IEP 101: What You Need To Know
If your child is struggling in school, you may have heard of an IEP from your little one’s teacher or school administrator. As a parent, navigating special education plans can be overwhelming and leave you feeling a lack of control. This article will walk you through what you need to know about IEPs, so you […]
Effective Emotional Regulation Techniques For a Balanced Life
If living a more balanced life is on your New Year’s resolution list for 2025, you’re in the right place. Learning to regulate your emotions can be a journey full of trial and error, and how you manage your feelings can evolve at different stages in your life. In this article, we’ll explore effective techniques […]
The Impact of Social Interaction On Childhood Growth
Humans are naturally social creatures, and being around others positively affects our mood, growth, and overall health. This is especially true for children, who are developing essential social and emotional skills. In this post, we’ll explore how social interaction impacts childhood growth. Social Skills and Cognitive Development Social skills are closely linked to cognitive development. […]
Why Do Some Children Struggle To Make Friends?
Making friends and building relationships is a key part of childhood. Some children are naturally outgoing and make new friends quickly and easily, while others may face challenges in forming these connections. Here, we’ll explore reasons some children struggle to make friends and how guardians can support them. Shyness Shyness is a common reason why […]
How To Help Children Develop Social Intelligence
Social skills are essential for building relationships, making decisions, and navigating everyday life. In a world dominated by technology, developing these skills has become more challenging, especially for children, many of whom missed crucial years of schooling due to the pandemic. In this article, we’ll explore how to help your child develop social intelligence so […]
The Social and Emotional Impact of Dyslexia On Elementary Students
Learning disabilities such as dyslexia are extremely common impacting, almost 20% of US children today. Luckily, with the right support, identification, accommodations, and treatment, children with dyslexia can conquer their disability and live a normal and happy life. However, the journey of being diagnosed with dyslexia and navigating a treatment plan is not always linear. […]
Top Tips For Parents Taking Care of Their Mental Health Along With Their Child’s Mental Health
Mental health matters — and the past several years have truly shown us the importance of checking in on one another, especially our little people. If you are a parent navigating the journey of taking care of their mental health while balancing the wellness of your children, this is the article for you. Let’s explore […]
6 Tips To Help Your Child Socialize
When teaching our children healthy socialization skills, it is easy to get caught up in elaborate lessons. Unfortunately, this can pull us away from the fundamentals of what it means to build a relationship with another human being. Teaching your child socialization skills can be challenging, which is exactly why we created this article. Let’s […]
Positive Affirmations For Children With Anxiety
The way we talk to ourselves is extremely important when it comes to building confidence, trusting in ourselves, and saying yes to new adventures. This is why practicing positive affirmations with your child can be so impactful. For children who struggle with anxiety, using specific words of affirmation can be especially motivating. In this article, […]
Pushing Back Against the Stigma Surrounding Autism
Autism is a wide spectrum, meaning that there is not a one-size-fits-all diagnosis. This makes autism difficult to identify, especially for parents or caregivers who do not work in a professional healthcare setting. If your life has been touched by someone with autism, you know how special and unique these individuals are. They illuminate our […]