Wiggly Kid

09/17/2026

Don’t be fooled by the size of your wiggly kid! Big kids need hugs, too. Ask your big kids today if they need a hug, wait for their response.

09/16/2026

Calmly ask your wiggly kid if they need a hug and wait for their response,

09/12/2026

Remember, we’re not here to “fix” anything or anybody! We’re here to help educate parents and others to help them understand and accept their wiggly kiddos!!

Our feelings and confidence journal is a great way to support your child early in the school year.

This 58-page kid-friendly journal (for ages 5-12) is a fun and supportive place for your wiggly kid to explore feelings, build confidence, and celebrate their superpowers. Interior prints in black and white. This companion journal is designed to help children develop: Wiggly Kid, created by Dr...

08/28/2026

08/25/2026

It's been a minute since our last post as our founder, Dr. Crystal Abitz is preparing to teach Kindergarten this year! School starts tomorrow.

Here's a fresh blog article that offers some strategies for helping your Wiggly Kid cope with some big feelings as the new school year quickly approaches.

Excitement can quickly turn into anxiety, and anticipation can sometimes feel like a tidal wave of big feelings. As parents, it's essential to help our wiggly kids navigate these emotions with grace and patience.

08/18/2026

We need to find ways to work with our wiggly kids to help them prepare for the upcoming school year. How are you helping your Wiggly Kid get ready for this big transition?

08/07/2026

Keep that screen time low, even as we approach the last few weeks of summer and you’re running out of energy to keep up with your little ones.

08/04/2026

We don’t always need to know what’s going on in their little worlds of play. Sometimes this is their escape from the hustle and business of the world around them.

07/31/2026

“Children with an overactive nervous system may exhibit signs such as:

Constant movement: They may have difficulty sitting still or staying in one place.

Difficulty focusing: Keeping attention on tasks such as homework can be challenging.

Impulsivity: They might act without thinking, often interrupting or talking over others.

Emotional reactivity: Quick to anger or get upset without apparent reason.

Understanding these signs is the first step in helping your child find balance and calm.”

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Regulating the nervous system is key to helping wiggly children find their calm. By understanding the underlying causes of their restlessness and implementing these strategies, parents can support their children in achieving balance and focus.