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A few years ago I realized I needed my children (4 and 3 years old) to get out of the house and walk to get their wiggles out. While many kids have a natural desire to go outside and explore on a walk, mine do not. In fact, walking 100 feet seemed too much and I quickly heard groans of “my feet hurt” or “why can’t we sit in the stroller?” So, I came up with an idea that has helped us tremendously: the Magical Mystery Walk. What you need: 1. Jewels, stones (you can buy at the $1 Store) or any small object. I keep mine in an old medicine bottle with a childproof cap 2. Clothing with a pocket fo ..read more

Public Health Service Proposal: What if we could enrich our preschoolers, while simultaneously filling the gap year of college bound highschool graduates, at a low cost, during the era of Covid 19? With schools and daycares largely shut down, this is a question on the minds of many families. Three to six-year olds (preschool through 1st grade) are eager, energetic, and curious, craving social interaction, cognitive stimulation, and academic instruction. As parents struggle to work from home, or return to the workplace, young children benefit from more attention. One solution? Form a service co ..read more

As the school year gets started in full swing, test taking stress can take its toll. While a student may be prepared with knowing their study guides and flashcards completely, I often hear from parents and students that the idea of the test itself causes feelings of anxiety. More than the test questions itself, worrying about the test can cause the greatest stumbling blocks for students, especially when standardized tests are involved. So, here are some strategies I recommend to help your child focus on doing their very best, with peace of mind. Day(s) before, have your child: 1. Sleep! Get a ..read more

Transitioning back to the school year brings a range of emotions to students, parents, and teachers alike. Students may feel excited and anxious about new classes, new schedules, new friends, and new sports. In an ideal world students will transition seamlessly into the academic year from a relaxing summer. But for some who may need them, here are some tips that can help students experience a more successful year. Developing a consistent sleep schedule is key. It is recommended that elementary school aged children get 9 to 11 hours of sleep each night. Lack of sleep can contribute to negative ..read more

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A few years ago I realized I needed my children (4 and 3 years old) to get out of the house and walk to get their wiggles out. While many kids have a natural desire to go outside and explore on a walk, mine do not. In fact, walking 100 feet seemed too much and I quickly heard groans of “my feet hurt” or “why can’t we sit in the stroller?” So, I came up with an idea that has helped us tremendously: the Magical Mystery Walk. What you need: 1. Jewels, stones (you can buy at the $1 Store) or any small object. I keep mine in an old medicine bottle with a childproof cap 2. Clothing with a pocket fo ..read more

Public Health Service Proposal: What if we could enrich our preschoolers, while simultaneously filling the gap year of college bound highschool graduates, at a low cost, during the era of Covid 19? With schools and daycares largely shut down, this is a question on the minds of many families. Three to six-year olds (preschool through 1st grade) are eager, energetic, and curious, craving social interaction, cognitive stimulation, and academic instruction. As parents struggle to work from home, or return to the workplace, young children benefit from more attention. One solution? Form a service co ..read more

Transitioning back to the school year brings a range of emotions to students, parents, and teachers alike. Students may feel excited and anxious about new classes, new schedules, new friends, and new sports. In an ideal world students will transition seamlessly into the academic year from a relaxing summer. But for some who may need them, here are some tips that can help students experience a more successful year. Developing a consistent sleep schedule is key. It is recommended that elementary school aged children get 9 to 11 hours of sleep each night. Lack of sleep can contribute to negative ..read more

As the school year gets started in full swing, test taking stress can take its toll. While a student may be completely prepared with knowing their study guides and flashcards completely, I often hear from parents and students that the idea of the test itself causes feelings of anxiety. More than the test questions itself, worrying about the test can cause the greatest stumbling blocks for students, especially when standardized tests are involved. So, here are some strategies I recommend to help your child focus on doing their very best, with peace of mind. Day(s) before: 1. Sleep! Get a good n ..read more