tag:www.nasouthjersey.com,2005:/categories/healthy-kids?page=3Healthy Kids Healthy Kids | Natural Awakenings South Jersey Page 3Healthy Living Healthy Planet2023-01-05T01:02:57-05:00urn:uuid:6cf1364d-33c2-4577-9a76-947925421a5d2022-11-16T15:11:44-05:002023-01-05T01:02:57-05:00The Best Gift of All: Teaching Children the Spirit of Giving2022-11-30 09:30:00 -0500Madiha SaeedWhether through donating material things, sharing time or freely conveying love and kindness, here are ways to teach kids the value of generosity.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nasouthjersey.com">Natural Awakenings South Jersey</a></small></p>urn:uuid:50248eb7-a9da-4c8f-96fe-a87b2b97f0d82022-10-20T14:41:23-04:002022-12-06T19:21:22-05:00The Colors of Healing: Art Therapy for Kids2022-10-31 09:30:00 -0400Marlaina DonatoArt therapy can help a child express what is beyond spoken language: unprocessed trauma, emotional and physical pain or the multilevel challenges of autism spectrum disorder. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nasouthjersey.com">Natural Awakenings South Jersey</a></small></p>urn:uuid:1629db9a-8662-4674-9d01-bb69ea5e67272022-09-22T20:29:31-04:002022-11-01T22:12:01-04:00Green Schoolyards: Concrete Jungles Become Natural Playgrounds2022-09-30 09:30:00 -0400Sheila JulsonAsphalt-paved schoolyards enclosed by chain-link fencing are being transformed into green play-learn spaces, designed for and by students and the community.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nasouthjersey.com">Natural Awakenings South Jersey</a></small></p>urn:uuid:6fff3549-4d14-4709-9b9f-00efd14532a52022-08-18T14:09:42-04:002022-11-01T22:12:51-04:00Learning to Grieve: How to Help Children Navigate Through Loss2022-08-31 09:30:00 -0400Sandra YeyatiWhile there is no right way to grieve, adults can provide kids experiencing loss gentle guideposts and lessons of empathy and acceptance as they process complicated emotions.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nasouthjersey.com">Natural Awakenings South Jersey</a></small></p>urn:uuid:2eed4d78-052e-432b-a676-112ecc9aaa132022-08-26T12:55:35-04:002024-03-29T07:23:01-04:00It’s Back-to-School Time!2022-08-31 09:30:00 -0400Nancy SeigleOften, with a mix of nerves and excitement, students open the next chapter of their academic journey meeting new teachers, seeing old friends and getting back into the early mornings. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nasouthjersey.com">Natural Awakenings South Jersey</a></small></p>urn:uuid:a7ac056d-26e4-46cd-a362-c4e8aba2a5842022-07-15T12:28:05-04:002022-09-30T16:50:45-04:00Raising a Well-Rounded Child: Practical Ways to Build Lasting Life Skills2022-07-29 09:30:00 -0400Marlaina DonatoFor kids to develop the solid foundation they need, parents should practice a full-spectrum approach that rounds out their experiences and skills, while instilling confidence and resilience.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nasouthjersey.com">Natural Awakenings South Jersey</a></small></p>urn:uuid:c66ec9bb-2c6b-4179-869f-d439547c309e2022-07-18T19:49:58-04:002022-09-30T16:50:32-04:00Mindful Kudos: Best Ways to Praise Kids and Boost Self-Confidence 2022-07-29 09:30:00 -0400Ronica O’HaraPraise can build character, motivation and resilience in kids if delivered in the correct way. Here is some research-based advice for parents when it comes to skillfully praising children.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nasouthjersey.com">Natural Awakenings South Jersey</a></small></p>urn:uuid:6c32b132-e815-4a5f-8e82-7fc5793f0ad72022-06-19T13:04:06-04:002022-08-26T22:38:32-04:00Cool Treats for Hot Days: DIY Recipes Even Kids Can Make2022-06-30 09:30:00 -0400Sheila JulsonBy creating homemade, hot-weather treats with our kids, we get to enjoy the delights of fresh, seasonal, healthy fruits and vegetables and inventive flavor combinations.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nasouthjersey.com">Natural Awakenings South Jersey</a></small></p>urn:uuid:66660635-6539-40c7-acf7-d4bc1af789472022-05-13T14:58:31-04:002022-08-26T22:45:05-04:00How to Raise Empathetic Kids: Simple Ways Parents Can Cultivate Compassion 2022-05-31 09:30:00 -0400Carrie JacksonWhile we are all born with a certain amount of empathy, cultivating it is a skill that can be strengthened with practice, and it is critical that the learning process start early.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nasouthjersey.com">Natural Awakenings South Jersey</a></small></p>urn:uuid:76b92baf-3a9a-46bb-b46c-b000cbfac9162022-04-25T10:27:13-04:002024-03-29T07:23:01-04:00Preconception: Planning for a Healthy Pregnancy, Baby and Grandbabies 2022-04-30 09:35:00 -0400Julia Snyder Many of us have probably wondered why we plan so long for our wedding, but not for preparing for pregnancy. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.nasouthjersey.com">Natural Awakenings South Jersey</a></small></p>