Children’s Mental Health Blog
Explore recent articles from Little Otter’s child and family mental health and wellness experts.
United for Change: A Collaborative Commitment to Youth Mental Health
At Little Otter, we believe true change in youth mental health comes from sustained action. Join us this #MentalHealthActionDay to 'Dedicate One Hour to Connection.' Strong relationships enable early intervention and support well-being. Together, we can make a difference
Mental Health Activities: How to Make a Calm-Down Bottle
As we say all the time here at Little Otter, the stage for lifelong mental health is set in early childhood. In these critical early years, it’s important to support your child’s emotional, social, and mental development. Here is a therapist-approved preschool mental health activity you can do with the little ones in your family.
How to Talk About Stress with Your Child
Did you know that your stress can affect the quality of your interactions with your child? This guide will teach you how to talk to your little ones about stress and equip them with skills to help them work through life’s pressures.
4 Tips for Helping Your Child Manage Their Stress Around Standardized Testing
Is your child expressing feelings of stress or worry around upcoming standardized assessments? This article will provide you with practical strategies to help your child work through the challenges of standardized testing with confidence and resilience.
Unwind Together: 5 Guided Meditations for Families
Experience the transformative power of mindfulness with your family through these five guided meditations, designed to reduce stress and promote calmness and connection.
A Family’s Guide to Parent Specialty at Little Otter
Struggling with parenting challenges and want effective solutions? Learn how Parent Specialty at Little Otter can help. Explore personalized support and evidence-based strategies for your family's unique needs.
The Truth About Time-Out
Time-Out can be a confusing concept for parents. This article addresses common misconceptions, provides insights into its benefits for both caregivers and children, and offers guidance on implementing Time-Out in a safe and supportive manner while strengthening the parent-child relationship.
How Can I Respond to My Child’s Aggressive Tantrums?
One parent asked us about their child’s aggressive tantrums, and how to respond. Here’s advice from our team of child mental health experts.
Addressing Your Child’s Fear of the Dark
Does your child dread bedtime because they’re afraid of the dark? This article walks you through several expert-approved tips for supporting them with this common fear.
Understanding and Managing Pediatric Insomnia
Has your child been having trouble sleeping lately? Are they waking up in the middle of the night and can’t get back to sleep or making several trips to your room in the night? They could be struggling from pediatric insomnia. Learn what pediatric insomnia is, and when to seek outside support.