Mindful Kids Stratford
117 Regent St. N5A 3W2 Stratford, ON, Canada

The wait is over!! Let me introduce The Try It Kids Collective! . This collective is back & better than ever with healthy hearts, healthy minds modalities for kids to try new things from the comfort of their own home with this monthly membership opportunity!. . Amazing kid focussed businesses are ready to bring all their their fun to the Try It Kids calendar.... . If your family is ready to experience positive, wellness based activities, without over filling the family schedule or kms on the family vehicle, this is for you!. . Are you ready? Head to the link in the bio or click on over to mindfulkidsstratford.com for , , . . If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out. Maybe this is the sign you have been looking for your kiddos & family to enjoy. . See you soon!!. . . . . . . . #tryitkidscollective #community #wellnessforkids #giveback #ontario #kids #mindfulkids #healthandwellness #healthyhearts #healthyminds #families #mindfulkidsstratford See more

This very important question from me to you via #lessonslearnedinlife . . I need to know . . Which would you choose & which one do you think I would choose??.... . . . . . . #tuesdayfun #mindfulmamas #toughchoices #mindfulkidsstratford See more

Happy Holiday Monday . . . . .... . . . #mindfulness #mindfulnessforkids #canada #getoutside See more

Client appreciation . . I always find it tricky to ask for testimonials, to check in with families to see how they are enjoying their product or service from moi after a wee bit of time has passed. . It has also been hard for me not to be able see children in-person, to support them in the healthy ways with mindfulness as this lockdown continues, wondering how they all are doing, while at the same time coming up with new, innovation & interactive ways to provide virtual mind...fulness options to families when virtual isn’t really being shone in the best light a la our ministry of education & provincial government (although I have created one it’s pretty awesome over in The Try It Kids Collective ). . & then I get this out of the blue, the one that fills this heart of mine up, makes me laugh out loud & tbh, ugly cry at the same time. . Bless you families out there in the MKS community . Do know, I will keep creating, I will keep checking in & I will keep moving forward because, quite simply - I believe in kids, I believe wellness for families & I whole heartedly believe in mindfulness for you in any form . . I encourage you today to reach out to any business, coach, activity or club your child’s has or does participate in - I am quite certain they would love a hello on this beautiful day. . . . #mindfulnessforkids #mentalhealthforall #mindfulkidsstratford #tryitkidscollective #ontariocanada #truthtalk See more

The Try It Kids Collective is thrilled to welcome it's first guest! Colleen of Hoopout kw is ready to wow you with all her tricked out moves, hula hooping wellness & weave fun into your family & kids everyday lives. . Healthy hearts & healthy minds unite this Saturday @ 10am. Sign up to be an exclusive family in The Try It Kids Collective in link in the MKS fb shop. . The perk of being a member? This replay, along with all the other meets ups are available 24/7 to subscribers... in this membership. . . . #tryitkidscollective #OntarioCanada #familyfun #Healthyhearts #healthyminds See more

There is something magical, something empowering, something fulfilling.......that thing called COURAGE....... when we walk through our fears, our trepidation, our nervousness, our anxiousness with our courage.........that we find something we maybe didn't know was there before. . All that happiness, that joy, that busting at the seams heart feeling, rise from your toes "I've got this" emotion of acquiring a brand spankin new skill.........&............ it's been on the other ...side of courage just waiting for ya to discover another awesome attribute of you! . Imagine if we didn't walk with courage through our fears to try new things? We would miss out on so many bucket filling, fun, rewarding things!! . . . . . #tryitkidscollective #collectiveforyouth #ontario #happinessforkids #virtualcanbeawesome See more

Have you heard the news?. . Mindful Teens Online has some MIND BLOWING (in a mindful way of course;) changes coming down the chute for teenagers & their families. . Head to my stories to find out just what they are & how they will benefit you!.... . . . . . . #mindfulnessforteens #stressreduction #anxietyrelief #mindfulness #teenagers #mindfulkidsstratford #theworld See more

Registration is open!. . A go at their own pace, mindfulness online series that provides teens the privacy & confidentiality they deserve, right from the comfort of their own computer/device/phone. . Begins soon! Check the link in the bio for all the info.... . . . . . . . . #mindfulteens #teenagers #wellness #restyourmind #mindfulness #mindfulpractice #onlinecourse #teens #mindfulkidsstratford #stratfordontario #ontario See more

Just me, amazed yet again at how resilient kids are with virtual mindfulness & how they keep on putting those mindful tools to work every day in their everyday lives. . . . .... . . . . . #virtualmindfulness #mindfulnessforkids #lockdown2021 #wellnessforkids #kidsareresillient #mindfulnessmatters #emotionalregulation #resilience #kids #stratfordontario #ontario #mentalhealthfirst #mindfulkids #mindfulkidsstratford See more

What can we do for kids mental health & wellness during COVID? For us, being outside has been our anchor whether it be playing a sport, taking in a walk or hike or simply practising mindfulness & mindful nature while outdoors. . Keeping connected with our community has also kept us grounded with businesses such as Kind-hearted Studio as a creative outlet for the kids & The Hayle Co. as skill set for Evoke Marketing & Promotional & I. Such positive influences for entire famil...y as we navigate this time we are in. . To keep supporting #mentalhealthawareness a percentage of each registration from the now open Mindful Teens Online Series will be donated toward the #bellletstalk movement. . So get those fingers a moving whether it be texting, typing or dialling a friend, colleague or family member. Keep checking in today, tomorrow & all the bright days ahead. You got this & you also have me too, reach out to talk whenever you need to . . . . . . . . . . . . #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #bellletstalkday #mindfulnessmatters #reachout #mindfulteens #nowmorethanever #mindfulkidsstratford #stratfordontario #ontario See more

Hand up if your breathing ball has had a workout lately?. . I hope so, because it one one of the easiest, fun & visual ways for kids to notice their breath, bringing to life what breath in their body looks like & an effective way for kids to find their calm, settle their bodies & to help a more effective nights sleep. . There are many ways, games & practices to partake in with this handy mindful tool with self-awareness, relaxation & increased focus (just to name a few) as ve...ry useful benefits for children. . Want to know more? Ready to become the breathing ball expert? Book your 1:1 mindfulness session with your kiddo & join right on in for all the virtual mindful breathing ball fun!. . Link in bio. . #breathingball #mindfultools #wellnessforkids #mindfulnessmatters #mindfulnessforkids #mindfulness #findyourcalm #mindfulkids See more

Registration had re-opened for the next SIX days because........we care about the health & wellbeing of your children & having F.U.N We have made more spaces available for this now virtual TRY IT KIDS COLLECTIVE with Suntwine Yoga Kind-hearted Studio, Lorhill Farm & yours truly. DM or head to the link in the comments

The Try It Kids Collective was at it again this past weekend & we tried................mindfulness!. . Our brilliant & busy minds were the focus with yours truly leading this week along with with practises & activities on how to notice & how give our minds all much needed rest (hint: it is not indeed, sleeping; .) . As always, as much as I teach the kids, they alway in turn teach me as well............such as their amazing capability & adaptiveness to all things virtual, ...their tech savvyness when all of the sudden they started throwing me emoji responses as I chatted my way through to them, to the calm energy that was felt as our time came to a close with a mini meditation to wrap all the mindfulness goodness up. . This group has one last virtual get together with our last healthy heart, healthy mind leader to round out this Try It Kids Collective & I have a feeling it’s going to bring smiles & full hearts all around. . #tryitkidscollective #mindfulnessforkids #healthyhearts #healthyminds #wellness #mindfulnessmatters #mentalhealthwellness Suntwine Yoga @patricia.at.the.knoll Kind-hearted Studio #mindfulkids #mindfulkidsstratford #stratfordon #ontariocanada See more

Today's the day! Merry Christmas to you! . Now make someone in your household with your best joke!. . .... . . . . . . . . #merrychristmas #actsofkindness #kindnessiscontagious #mindfulnessmatters #mindfulkidsstratford #stratfordon See more

Catching the rhythm of your own mindful beat . . Finding your calm, feeling your settled, paying attention to your relaxed best. . Have yourself a mindfulness filled Sunday with your mindful tools.... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #mindfulness #mindfultools #selfcareforkids #lifeskillsforkids #emotionalregulation #mindfulnessforkids #mindfulkidsstratford #stratfordontario See more

Wishing you laughter, love & excellent wifi . . . . .... . . . . . . . #merrychristmas #stratfordon #mindfulkidsstratford See more

Here’s your Thursday reminder that you.have.got.this. . You are doing the best you have with you have been given. . Give your self permission to take a break, to rest & recharge - in whatever capacity that looks like for you, there is no wrong way.... . Treat yourself with a little something for all you have done so far throughout this wonky time of the world. . & remember to & love yourself a little more. A positive affirmation or two goes a long way to intentionally being kind to that great mind of yours. . Need a starter? I’m here for ya:. . I am awe some. I am so safe. I have got this. I love my self. . What mindful mantra would add to the list?. . . . . . . . . . . . #bekindtoyourself #loveyourselfquotes #selfcompassion #selfawareness #selflove #selflovefirst #mindfulpractice #mindfulnessmatters #presentmomentawareness #mindfulfamilies #mindfulkidsstratford #ontario See more

Yesterday we hugged, today we tell someone how we feel. . Advent Acts of Kindness 2020. . .... . . . . . . . . #love #christmas #actsofkindess #kindnessalways #mindfulnessforkids #mindfulkidsstratford #ontariocanada See more

Christmas pjs . Masks . Antlers . Smiling eyes . Mindful tools for the holidays.... . #kids #mindfulkids #mindfulnessmatters #mindfulkidsstratford #wellnessforkids #secretsuperpowers #christmaspjs #mindfultools #stratfordontario See more

Always a good one!. . Are you ready?. . Advent Advent Acts of Kindness 2020.... . . . . . . . . . #actsofkindness #hugsarethebest #mindfulkids #mindfulness #mindfulkidsstratford #stratfordontario See more

I want to take a grateful minute to acknowledge, you, the faithful adult who has parented your family for the past nine months without any prior knowledge of "how to" during a global pandemic. . To you, for opening up each weekly/monthly Mindful Kids newsletter since March and supporting the great pivot of children's mindfulness and "how to.". . To you, for seeing the value in your kiddos future, your kiddos calm, your kiddos fun, all during a time that will forever map out a...nd continue to be invaluable wherever their future takes them. . To you, the resourceful parent whom uses those same mindful tools your kiddos were excited to teach you after an in-person or virtual session, series, workshop or morning, all in the name of finding your own calm. Yes!! . To you, for going with the flow with all the new forms, waivers & screenings & being open to virtual mindfulness for your kids when/if needed. . To you.........your resilience came to light over and over again over the past nine months. It showed, you modelled it to your children. Know that they felt it & continue to feel it during this new time. The foundation of mindfulness is there, along with all their other mindful tools to use and guide them forward in the months and years to come to continue to find calm. . To you, for being part of The Mindful Kids Stratford community where, together, we will continue to pivot, learn, grow, share & train our minds with mindfulness into 2021 with all the tools for all the ages & stages your children are coming into during this next phase beginning Dec. 26/20. . Enjoy your holiday and I will be in touch with families next week with how mindfulness at Mindful Kids Stratford will look like for the month of January for The Mindful January Series, 1:1 mindfulness sessions, family sessions as well as the Try It Kids Collective. . #closedforchristmas #happyholidays #staymindful #seeyouin2021 #mindfulkidsstratford #stratfordon See more

The Series are back & better than ever!. . I am so excited to be able to bring back these hands on, interactive, use immediately in everyday life to find & feel calm mindful series for kids & tweens. . The series look a little different, the age groups look a little different & the location is way different!.... All series (& pa day's too) will take place at:. . Grassroots Yoga Stratford. 117 Regent St. Grassroots Yoga has a beautiful outdoor space & an equally beautiful, spacious indoor facility that allows for physical distancing between participants to take in all the mindful calm. . The series are new & different. I have mixed them all up & grouped together the mindful tools in a new and innovative way to support kids and tweens in navigating emotions, newness & uncertainty in this new way of life they are in. Kiddos may learn a few mindful tools that are new to them, a few that they may already know & that means they are ready to use it in a new way, ready to train their brain with a wee bit longer practise and connections for the age they are now at.......or all mindful tools may be brand new to them & that is A okay too!. . Registration is open via the Mindful Kids Stratford newsletter. Check your inbox for all the info or DM an email address & I will drop it your way!. . #mindfulkids #newnormal #bigfeelings #findyourcalm #mindfulnessforkids #mimdfulness #presentmoment #mindfultools #mindfulmoments #mindfultweens #stratfordon #mindfulkidsstratford @grassrootsyoga_stratford

Today’s challenge: . Accepted? . If so, throw one of these in the comments below & notice how making someone else smile just make you smile too.

Last call because for this series, cart closes tonight at 9pm. DM to secure your spot.

The first ever Mindful Kids October Series starts next week!. . Looking for some positive building, easy to learn, fun, interactive, use in your everyday life skills to feel calm & happy for your 5-12yr old?. . All things mindfulness just might be for your kiddo!... . Registration closes this Sunday at 9pm. Grab your spot while you still can. . #lifeskillsforkids #mindfulness #mindfulnessforchildren #feelyourcalm #findyourcalm #kids #mindfultools #mindfulkidsstratford #stratfordon #southwesternontario See more

Who’s got this? You do .

We have been blessed with sunshine all September for outdoor Pop Up! Mindfulness Classes. . As we inch so close to October, the weather inches closer to a change as well, so tonight’s last PopUp! class will be held indoors at @grassrootsyoga_stratford . . I have a few spots available if your 5-9 yr old would like to come & try a few mindful tools during this in person 30 min class.... . Registration will close at noon today for tonight’s class. Feel free to send a DM. . Enjoy your day!. . #mindfulness #mindfulnessforkids #tryitclass #mindfulkids #calm #mindfultools #mindfulkidsstratford #stratfordon See more

Becoming comfortable with who you are, things you like & feelings that you have. . That’s mindfulness. . Learning to giggle at yourself, go with the flow & gaining confidence at being that awesomely imperfect you?... . That’s mindfulness. . How do we teach kids & tweens this so it sticks? In the name of fun with games, crafts, activities, practices, mindful moments & mini mediations & fresh air here at MKS . . The all new Mindful October Series begins next week for kids & tweens & I cannot wait to begin. . #mindfulness #mindfulkids #mindfulkidscommunity #mindfulplay #mentalhealthandwellness #kids See more

This recent family session was all about a mindful tool review & a few more additions to their well established toolbox. . Mindful tools . Mindful practise . Connection to new normal .... Next steps . . Well done fam jam!. . #mindfulness #mindfulnesspractice #mindfulfamilies #mindfulkids #mindfulmoments #mindfultools #wellnessforall #mindfulkidsstratford #stratfordon See more

Improved self confidence. A new sense of self awareness. Raised self esteem. Learned self compassion. Relief from Anxiety.... Increased self regulation skills. Enhanced social skills. Refined Focus. Enriched concentration. Better sleep habits. . The benefits of mindfulness all add up to happier kids because they learn and know how to recognize & handle everyday situations & emotions independently, positively & that is very empowering for kids of all ages, making for some pretty happy kids. . #mindfulkids #happykids #benefitsofmindfulness #selfregulation #wellness #positivementalattitude #mentalhealth #selfconfidence #anxietyrelief #mindfulnessmatters #mindfulkidsstratford #stratfordontario See more

Just like sinking that three pointer, memorizing those multiplication tables or mastering tying your shoelaces so they stay tied the whole time you have them on, having mindfulness in your life & finding your calm is the same. . They are all skills. You have to work at them. Gaining skills takes practise & work, albeit it can most certainly be fun work. . It takes patience & kindness & a gentleness towards yourself.... . Because at some points along this new path your are on, it may seem like your are getting nowhere. . Sometimes the skill seems kinda out of reach & other times that skill seems like you are gaining ground. . Both are okay. Keep trying, keep practising, keep creating those new pathways in your mind, keep practising that skill. . Because your are building on it every single time & soon it will be more comfortable, soon that skill will come to you more easily & the reward, that feeling from the skill of mindfulness or any skill you are finessing is priceless. . #skills #lifeskillsforkids #mindfulnessforkids #practisemakesprogress #mindfulkids #mindfulness #newnormal2020 #mindfulnesspractice #mindfulkidsstratford #stratfordontario See more

It’s that day of the week!. . The day that tweens get to pause, unwind, relax & find calm from whatever their day brought. . All a lá PopUp! Mindfulness .... . #tweens #tweenwellness #mindfulness #mindfulnesspractice #wellness #calmyourmind #mindfulkidsstratford #stratfordontario #perthcounty #oxfordcounty #huroncounty See more

The Mindful Kids Series are back! . Easy to learn, ready to use mindfulness tools & techniques to support kiddos in finding their calm. . The big mindful toolbox has been shaken up, reorganized & new series have been created. Mindful tools have been added or paused to ensure each new series has just the right balance of the calm inducing, peaceful, positive nature needed to help our children to navigate their new normal, everyday life.... . The goal is fun, lighthearted, interactive & positive, because if it wasn’t, it won’t stick with kids as they continue to grow. . The Mindful October Series is up first, followed naturally by The Mindful November Series & a special Mindful December Make & Take Series. . Giving the tools of mindfulness, the how, the why, to feel the benefit of each technique & the connection to kids current everyday life is all part of each Mindful Kids Series. . Registration is open for these in-person series for kiddos 5-12 yrs old. . Yes parents, you read that right :) That means it is now easier & efficient for siblings to come together. No more double night driving duties for different age groups :). . Space is limited. . DM for more information or to register. . #mindfulkids #mindfulkidsstratfordcommunity #mindfultools #mindfulnessforchildren #calmforkids #mindfulnessmatters #newnornal #mindfulnessduringcovid #kidsofinstagram #mindful #mindfulkidsstratford #stratfordon #perthcountyontario #huroncountyontario #oxfordcounty See more

Mindfulness happens in many ways, shapes & forms, particularly with kids. . The first pic may look like toys, however, they are actually a whole lot of important tools that support kids in noticing feelings & how to find their calm. . Mindfulness can also look like your just laying on the grass relaxing......or even sleeping What is really happening? Practising focus & self awareness & when you feel that, it’s another way to find your calm.... . It can also come in the form of games, activities & crafts which foster the practise of concentration, self compassion & self regulation. . The benefits of mindfulness go on & on. . Stress relief because kids don’t even know stress is there, self compassion because my goodness, we all gotta cut them some slack during these pandemic these days & anxiety reprieve......kids know it’s there & can maybe feel it, but don’t know how to name it yet nor know what to do with it in a positive way. . The ways in which to bring mindfulness to kids are endless & ever changing. Once kids get comfortable with mindfulness in it’s many forms, it really is a whole lotta fun for kids too. . #mindfulkids #mindfulnessforchildren #mindfulnesstools #selfregulation #selfcompassion #anxietysupport #focusforkids #concentrationforkids #selfawarenessjourney #mindfulness #mindfulpractice #findingcalm #mindfulnessmatters #mindfulkidsstratford #stratfordon See more

Fun Friday Fact for ya . . Happy Friyay & weekend to you! . #mindfulness #mindfulnessmatters #quotes #mindfulkids #mindfulfamilies #mindfulkidsstratford #stratfordon

Practising all the mindful tools was our jam during the first ever PopUp! Mindfulness class for kids. . Self awareness, present moment, breath work, our keen sense of hearing & that amazing thinking mind were all explored during this 30 minute class. . & each kiddo got it right just for them.... . Two more classes & a few spots area open in September for this age group of 5-9yrs olds. . DM for registration details. #mindfultools #mindfulmoments #mindfulkids #mindfulnesspractice #calmforkids #outdoormindfulness #mindfulnessmeditation #mindfulnessmatters #mindfulkidsstratford #stratfordontario

It is hard to slow down. . This pandemic has shown us it’s possible, that when the world stopped doing it’s usual.......we had to shift gears & try to follow suit. . It’s tricky to slow down our bodies. We are used to constant, consistent movement. Once we bring mindfulness into our lives & have nailed down getting quiet & still with our bodies, we then begin to notice our minds are still going a mile a minute with thoughts, past experiences, future maybe’s & all the emotions... that are muddled up with it all. . Mindfulness shows us that the mind-body connection is real & strong........& once we get comfortable getting our bodies quiet & still, our minds follow suit & do the same..........and a funny thing happens. . We become aware of a whole lot more we didn’t pay attention to or know was there before. . & that’s powerful in finding ones calm. . #mindfulness #mindfulnesspractice #mindfulnessforkids #mentalhealthwellness #bigfeelings #wellbeingwednesday #mindfulnessmatters #mindful #mindfulkidsstratford #stratfordon See more

Perhaps this is fate telling you it’s time I have one spot left in tomorrow’s PopUp! Mindfulness class. Beginner or expert welcome. Dm to claim

Today’s the day, here you go. . Be brave. Be smart. Be kind.... Be happy. . Because it’s already right inside of you!. . Be okay with uncomfortable. Be okay with the new. Lean into it & feel it. Your mindful tools are always with you. . #motovationmonday #mindfulness #yougotthis #kidsofinstagram #mindfulkids #mindfulmoments #mindfulnessforchildren #mindfultweens #mindfulteens #mindfulparents #mindfultools #mindfulkidsstratford #stratfordon #southwesternontario See more

New season, new services, new normal, new world, same mindfulness . . I am happy to announce the new lineup of mindfulness from Mindful Kids Stratford, reaching near & far for kids, tweens, families & school communities with both in-person & virtual options. . Reach out & put mindfulness into your everyday life .... . #newyear #newnormal #mindfulness #mindfulnesspractice #mindfultools #mindfulnessforkids #mindfulnessforfamilies #calm #mindfulkids #mindfulschools #mindfulclassrooms #collaboration #mindfulteens #mindfultweens #mindfulnessmatters #mindfulkidsstratford #stratfordon #southwesternontario #torontoontario See more