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Helping Your Child Navigate Performance Worries
Is your child struggling with nerves before a big test or performance?
Performance anxiety is more than just jitters—it can affect sleep, mood, and confidence. In this blog, we explore how to spot the signs and share simple, supportive ways parents can help kids manage pressure and build resilience.

Jessica Raimondo
Jun 25 min read
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Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA): Insights & Support Strategies
This blog explores PDA, its traits, challenges, strengths, and support strategies to foster autonomy and reduce demand-based stress.

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Mar 35 min read
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Navigating Big Life Transitions
Life is full of changes, and while some of these changes are exciting, they can also be overwhelming, especially for children. Whether...

Tiana Vandendort
Jan 215 min read
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Helping Kids Cope with Big Feelings: Using Breath and Mindfulness
Learn breathing techniques that you can use as caregivers to help regulate your child.

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Aug 1, 20244 min read
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Parenting to Promote Emotion and Behaviour Regulation in Kids
How to parent sensitive children using emotion coaching and behaviour regulation

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
May 29, 20245 min read
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Words from an OT- Neuroaffirming Occupational Therapy for Neurodivergent Youth
What is Occupational Therapy (OT)? How can OT help neurodivergent children and teens?

Kim Hanson
Jan 4, 20244 min read
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Navigating Family Boundaries During the Holidays: A Guide for Parents
The holiday season is often a time filled with love, get-togethers, and fun with family and friends. However, for some, it can also be a tim

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Dec 17, 20233 min read
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Help! Nothing is working: Classroom Edition.
Emotion and Behaviour Regulation Tips for the Classroom

Dr. Stephanie Lavoie and Dr. Michelle Fardella
Dec 4, 20232 min read
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