While most of you were watching the Super Bowl, play therapists around the country were beginning their annual celebrations of National Play Therapy Week (February 3-9). National Play
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Should a 5 Year Old Have a New Year’s Resolution??
Last night, I started talking with my 5 year old daughter about New Years celebrations. We talked about seeing a fireworks show and then I told her that
“If It Bleeds, It Leads” – Talking to Children About Tragic News Headlines
Welcome back our guest blogger Marly Hinestroza, as she discusses about tragic media headlines, the effects on children, and how you as a parent can help! ___________ On
Anxiety in Children and How to Help
Let’s welcome back one of our guest bloggers, Kim Martinez, as she dives into the topic of children with anxiety. ___________________________ Parental Support of Children with Anxiety When
Helping Your Child Navigate Difficult Emotions
Welcome Alyssa Caldbeck as our guest blogger this week as she explores navigating a child’s difficult emotions. ______________________________ Parenting is the most challenging job you’ll ever have. Weathering
The Empathetic Child
Welcome guest blogger, Adrienne Jeffries! She brings to light the realities of nurturing the Empathetic Child! Being a Social Worker and having at least one empathetic child, I
The Value of Unstructured Play
“Play.” That was the answer my three year old son gave when I asked the same question I ask every Friday afternoon. The question is, “What do you
10 Tips for Traveling With Toddlers Without Going Crazy
If you are planning on traveling with toddlers this holiday week, then you might have some anxiety (or dread) about leaving home, but I can tell you that
What To Tell Your Children When Your Pet Dies
It is very difficult to decide what to tell your children when your pet dies. The only thing I can tell you for sure is that there is
Drowning Prevention PSA To Start Summer Out Right!
Summer is upon us and unfortunately, that means that there will be at least one local news story about a child drowning. It happens every year (too many