Caregivers often try to instill in their children the importance of taking care of others – but a new article by PBS Kids for Parents notes that it’s also important for caregivers to teach children simple acts of self-care.
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While some activities might come to mind when thinking about self-care – such as a bubble bath, reading a beloved book, or watching a favorite movie – there are other methods that might not immediately come to mind. Naming feelings and taking care of one’s health are examples of how self-care includes healthy habits for the mind and body.
The PBS Kids for Parents article lists 11 strategies that children can utilize to promote self-care. These include:
- Take belly breaths
- Get silly
- Drink more water
- Be proactive
- Incorporate rest
- Get the wiggles out
- Write (or color) it out
- Take a break
- Have a healthy snack
- Get clean
- Try affirmations by breathing in and breathe out a positive phrase or empowering mantra
To read descriptions of these 11 strategies and to learn more how to promote self-care among children, read PBS Kids for Parents’ article.
