4 Ways to Explore the outdoors with your children Exploring the outdoors is a great way to inspire creativity, an appreciation for the natural world, breathe fresh air and get physically active as a family! According to Sanford Health outdoor play: Builds cognitive & social/emotional health Benefits physical health through aerobic exercise and Vitamin D Read More
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Grocery Store Shopping With Children Tips
Going to the grocery store with children is a challenge, especially now when we are limiting our trips and practicing social distancing. Keeping your little ones engaged and occupied while perusing the store shelves is hard and can require a lot of patience. Here are tips to make that shopping trip fun, efficient and safe! Read More
Help Your Child Feel Comfortable Wearing a Mask
We are living in a time that is new and uncertain for everyone. Wearing a mask has become a mandatory part of daily life. The CDC recommends masks for anyone 2 years and older in places where you cannot social distance. To be effective, masks should cover your child’s mouth and nose. You can purchase Read More
Sidewalk Chalk Alphabet Game
While the weather cooperates, getting outside with your children is a great way to connect as a family. Sidewalk chalk is a fun, educational outdoor game. All you need is sidewalk chalk and a clear driveway or sidewalk. Write all the letters of the alphabet out in random order in the space available. Be sure Read More
What Are Your 5
Stress Management Strategies: what are your 5? Ever feel guilty because you think you should meditate—but you don’t? Does dancing relax you more than a yoga session?
What I Can Control
Humans have the ability to worry about something that hasn’t happened yet—and trigger a real stress response—just by thinking about something! We also have the ability to ruminate over past situations—things that are over and done with—and trigger a real stress response—just by thinking about something that has already happened.