Me-Time Massage Therapy For Kids

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Taking a little “me-time” for myself! See you back on Monday, September 16th!

“Parents: spend less time removing the mountains in your child’s life, and spend more time teaching them how to climb. You will not always be there…the mountains will.” – Unknown

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The US Surgeon General's advisory on social media and youth mental health.

Social Media and Youth Mental Health — Current Priorities of the U.S. Surgeon General This Advisory describes the current evidence on the impacts of social media on the mental health of children and adolescents.

https://www.liddlekidz.org/the-top-5-myths-of-pediatric-massage-and-touch-therapy-debunked/

The Top 5 Myths of Pediatric Massage and Touch Therapy Debunked | Liddle Kidz® Despite the growing evidence supporting Pediatric Touch Therapy, many misconceptions still circulate.

Massage provides a chance for kids bodies and minds to experience and realize that….
•anxiety can be calmed
•tense muscles can relax
•downtime without screens can he enjoyable

Massage is not some indulgent luxury, but a way to…
•slow kids down
•bring then back to the moment
•help recover from a busy week of activities
•recharge after a bad day at school
•encourage better to sleep to start the next day feeling healthy and refreshed

Mental health has become a big topic over the last decade. I see a lot of young kids dealing with issues directly and indirectly related to anxiety. I love that Jack.org empowering youth to talk about mental health issues among their peers and in their communities across Canada.
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There are lots of reasons that parents bring their kids to see me for massage; anxiety issues, sports injuries, growing pains, sleep issues, general wellness, a birthday treat, or just pure curiosity! 😊