Hey Reader, Do your kids tend to worry often? This week in the Facebook Group, we've been discussing how to support kids with anxiety. Have you ever heard of a Worry Shredder? It's a tool for kids to watch their worries get destroyed in front of their face! You can get a basic paper shredder on Amazon for $13! Looking for more ways to support your child with anxiety? Check out this post where I share a wealth of tools and resources to help kids cope with anxiety. 🧠❤️ Enjoy the rest of your week! ☀️ PS- If you haven't already, join my private Calm Parent Facebook Group and share with all of your parent friends! With Love & Gratitude, Kristina Parent Coach Founder of Calm Minds https://linktr.ee/calm__minds |
Hey Reader, Ever ask your child to “Get ready in 5 minutes” only to find them still playing 20 minutes later? 😤 Or does “We have to leave in 10 minutes” mean absolutely nothing to them? This could be Time Blindness—a common challenge for kids, especially those with ADHD. ⏰ Time blindness isn’t just about losing track of time; it’s about struggling to feel the passage of time at all. Why does this happen? 🧠Kids’ brains, especially those with ADHD, are still developing the skills needed to...
Hey Reader, Happy Friday! Did you catch my FB LIVE the other day where I shared my 3 Tips for Boosting your Child's Happiness Naturally? If not, I've got you covered! Check it out: 🏃♂️Movement: Physical activity is a natural way to boost focus and regulate energy. Exercise increases dopamine and norepinephrine levels, which are often lower in kids with ADHD. If kids can't get otuside this time of year, use apps like GoNoodle, YouTube, Kids Cosmic Yoga, or Just Dance Now. 🧘♀️ Mindfulness...
Hey Reader, Today, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the amazing Sara Langley, a psychiatric nurse practitioner, to discuss her journey into the field and her expertise in supporting children with ADHD. During our conversation, Sara shared: ✔️ Key Signs she looks for when diagnosing ADHD ✔️ Essential Elements of a Treatment Plan tailored to each ADHD Child’s Needs ✔️ The Role of Nutrition in Managing ADHD Symptoms -✔️ Sara's #1 Tip for Parents Raising a Child with ADHD The insights Sara...