SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF ANXIETY IN YOUR CHILD AND HOW TO HELP
Anxiety is one of the most common emotions that children experience: Even before they turn one, babies begin to cry when an unfamiliar face approaches. This is referred to as stranger anxiety, and it begins at about 8/9 months and usually abates between ages two and three. Many children are anxious when they start or […]
51 ways to help your angry child calm down
This post contains affiliate links for your convenience Many people believe that anger in children “erupts suddenly”. It never does. It comes gradually, like a wave growing stronger and stronger until it completely washes over them. That’s what many specialists have referred to as “Zone 3” or the final zone of anger; the point of no return; […]
33 mindfulness and meditation activities for the anxious child
If your child struggles with anxiety, you’ve probably already heard about the wonders that meditation and mindfulness can do for them. But is mindfulness and meditation effective in calming their anxiety or is it just another craze everyone is talking about? In this article I’ll tell you everything you need to know about mindfulness meditation. […]