Tag: child stress
Kids and Strangers: What Should Parents Do?
We were in the produce section of the grocery store. My child commented on how sweet the apples smelled. And from across the aisle, I heard the sound of a woman’s voice. She was happy! She was kind! She was engaging! And she wanted to talk to my child. Except my child was slightly frightened [...]
Taking Your Child to the Doctor: Tips to Reduce Stress
As a parent, I know that it is important for my child’s health for her to regularly visit her doctor. However, there is nothing more stressful to my child as having to go to the doctor. If you are like most parents, you have probably watched over time as your child developed a fear of [...]
Helping Kids Cope with the Stress of a Hurricane
Over the past few days, many people have been preparing for the hurricane. Some families are evacuating whereas other families are gathering the supplies they will need during such an emergency. Preparing for a hurricane is stressful. If you are in the path of the hurricane and have a child or children, this time may [...]
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