Teaching kindness starts at home. Children learn by example, so make a conscious effort to model kindness, empathy, and compassion in your daily life. Read books about kindness, do acts of service as a family, and encourage your kids to think about how their words and...
Ever wondered what's really going on when your child asks the same question repeatedly? It's all about their journey of understanding the world around them. Every repetitive question is a step towards grasping the complexities of life. Children often express their...
Parenting is a journey filled with challenges, but it’s in those moments of feeling triggered that we have an opportunity to empathise, understand, and grow. Here are some supportive ways to handle these situations, fostering better communication and connection with...
We understand that parenting comes with its share of challenges, especially witnessing our little ones experiencing big emotions that can be overwhelming for both them and us. Check out the following ways for them to wind down a bit!✨ 1️⃣Create a feeling board: To...
Hiking is a good opportunity for children to develop their motor skills and executive functioning abilities. It's also a wonderful way to bond as a family. Just remember to start at a comfortable pace based on your family's energy levels.
Understanding time can be challenging for young children since it's an abstract concept. Young children often find it challenging to abruptly transition from one activity to another, particularly when moving from a preferred activity to a less preferred one. Visual...
The arousal level, or "engine," of a child refers to their state of alertness, which can be too high (revved up), too low (running out of gas), or just right (well-regulated). Understanding arousal levels is crucial because it plays a significant role in a child's...
Does your child find it tricky to manage their own emotions, feelings, and behaviours? Or they may also show challenges in calming down and acting reasonably when they are dysregulated. This is because the amygdala, a structure in the brain that is responsible for...
Different types of child behaviour communicate different messages, learning to understand the child’s underlying needs and feelings takes time and practice. It is vital to support the child to explore their feelings, emotions and provide opportunities to explore these...
Playtime is a vital part of the puzzle in a child's development. Board games are a great way to fuel their development. Take a look at some of the benefits of playing board game:
Coping is not something we are born knowing how to do; it’s something we learn how to do with practice. It's never too early or too late to begin learning healthy coping mechanisms, and demonstrating these to your children will make them more resilient. Here are a...
Every child deserves to feel acknowledged and valued, as this can help them develop a sense of belonging and security. Here are some ways in which we can communicate to our children that we are aware of their emotions and experiences, and that we are here to support...
Supporting our SPOTlings to become better at regulating their own emotions has become a large part of our work of therapists and caregivers, since COVID. This skill like many skills requires guidance and practice. Here is a summary of the steps to developing this...
Swinging, jumping, spinning and rocking are important to children not only for fun and exercise but also to help their bodies organise and to regulate their sensory systems. Children should visit their community playgrounds regularly to have fun and receive this type...
What is your family's favourite outdoor space in Hong Kong? Do you know about the secret park at the top of the peak called Victoria Peak Garden with lots of paths and a stream?Or have you explored the new promenade along the harbour? Here are some benefits of outdoor...
Have you thought of growing herbs in your kitchen, indoor plants, or balcony? Gardening is a healthy and fun activity for children. Here are some therapeutic benefits of gardening:
When our child gets angry, it is sometimes difficult to reason with them and calm them down. Learning to manage anger is one of the most critical tasks during childhood, which includes accepting our anger and refraining from acting on it by lashing out at others. Here...
Do you ever feel triggered by or overreact to your child’s behaviour? While we cannot pinpoint precisely why we feel so angry over seemingly trivial things that our children say or do, our emotions are nonetheless intense. As parents, we always have our own agenda...
Here is a great article from the Child Mind Institute that covers various aspects of emotional self-regulation. From tantrums in a two-year old to meltdowns in school, this is a useful resource to provide you and your child with resources to regulate themselves....