QUIET SPACES

If you are looking for some simple relaxation techniques for children, then this is the perfect CD for you. A selection of calming meditations to encourage deep rest and reassurance.HOW TO USE THIS CD AT HOMEBefore SchoolThis is often one of the most stressful times in the day. If you could introduce just 2 mins relaxation, it will help set your child on the right track, for a relaxed and positive day.1. As your child is waking put on one track from the CD and allow them to have a few moments relaxation before they rise.2. Find time to sit together as a family for 3 mins on the sofa and share a quick relaxation together. This will help your child feel safe and secure.3. You may like to pick a Star Card or a Mood Card together and share a positive thought for the day. This would take less than a minute and is very unifying.4. Children could listen to a CD on their headphones on the way to school in the car.5. If your child appears to be particularly nervous or anxious, allow them to pick a Star Card to help give them courage and strength. 6. Practice breathing exercises together. Take in a deep breath into the tummy and breathe out slowly. This is a simple exercise and can be done on the way to school, in the car or walking.After School1. You might like to build a short relaxation session into the home routine after school. Include a snack and the promise of their favourite game or tv show and children are more likely to cooperate.2. You could put on the Relax Kids DVD and allow children to watch a 3 mins meditation before or after their favourite TV show. Tell children it is only 3 mins so they know what to expect.3. You could chat about the day over tea or dinner with the whole family. Discuss how the children and parents remembered their positive Star Card or kept their positive mood.4. Practice a simple yoga stretch together to relieve the stress of the day.5. Offer your child a massage or encourage siblings to massage each other shoulders.6. 3 mins relaxation before homework, will calm your child, bring clarity and concentration and set the mood for study.At bedtime1. Ask your child to lie on their back with their arms by their side and feet and ankles relaxed2. Play the CD at a comfortable volume3. Let your child know before playing the track that it is 3 4 mins so they know what to expect.4. Gently resist the urge to be drawn into conversation while the track plays. 5. Be patient there may be giggles and fidgets and talking. This is normal as it is a new experience. Continue to model 6. Let the tracks continue if you find that your child is comfortable and relaxed7. When they are ready, they will naturally move to their favourite sleeping position and drift off to sleep8. It is a good idea to start on a different track each nightCaution If using headphones Your child WILL fall asleep while listening. Remove headphones as soon as possible or remain close to supervise any cords.Tracks01 Soft Bed 02 Floating 03 Stretch04 Sinking05 Bubbles 06 Melting07 Recharging08 Elastic Band09 Robot 10 Quiet Space11 Big Squeeze12 Balloon 13 Lighthouse14 Warm Bath15 Cloud16 Shower Of LightAge 3 years plus All CDs come beautifully packaged in a full colour 8 page cardboard pull out digi pack.