08/05/2025
A new school year can be so exciting! 📚 There are friends to reconnect with, new things to learn, and fun school supplies to use. But the new year can also bring a lot of anxiety.
These tips can help ease the transition and make sure your child is excited and comfortable at school ❤ Keep reading for more info! 👇
🪥 Establish routines: having a consistent routine for your kids can help reduce uncertainty and anxiety! It sets them up for a good night's sleep and a fantastic day.
🚌 Do a practice run: before school even starts, why not practice the drop-off routine? Let them know where they'll be picked up by the bus, what the route looks like if they're walking, or where they'll be dropped off. This will help with first-day jitters!
💪 Focus on Strengths: build your little ones up with what they're GREAT at! Confidence is the ultimate anxiety buster.
🍎 Collaborate with Teachers: if you're concerned about your kids or their anxiety affecting their learning, let their teachers know! They can be on the lookout for ways to help keep them calm and focused.
☀ Positive Reinforcement: make trying new things and facing fears a fun adventure! The more kids can prove to themselves they can do something hard, the more confidence they'll build.
🧘♀️ Relaxation Techniques: teach your kids simple breathing exercises or mindfulness activities they can turn to when you aren't there for comfort.
If you feel like you've tried everything and the anxiety just won't go away, that's okay. There's nothing wrong with asking for help! Visit our website or give us a call at (205) 784-8140 and we'll explore some options that might help together ❤
