The Sad Reason I Never Apply Mascara Before School Drop Off Insight into one mother’s daily task of school drop off with her highly anxious kid. My mind is awake long before the alarm chimes. I am far from prepared to face another day, impending doom already settling in. I know I must wake my… Continue reading The Sad Reason I Never Apply Mascara Before School Drop Off
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14 Day Love Yourself Challenge for Anxious Kids
14 Day Love Yourself Challenge A Challenge of Self- Love and Acceptance for Children or Teens with Anxiety I admit I am a sucker for Valentine’s Day…I like the sweet treats, the pretty pink colors, and the idea of spreading love. For years, starting on February 1st and going through February 14th, I have… Continue reading 14 Day Love Yourself Challenge for Anxious Kids
Fearing the Future as a Special Needs Parent
Fearing the Future as a Special Needs Parent As my daughter and son grow, I often find myself dreaming of their future. I image them leaving for their first dance, being behind the wheel of the car for the first time, falling in lust (teenage love), throwing their caps in the air at… Continue reading Fearing the Future as a Special Needs Parent
Our IEP Plan for School Anxiety – Update- 2nd Semester of 8th Grade
Our IEP Plan for School Anxiety Update- 2nd Semester of 8th Grade Now that the current school year is half over, I felt it was a good point to share an update on the first semester of my daughter’s 8th grade school year. This schedule was proposed by the Specia Education team in early September… Continue reading Our IEP Plan for School Anxiety – Update- 2nd Semester of 8th Grade
How To Find The Right Child Therapist For Anxiety
How To Find The Right Child Therapist For Anxiety I will be honest…finding a great child therapist is like dating. You have to spend a few hours with each one until you find the “right one”. Don’t be discouraged by that thought though…there are ways to help narrow the field in the hopes… Continue reading How To Find The Right Child Therapist For Anxiety
11 Ways Parents Can Help Anxiety in Kids
11 Ways Parents Can Help Anxiety in Kids Seeing your child hurting, unhappy, or scared is the worst feeling for a parent. You feel helpless and are willing to do nearly anything to take away their discomfort. Watching your child struggle with anxiety is no different. All children will experience anxiety to some degree… Continue reading 11 Ways Parents Can Help Anxiety in Kids