Emma Kenny
As children across the country go back to school this week, mums will already be experiencing the stress of the school run.
New research just launched found that over half of mums (61%) agree that the school run is the most stressful time of the day, so Child Psychologist, Emma Kenny has devised five top tips that will help redefine mum’s mornings from ‘stressful’ to ‘smooth sailing’:
Emma Advises: "We all know that getting out on the wrong side of bed can have lasting consequences for the rest of the day, so why not put these simple steps into practice to soothe the stress of the school run and help beat those back to school blues":
Top Tips from Child PsychologisT, Emma Kenny
* Listen Up: Talking and listening to your child no matter what they are talking about will help them to feel heard and valued. Positive communication is vital for a child’s confidence and is particularly beneficial on a social level
* Game Playing: Play a walking scavenger hunt. Once or twice a week, write ten items your kids have to look out for on their journey to school. You can make it more exciting by rewarding the winner!
* Walk the walk: We should all be spending two hours outside in natural light each and every day. This helps to produce Vitamin D; which in turn ensures that we feel happier in mood. Consider walking the kids to school it’s the perfect opportunity to start the sunlight meter running
* Ready, Steady, Spell: Challenge your child to a Spelling Bee on your way to school. It’s an excellent and fun way for you to improve your kids’ level of literacy
* Smiling Happy People: Remember that attitude is everything! If you decide that you are going to enjoy the school run and are willing to make that time precious; you can expect a relaxed, responsible and active child in return, who will grow to use every minute to their advantage.