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Make time for your child to feel safe.
The world is at war in some form or another.
Parents are stressed and your children can feel it.

Keep them calm. Keep them safe.

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Follow @betterestproject to sleep better every night! A tribe with zero depression doesn’t medicate, suppress, or distract. They simply listen, every single night before sleep. Research shows that verbalizing emotional stress before bed can reduce cortisol by up to 40%, improving sleep quality and emotional resilience in children. Swipe through to learn the 5-step bedtime ritual inspired by the Kaluli people and start tonight. Save this for your next bedtime routine. #sleep #sleeptips #sleephabits #bedtimeroutine #mentalhealth

Tired of the constant "don't run don't splash don't......

This explains why toddlers test you 😅 https://www.instagram.com/p/DWWtQrrjNgu/?img_index=9&igsh=MW43emdmaXdvYmRxNA==

Follow @thegentleparentinghub for more psychology backed parenting insights! It looks like they are testing limits. But child development research on toddler behavior and toddler development shows something very different. In early childhood, the parts of the brain that handle self control and rule switching are still under construction, especially in toddlers under three years old. Parents see disrespect. Children are actually following the strongest picture their brain heard, the same way they do during tantrums, picky eating, sharing battles, and sibling fights. Neuroscience and language research together explain why certain everyday phrases keep leading to spills, jumps, and power struggles, even in loving, gentle homes where you are already trying gentle parenting, respectful parenting, and conscious parenting. “Don’t” backfires before around age four, for the same reason long explanations and lectures bounce off the toddler brain in discipline moments. Tiny shifts in our wording make it easier for young nervous systems and big emotions to understand what we mean without feeling shamed or labeled as stubborn or manipulative. It is not about being a perfect parent. It is about learning how early brains work, so our words and our toddler discipline match their actual abilities, not our adult expectations. 💬 Have you noticed your child doing the exact thing you told them not to do? Share your experience. 📌 Save this post as a reminder for the next “Do NOT do that” moment. Share it with a parent who keeps saying “don’t” and thinks their child just never listens. Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes and is based on scientific research. It does not replace medical or professional advice. Always speak with a qualified professional if you are worried about your child’s wellbeing. // Sources in caption #consciousparenting #gentleparenting

The Code Awakens… Mathbreakers Virtual Coding Workshops 💻

You’re invited behind the scenes of a game launching later this year.
Not just to watch… To learn, build, and be part of it.

💻 Coding for beginners & advanced (ages 9+)
🚀 Advanced students may have their ideas featured in the final release

Visit mathbreakers.com/workshops to register for our Coding Workshops.

🎁 To get your first session FREE (for a limited time only) use code: MATH2026

This is more than a workshop. It’s your chance to step into the game.

⚠️ Limited spots. Exclusive access. No replays. Computer with keyboard and mouse required.

Brain breaks is a real thing.

When you notice a child bouncing in their seat or wiggling while working, it is not a sign of bad manners. Science actually shows that movement is the brain’s way to stay alert and focused, especially in kids under age ten. The part of the brain that controls stillness and attention is still growing at this age, so children need to move to help themselves think clearly.

Instead of seeing fidgeting as poor self-control, try viewing it as a tool their mind uses to focus. Recent studies even find that certain types of movement, like tapping feet or squeezing putty, can let children pay better attention and remember information longer. This is especially important for those who learn differently or have extra energy to spare.

If you are a parent or caregiver, consider offering movement breaks during homework or using flexible seating. Encouraging safe and gentle movement lets kids do their best, supports their mental health, and upholds their natural way of learning. Sometimes, a little wiggle is just what growing minds need to shine."

Being a new grandparent, I am privileged to help where help is needed, guide and learn again through trial and error. So many teaching and learning strategies and programs out there in the world, but I do still love the realistic approach of Montessori especially in the very early years of development.

Don't assume children know.

They are being raised in a world filled with constant noise, distractions and labels for conditions they often have very little understanding let alone control over.

Prepare, explain, settle down for transitions.

Free HOW I FEEL: FEELINGS CHART

Comment FEELINGS and we will send you a message with a link to a free printable PDF of this resource.

Children do not always have the words to explain how they feel. This simple feelings chart helps children recognise, name and talk about their emotions in a clear and visual way. It shows common feelings such as happy, sad, angry, scared, confused and tired, and gently links them to healthy ways of coping. It supports emotional awareness, emotional regulation and everyday wellbeing at home, in school and in direct work.

Dear teenagers... make 2026 a year to remember! 💛