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Going Back: Supporting Children as They Return to School

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In this episode, Lauren Edmunds discusses the challenges children face when transitioning back to school after the holidays.
She shares simple, practical ways parents can prepare their children for earlier mornings, new routines and increased learning demands.
By talking positively about the return to school and helping children know what to expect, parents can ease anxiety and support a calmer, more confident start to the term.
12 Jan English South Africa Education · Self-Improvement

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