This is part of the post that was written for Edutopia.org, a website dedicated to sharing evidence- and practitioner-based learning strategies that empower teachers and parents to improve K-12 education. To read the whole article, click the link below. Mindfulness in Schools: Is mindfulness part of your classroom curriculum? Why it should be! Now more […]
Please tell me that I’m not the only one who doesn’t like flying. Flying makes me feel nauseous, and I don’t like confined spaces, which leads me to be an anxious traveler. Flying with my daughter has also added another level of anxiety, as I worry that her spirited behavior might disrupt other passengers. Let’s […]
This is an excerpt from a post that was written for Yogi Times, a lifestyle guide for the modern yogi, titled “Encouraging Children’s Creativity through Yoga.” See below for the link to the entire article. A creative mind can think critically, solve problems, and take risks. We often think of painting projects when we imagine […]
I’m excited to introduce you to Lauren and Claire, who are pediatric therapists and writers of The Inspired Treehouse blog. As many of you work as health professionals or have children who attend early intervention sessions, I asked them to share with us what they see as the benefits of yoga for kids and how […]
This post is an excerpt from a post on Multicultural Kid Blogs, a blog dedicated to raising world citizens through arts, activities, crafts, food, language, and love. See the link below to read the entire article. My daughter and I are going on a couple of trips to visit family this summer. As I prepare […]
I think one of the best Mother’s Day gifts is sleep. That gift can keep on giving if we teach our children healthy sleep habits for life. If they sleep well, then chances are, we sleep well, too. In honor of Sleep Better Month in May, I’m sharing my special bedtime ritual tip, as well […]
What is the best Mother’s Day gift? The best gift I could ask for on Mother’s Day is sleep. What I wouldn’t give for a lazy afternoon nap or to sleep in on the weekends. And I reckon that I’m not the only mom who wouldn’t love the gift of sleep for Mother’s Day. Research […]
My passion is integrating yoga for kids with story. I believe in the power of having engaging experiences by pairing reading with action. Reading can be good for our minds and bodies. This post details the benefits of yoga books for kids. What is a yoga book? A yoga book integrates yoga postures and philosophy […]
This popular morning ritual post was also published on Elephant Journal. See the link below. Since my daughter’s birth, I have been shamelessly focused on creating a bedtime ritual that helps my daughter maximize her sleep. I do this not only so I can have some time with my hubby in the evenings, but also […]
Join us for a 40-day meditation challenge! A couple of weeks ago, my husband and I finally stopped procrastinating and began to sit silently for fifteen minutes every morning. After years of talking about meditating, we officially committed after my husband (the left-brain thinker) read a research article. Then I (the right-brain feeler) attended a […]
Family, friends, food, and fun! Are you ready for the holiday season? The holiday season is a time to connect and have fun with your loved ones, but it can also be a frantic frenzy. With all the planning, preparations, and visiting, there usually isn’t a lot of time to stop and rejuvenate. That can […]
With absolute delight, I introduce you to our guest writer, Annie. Not only has Annie traveled the world, but she’s only 13-years-old! As we get ready for the holiday season, now is a great time to stop and reflect on ways to stay peaceful during our busy schedules. Learn about the yoga, meditation, community service, […]
Fall and Halloween! Fall and Halloween have been our themes over the past month. It’s been over fifteen years since I’ve lived in a place that has four distinct seasons and people celebrate Halloween. So, it’s been an extra special year while I rediscover my youth and enjoy the vibrant colors of fall and the […]
I’m still buzzing from the first ever Kids Yoga Conference this past weekend in Washington, DC! The clear message flying around the community is how happy we were to meet each other in person. It was like spending a weekend with long-lost friends. The presenters’ content was spectacular, but the connections were golden. Over three […]
Is summer really over? But it’s still warm here in New England! We had a fabulous August, with all of our family visiting from Canada. They even humored me with a photo shoot on the beach in various yoga poses (see picture below). So cute! Now for September, when it’s time to concentrate on back-to-school […]