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....