Big Feelings and Self-Regulation: How to Co-Regulate
Big emotions are a normal part of childhood, but they can sometimes feel overwhelming—for kids and for us as caregivers. By modeling calm strategies like taking a breath or naming our own feelings, we can help children learn self-regulation and strengthen their ability to connect with themselves.
Executive Functioning Skills: What they are and why they are important to teach
Mornings that feel like chaos, forgotten homework, endless bedtime battles—sound familiar? These everyday struggles often tie back to executive functioning skills, the brain’s “management system” that helps kids plan, focus, remember, and follow through.
The good news: these skills aren’t fixed—they can be taught, practiced, and strengthened. With routines, task breakdowns, goal-setting, and even fun games, you can help your child build confidence and independence one step at a time.
Digital Safety for Kids: A Guide for SD43 Parents
In today’s world, screen time is a reality for all families, but setting healthy boundaries is key. Too much time on devices can affect children’s sleep, attention, physical health, and readiness for learning.
You can support healthy habits by setting age-appropriate limits, modeling balanced screen use yourself, and encouraging offline activities like sports, outdoor play, and creative exploration.
Separation Anxiety: How to support your child when they refuse to go to school
Separation anxiety can happen at any age but especially during the early years. It often happens during transitions such as a start of a new school year. Parents are often left wondering why this is happening and what to do to help their child.