We don\u2019t know about you, but there was something so exciting about seeing the kids skip out the door to school on Monday (and not just because it meant homeschooling was done)!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It was exciting to see them get back to normal, get back to school and see all their friends but as they return to normal after a long lockdown, they might be feeling anxious, scared and maybe even reluctant to return to school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But don\u2019t worry if that is the case, because thanks to Kip McGrath Education Centre, Umina Beach, we have found some tips which will help make that transition a little bit easier as part of National Children’s Week<\/a>, which is happening right now! <\/p>\n\n\n\n The experts at Relationships NSW<\/a> recommend that as you and your child transition back into face-to-face learning you make a plan! This will help reduce anxiety and stress for both you and your child. Experts recommend allowing time for play, relaxation and homework plus those pesky chores as well as reimplementing routines outside of school like dinner and bedtimes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n After lockdown, we know just how important it is to stay connected with family and friends so experts recommend doing just that! Make sure your child is connecting with the people who matter in their lives. It\u2019s easy to forget but remind your child (and yourself) that everyone is going through the same experience and others may be feeling the same way so it can help to talk about it together and support each other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Everyone is at a different point in the transition back into school life so make sure you are kind to yourself and your child and take your time with the transition back into school. Some kids might bounce into the school routine effortlessly while others can take longer to readjust to face-to-face learning again so make sure you are taking it all at your own pace!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mental health is important, and so is your child\u2019s physical health so make sure you\u2019ve got a balance! According to Education NSW, eating a healthy balance of food throughout the day and drinking water will help to improve your child\u2019s mood, help with concentration, boost your child\u2019s energy level and support your general health. Oh, and don\u2019t skip breakfast because it is the most important food of the day!<\/p>\n\n\n\n This article has been sponsored by Kip McGrath Education Centre, Umina Beach<\/em><\/a><\/em> as part of National Children’s Health Week. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Listen via the Star 104.5 Player, download it now via the <\/em>App Store<\/em><\/a> or <\/em>Google Play<\/em><\/a> and take Star 104.5 wherever you go.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n WATCH: Wake up with a laugh and join <\/em><\/strong>Rabbit & Sarah for Breakfast<\/em><\/strong><\/a>, weekdays, 6am-9am.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n
Plan, Plan, Plan: <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Stay Connected With Family & Friends: <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Don\u2019t Neglect Your Child\u2019s Physical Health: <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n