Planning for a second child, or a third, or fourth? Transitioning from one child to two or more is a significant change that can bring about a range of emotions...
Ever wondered about how to prepare older siblings for a new baby in the family? This is one tricky question that gets all parents worried and tired. I still remember...
While researching mindfulness practices for kids and families, I stumbled upon the concept of mindful parenting too often. Intrigued, I delved deeper, realizing how crucial this approach is for creating...
Mindful play is a transformative practice that enriches the emotional development of both children and their families. By integrating mindfulness into playtime, families can foster deeper connections, enhance emotional intelligence,...
Artistic activities like drawing or coloring can become mindfulness practices by focusing on the creation process—paying attention to each stroke of the pencil or crayon. This type of activity helps children...
Gratitude practice is a powerful aspect of mindfulness. Encouraging children to reflect on what they are thankful for can foster positivity, emotional well-being, and resilience. Gratitude practice doesn’t need to...
Guided imagery meditation is one of the best calming hacks for kids. Ask me why? Imagine if your child could go on a magical journey anytime they wanted—no need to...
Mindful eating involves paying close attention to the eating experience—focusing on the taste, texture, smell, and appearance of food. It helps children develop a deeper appreciation for their meals, encouraging...
Mindful walking is a fun and engaging practice for kids. It encourages them to focus on each step, paying attention to how their feet touch the ground and how their...
Mindful listening practice involves paying close attention to sounds in the environment. Encouraging children to focus on sounds teaches them to be present and enhances their sensory awareness. This will...
As promised we are covering some of the fun and helpful mindful breathing exercises for kids in this post. If you have not read the precursor to this post where...
Before we delve into our topic about mindfulness for kids, let us understand what the term itself means. To set the record straight, it is beneficial for anyone and everyone,...
As a caregiver you must have noticed that as children grow, their emotional challenges change size, shape, features and even duration. Today's fast-paced world can make it tough for kids...
Bullying is a topic that is vast and difficult to understand, identify and handle. The best we can do is guide our kids right so they do not indulge in...
An APA article that I came across took me back to the topic of emotional regulation. It highlights the importance of teaching children how to manage their emotions effectively. It...
Who do you love more – mom or dad? Is this not a question on attachment that we must have all heard as kids? I definitely did, almost at every...
Let us explore what might be the most effective parenting style that has been defined, well-understood and researched. Parenting is a journey that comes with its own set of challenges...
Were we informed parents at any time? – Let us see. When I was expecting my baby, all everyone told me about was: what kind of clothes or accessories to...
This is an account from COVID days about how lack of outdoor time impacted my kiddo’s eyesight. I noticed that my child was constantly blinking her eyes as if they...
What is the most common and worst parenting mistake, and how do we rectify it? A book and a video that I saw recently happened to talk about how important...
Can we say that toddlers are in the “Again” stage? Why not? Toddlers love to repeat, be it songs, books, stories, videos, jokes, games, anything that makes them feel happy...
Ever wondered why babies cry more around moms? Does your newborn cry when you pick them up, or did they do that when they were newborns or infants? Do your...
Eating disorders (EDs) are complex medical and psychiatric illnesses that are generally characterized by an unhealthy relationship with food and/or body image. The root causes might be several though. Firstly,...
Teen sexuality is a topic that gets spoken in hushed voices – Why? Let us get rid of this stigma right away. As a parent there is a lot you...
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder that can happen in children and adults. It is characterized by obsessions which increase anxiety; and by compulsions which decrease anxiety temporarily. Read...
Depression is often thought of as a health issue in adults only. Firstly, let us understand that depression is an equally prevalent issue in children also, especially adolescents. As is...
Social anxiety in children is often misunderstood for shyness, being introverted, etc. As parents, teachers or caretakers it is very important for us to understand the causes and to spot...
Preschool age is a time when children are learning to see and understand how things work. They are learning to think more logically. Preschoolers love pretend play. Their perspectives and...
Aggressiveness and anger in children is a rather tricky topic. We did a survey recently to understand the most common and difficult to manage issues when it comes to managing...
Why do infants love to eat everything? A lot of myths and facts have been doing the rounds around this topic. Let us try to debug and understand some of...
There is a deep connection between peek-a-boo, love, trust and sensorimotor development. We love to play peek-a-boo with kids. We love the cute reactions, panic, surprise, rolling eyes and cuteness...
I had to do a research on current trends among today’s children as part of the psychology course that I am pursuing. While I kept pondering about what topic to...
Children’s mental development and growth are topics that do not get discussed generally, unless there is a problem. Physical development is what takes up most of the discussion space. It...
How do you nurture assertiveness in children? Firstly, let us understand assertiveness and its significance. Assertiveness is a communication skill. Like any other skill it gets better with practice. Generally...
Healthy self-esteem is what makes you optimistic and confident. It helps you handle pressure, have a relaxed attitude and have the desire to learn. In addition it helps you believe...
Thinking about having a child or starting family planning? Wondering what to consider, how to evaluate and decide? Please read on. Factors to Consider for Family Planning: Are you Physically...
The impact of art on child development is big, yes, really very big. It does not just aid in physical and mental development, but also aids in proper expression of...
Play dough and child development have a significant connection. Let us see how. Kids love play dough. My kid loves it so much that she takes the dough that I...
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