May is Mental Health Awareness Month. It’s a good time for parents and children to focus on staying positive and to practice techniques that benefit their mental health. Now in the age of COVID-19, children’s mental health awareness has never been more important. I have been thinking a lot about my own kids and how quarantine has affected them. (more…)
[Sacramento, Calif.] – In an effort to help children in local hospitals, the Magical Order of Brave Knights is inviting local residents to participate in our Be Brave donation drive. To participate, we are encouraging supporters to purchase a Brave Knights Kit on behalf of a child in one of our regional hospitals. For every kit that is purchased, we will donate an additional kit to children in need. (more…)
When is the last time you had a good night’s sleep? The answer to this question might be hard to remember, especially if you are a parent that has a child suffering from separation anxiety at bedtime. Anxiety is very common in America. In fact, According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, 1 in 8 children in America experiences some type of anxiety. This usually manifests itself during bedtime. Sleep disturbances are a common symptom of anxiety. Even children who are not usually anxious can experience the fear of separation. (more…)
Are you a parent that could really use a good night’s rest? When you become a parent, there are a lot of things you have to give up. However, sleep is something that you shouldn’t have to sacrifice. The truth is that losing sleep can have a profound effect on your health. This is especially true if you start to become sleep deprived. Sleep deprivation can cause health issues, such as stroke and cardiovascular disease. Try out these sleep deprivation solutions so that you can get the sleep you deserve! (more…)
Autism and separation anxiety often go hand-in-hand. Anxiety is something that affects 1 in 3 children with and without autism according to the CDC. However, children with ASD or Autism Spectrum Disorder have some difficulty verbalizing what they are feeling. Some children with ASD are nonverbal, and others who are verbal may still have some difficulty expressing what is causing them distress. This can make bedtime one of the most difficult times for children with autism and separation anxiety. (more…)
Often when children are trying to get used to sleeping on their own, it can be a rough start. They feel the safest when they are with their parents. It’s very common for young children to experience sleep anxiety, especially as they are transitioning to sleeping on their own. You might find that during this transition, they can get really agitated when you try to place them in their own beds. I started the Magical Order of Brave Knights because I was experiencing sleepless nights all the time. But, we created something that helped our son feel safe. Is your child afraid to sleep alone? Here’s how the Brave Knights Kit can help:
What is the Brave Knights Kit?
Sir William’s Brave Knights Kit includes Sir William the Bear (12 inches tall), Magical Order of Brave Knights Storybook (hardcover, 32 pages, professionally illustrated) and our Projecting Flashlight (with eight images). The kit is designed to help give your child peace of mind so they can enjoy a good night’s rest.
How does it work?
All 3 elements of the kit work together to give kids the confidence they need to conquer their fears. Is your child afraid to sleep alone? Sir William the Brave Knight can help. He is someone your child can give their worries to. When you tell your child that he can protect them, their worried thoughts are replaced with happy ones. With Sir William the Brave Knight they can learn to conquer their fears!
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Don’t let sleep be a thing of the past! If your child is afraid to sleep alone, then we can help. Buy a Brave Knights Kit and give your child peace of mind.