It's that time again, and if you have a child going back to school, or perhaps starting daycare, you can relate to how difficult this can be for some kids. It can even be difficult for some parents!
I wrote a
blog about this some time ago that I want to share since this back-to-school season comes around again every year.
Not all kids express their unease in the same way. For most, a parent's love and understanding will soothe their fears and insecurities but if your child needs some extra help, here are some suggestions.
If separation anxiety seems to be the main problem and your child is becoming clingy and weepy, a little PULSATILLA could be a big help. Try a dose or two of the 30C potency.
If nervousness is about a difficult new teacher or bullies at the school, your child might be acting angry, defiant or bossy. If that's the case, LYCOPODIUM is a good remedy to think of, especially if they often have trouble with new situations.
In other cases, GELSEMIUM can help a general feeling of malaise or illness that comes when anything that feels like an ordeal is around the corner.
Every household should have a little bottle of
Rescue Remedy on hand for times like this. It lasts indefinitely if properly stored and can be used for many of life's upsets and anxious moments...for adults too! 2 drops from the dropper bottle in a cup of water can be sipped over an hour or all day as needed. You can even put it in a water bottle to take to school - it's like a magic potion that helps you overcome all the possible scary moments of the day!
If you remember difficulties going back to school as a youngster, you might find yourself getting emotional for a few days without any reason. Try a little Rescue Remedy for yourself to help your nervous system relax and rebalance. If you are the parent of a child having a hard time
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