Make back-to-school time stress free and fun

August 15, 2007 With a new school year approaching, a little planning can help make back-to-school stress free for children and parents alike. Anticipating change can make the difference between settling in easily and experiencing distress. By preparing well ahead of the first day, parents can help reduce the stress factor while motivating their children for the transition back to school.

Before the start of the school year:

• Talk to your children about the new experience
• Listen to their excitement and their anxieties
• Visit their new classroom before school starts
• Call friends to find out who their teachers will be
• Discuss the after-school procedure- responsibilities, homework, etc.
• Find fun ways to ease the transition such as having a back-to-school party or taking pictures on the first day of school and reviewing old back-to-school pictures

For help overcoming back-to-school stress, call NewBridge today at 888-746-9333 or click here.