by Debbie Hopper | Sep 9, 2022 | Blog
Weighted blankets are becoming more well-known (as well as more widely available) in recent times, with many parents and professionals recommending them for the benefits they offer to children with sensory issues. But do they live up to their reputation? Let’s dive...
by Debbie Hopper | Apr 28, 2020 | Podcast
. . In Episode 41 of the Life Skills 4 Kids Podcast Deb talks about anxiety in kids with Deb’s cousin Lisa Pratt and her son Andrew Pratt. Andrew shares how he dealt with panic attacks and anxiety. In this episode they discuss: Anxiety in their family and...
by Debbie Hopper | Feb 4, 2020 | Podcast
. . In Episode 34 of the Life Skills 4 Kids Podcast Deb talks with Landy Peek from Roswell, New Mexico, in the United States. Landy is an Occupational Therapist who works with kids who need pelvic therapy and today they are discussing potty and toilet...
by Debbie Hopper | Dec 31, 2019 | Podcast
. . In this re-broadcast of episode 1 Deb will share with you the top 10 things that kids say that may indicate that they are anxious. As parents, we need to be detectives, listen closely and become aware of what our kids are saying to tell if they are...
by Debbie Hopper | Jul 9, 2019 | Podcast
. . Episode 17 of the Life Skills 4 Kids Podcast is a continuation of our conversation in Episode 16 where we are going to talk about the “Just Right Kids Model” – the kids who communicate when they are anxious, frustrated or angry. I will be explaining...