The start of a new school year can be both exciting and anxiety-producing for children of all ages. In this episode, Maribeth Henry, M.A. LMFT, encourages parents to prepare their children for the school year ahead now. Pre-loading children's brains - talking to them about what they'll need to do to get ready for school each morning, what the drop-off plan will be, what to expect at school, and any fears they have - will help prepare children for what is coming and help them manage their discomfort.

If you find this episode helpful, we also recommend two other mini episodes Maribeth recorded this summer: 

Helping Children Develop a Growth Mindset

Parenting Strategies for Managing Separation Anxiety