Parenting is not easy and it can be stressful sometimes. People often view the stress response as negative and want to avoid it as much as possible. However, there are some necessary and beneficial aspects to it. Our Read More
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Never Shake a Baby
Shaking a baby can cause: Babies cry! The baby’s not upset with you. Crying is one way your baby can tell you what he or she needs. Usually your baby will cry less when you respond to his crying with soothing actions. Your baby may be: Remember, all babies cry, so have a plan of Read More
Recuperative Sleep
There are many strategies for reducing stress but one of the most important ones is making sure you and your children get recuperative sleep. Recuperative sleep is the type of sleep where you actually feel rested when you wake up—not just as tired as before you went to sleep! Read More
Finger Breaths
It can be difficult to teach young children how to calm themselves down in tough situations. One thing that research has shown is that slow, deep breaths help! There are numerous ways to help teach your child to take slow, deep breaths. Read More
Listening to Music
Finding ways to relax as a family is can help everyone calm down during busy times together. Listening to music can help us relax and wind down after a long day or just after any stressful time. Listening to calming music as a family Read More