Kids
10 Strategies to Help Kids Manage Uncomfortable Emotions
Dealing with uncertainty and difficult emotions is part of life. Learning how to accept and manage both is important for a child’s growth and development. In a world that values immediate gratification and ease, it can be challenging to teach kids how to tolerate these feelings without intentional practice. Rogers Behavioral Health’s Dr. Amanda Heins […]
Simple gardening projects that count as exercise for kids
Gardening is a fantastic way of merging exercise, fun and education. While you’re at it, you bend, squat, stretch and lift – movements that help build strength, flexibility and endurance. Once the greenhouse is constructed, kids can stay involved by planting seeds, watering plants and monitoring the growth inside their new creation. Introducing children to […]
Water Safety for Kids on the Spectrum: 15 Life-Saving Tips
Swimming offers a multitude of benefits for all children, and for those with autism, it can be particularly transformative. Beyond the physical advantages like improved motor skills and muscle strength, swimming provides therapeutic sensory experiences that aid in sensory integration and self-regulation—areas often challenging for children on the spectrum. The calming nature of water, coupled […]