Child directed play (CDP) is a special form of one-to-one play between you and your child in which your child directs and leads. Using CDP during these times can strengthen relationships and enhance positive interactions.
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Mindful Parenting During COVID-19
In this recorded Zoom presentation, Dr. Liliana Lengua shares ideas on staying focused on what matters most for our children and interweaves mindfulness practices that can be used in every-day interactions between parents and children to enhance parents’ effectiveness and relationships with their children.
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Resources for talking with children about race and racism
This list of webinars, websites and books support conversations in homes and classrooms about race and racism.
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Social Justice Mindfulness Resources
Mindfulness resources we recommend for supporting the inner growth and external action for social justice.
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Mindful Breathing Practices for Children
These playful breathing activities are excellent ways to introduce children to practices that strengthen their awareness.
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The Peace & Kindness Practice for Children
This practice can help children feel connected to people they love and expand their circle of compassion. We created a script for you to use when sharing with children.
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Animated Images to Inspire Deeper Breathing
We created these animated graphics so you can pause, take a deep breath and slow down.
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Information About Research Activities During COVID-19
As all of you know, Governor Inslee issued a “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” proclamation strengthening mandates already in place to encourage social distancing, a crucial measure for slowing the spread of COVID-19.
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Supporting Well-Being during the COVID-19 Crisis
This page displays our favorite resources for strengthening your resilience and connecting with children amidst the challenges associated with COVID-19.
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The Biology of Love: Synchrony and the Affiliative Brain in Health and Psychopathology
Dr. Ruth Feldman discusses several aspects of her conceptual model and research, including synchrony, the oxytocin system, the mother-infant bond and research on the paternal brain.
