"If You're an Anxious Parent, Are Your Kids Doomed?'"
Lynn Lyons is an international speaker and psychotherapist based in Concord, New Hampshire who helps children and families manage anxiety disorders. In this podcast, Lynn focuses on anxious parents. She answers the question, "if I'm an anxious parent, are my kids doomed?" Lynn assures listeners that your kids aren't necessarily doomed, however "there are risk factors you have to pay attention to and patterns to interrupt."
"Sleep Struggles are Separation Struggles"
Dr. Becky Kennedy is a clinical psychologist, parent, and founder of the podcast, Good Inside. In this episode, Dr.Becky discusses the struggles of sleep. Sleep is "the rare commodity that all parents and kids need more of. And it's a cruel irony that at night, parents and kids have completely opposite needs. Kids want more connection. And parents just want some time to themselves...Dr.Becky tackles sleep struggles and gets to the root cause of what causes them. She also offers hope to tired parents everywhere."
Longing for some snow to play in? Look no further! Check out this fun and sensory friendly activity for kids of all ages! This is a simple afternoon activity that doesn't take long to create and can occupy kids for hours!
Materials:
2lb box of backing soda
2 cans shaving cream
Container with a lid
Directions:
1. Pour the entire 2lb box of baking soda into the container with a lid.
2. Add some shaving cream and knead it into the baking soda. Continue adding shaving cream a little bit at a time while kneading it into the baking soda, repeating the steps until the mixture is the consistency of snow. You will know your "snow" is ready when it is light and powdery, and does not leave residue on your hands.
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The "Massachusetts Behavioral Help Line" is a relatively new resource to all Massachusetts residents. They can connect you with providers in your area based on your insurance, distance willing to travel, and other identified needs. You can reach them 24/7, 365 days a year. The number to call or text is (833) 773-2445. You can also live chat at www.masshelpline.com/chat.
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We are including this comprehensive list as it is a great resource for mental health resources in our area.
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