Tag: parenting
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Dealing With Opinions of Others – for Parents
There is something deeply exhausting about trying your best as a parent while also managing the opinions of everyone around you. Sometimes the comments come disguised as “helpful advice.”Sometimes they sound like judgement.And sometimes they come from the people you expected support from the most. “You’re too soft.”“They just need discipline.”“They’ll grow out of it.”“You…
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Unmasking After School: A Gentle Art Activity to Help Your Child Unwind
For many children, school isn’t just about learning — it’s also about masking. Masking is when a child hides their true feelings, behaviors, or needs to fit in, avoid attention, or meet expectations. By the time they come home, they may feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or emotionally stretched thin — even if the day looked “fine”…
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When a Child Says “I Don’t Want to Go”
When a child says they don’t want to see a parent, it can put adults in an incredibly difficult position. Sometimes it’s brushed aside as defiance. Sometimes it’s labelled as manipulation. Sometimes it’s seen as “just a phase.” But very often, it’s communication. Children don’t usually have the emotional language to explain why something feels…
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Why Inclusion Matters (and What It Gently Teaches Our Children)
Inclusion isn’t about everyone being the same.It’s about everyone belonging. For children, feeling included sends a powerful, quiet message:You are welcome here exactly as you are. In everyday life, inclusion might look small — a child being invited into a game, having their voice heard, or feeling accepted even when they think, learn, move, or…
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A Small Art Pause for Busy Days
A grounding activity to help your child feel steady when life feels loud Busy times have a way of creeping up on children. Mornings feel rushed. Afternoons blur into after-school clubs, homework, and tired emotions. Even exciting seasons — holidays, celebrations, changes — can quietly overwhelm a child’s nervous system. When everything feels fast and…
