How to Be Present with Your Kids Despite Trauma and Life’s Demands

June 21, 2023.Reading time 3 minutes.

Being fully present with our kids is crucial for their emotional and mental well-being, as well as our own. However, past traumas and mental health struggles can make it difficult to be fully present with our children. In this blog post, we’ll explore some practical tips for being present with your kids despite trauma and life’s demands. By prioritizing intentional time, seeking professional help, practicing mindfulness, letting go of guilt, and prioritizing self-care, we can create meaningful connections that will last a lifetime.

Teaching Kids Mindfulness with Sesame Street and Headspace: Play 123 Freeze with Elmo in Monster Meditation #6

June 24, 2020.Reading time 1 minute.

In partnership with Headspace, Sesame Street has launched “Monster Meditation,” a series of animated shorts that help children develop essential life skills such as mindfulness, compassion, and kindness. In the sixth episode, Elmo and Mr. Andy play 123 Freeze, a fun game that helps kids learn coping skills for disappointment. Check out the child-friendly Sesame Street website for more videos and games to support preschoolers’ emotional intelligence and mental health during these challenging times.

About the Blog

Welcome to Cats in the Cradle Blog! My name is Elizabeth Brooks, and I am a single mom to two daughters, Althea and Cordelia Kelley. Through a dream and a calling from the Lord, I felt led to start this blog about intentional parenting and being present with our kids. Proverbs 31 speaks to the importance of seeking God's wisdom and direction in all aspects of our lives, including parenting. As we prioritize our relationship with God and seek His face, He will guide us in our parenting journey and help us to be intentional and present with our children. On this blog, you will find tips, reflections, and reviews on products to help you be intentional with your children and your relationship with Christ. Thank you for visiting!