You’ve heard the term bandied about, there’s mindful breathing, mindful yoga practices, even mindful eating. But what exactly does mindfulness mean and can it be good for children? Mindfulness, in a nutshell, means being aware of what one is experiencing. So if it is mindful breathing you’re practising, you bring your attention to each breath … Continued
Reading, writing, speaking and counting are important skills for children to pick up. But did you know that music is just as important for a developing child?Because of its beat and rhythm — things that are also present in walking and talking — music has many benefits for children from auditory skills, to fine motor skills, … Continued
Stress affects all of us. From financial issues to deadlines, worrying about personal relationships and peer pressure. All these factors leading to stress can overwhelm us from time to time. Even more so when it comes to teenagers as their fluctuating hormones are always throwing them off while they juggle school and find their social … Continued
Schools are a safe sanctuary for students, where children learn, live, flourish and forge strong bonds with peers and adults. Experiences in school lay the foundation of a child’s personality. Educators have an important responsibility, that of ensuring a child’s emotional wellbeing while building on their resilience to cope with challenges in school and life … Continued
The pandemic has brought about uncertainty and stress, with the irregular changing arrangements of schools, which can affect a child’s mental wellbeing. It is important that they remain happy and positive. Mindfulness is an effective technique that helps children develop a deeper sense of self-awareness, gain better control of their emotions and improve their focusing … Continued
As a parent of a newborn or soon-to-be parent, you must have concerns about their sleep routines and the number of sleepless nights that will be coming your way. All parents want their infants to sleep well and adapt to an ideal sleep routine. How much should your baby sleep? How does their sleep schedule … Continued