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When Angela Lamb started teaching kids’ yoga in 2017, inspired by her older daughter who tried it at YMCA camp, there weren’t many lessons tailored toward children. So Lamb, who is the author of ...

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We may earn a commission from links on this page. When used as a calm-down technique, “Having a grounding memory counteracts these other triggering thoughts that might race through your head when you ...

Many children are referred to see me to help them learn how to deal better with their anger. They may be children who become angry easily with minimal provocation, or who remain angry for a long time, ...

FARGO — When severe weather hits, it can be frightening for everyone — especially children. Sanford Health professionals are reminding parents there are effective ways to help calm children during ...

For many parents, giving an upset child a smartphone or tablet to calm them down is second nature. But new research suggests frequently using these devices to soothe children may be linked with worse ...

FITCHBURG — The passion the four women behind Empower Children for Success have for the community focused nonprofit organization they formed together is evident. Adela Cintron, Angelica Lacourse, ...