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The health of our children is something us parents are extremely passionate about. But where do we start with all the information out there without feeling overwhelmed and overcome by mother (or father) guilt. As with most things in health, balance is the key. And as with all aspects of parenting, its best to breakdown some of the healthy guidelines into bite sized achievable pieces focusing on just one or two areas at a time whilst simultaneously considering the bigger picture.
As we learn more about the COVID19 we are identifying that children are potentially carriers of the virus however are rarely exhibiting symptoms. Keeping our kids isolated is clearly what the health authorities are recommending to limit the spread. But,with these unique social distancing rules we may have children that are struggling within themselves. Government announcements and complex talk about a virus, all sounds a bit like a scary movie to our kids. So I’d like to share some tips on how best to approach things with your little ones, to keep everyone mentally healthy and happy.
The adolescent years bring the more serious side of health issues. This is where our healthy habits can form the foundations for adult life. Balance is the key and if we can instil a sense of balance in our teens, then it is easy for them to identify times when this balance becomes disrupted. They can then instigate a call to action to help themselves regain balance and overall health.