Bluegrass Behavioral Services for Children

11/10/2025

Here is your daily dose of happiness and maybe it will give you pause in your moments of frustration. Yay for being a kid!

Children have a special way of reminding us what truly matters. When my daughter excitedly shouted, “Look, Dad, I have a twin!” at the grocery store, she taught me a simple but profound truth: seeing the world through a child’s eyes makes everything a little brighter.

In her world, friendship isn’t defined by differences; it’s about shared moments of joy—like wearing matching unicorn shirts. She saw only the beauty in a moment of connection, reminding us that kindness, innocence, and unity come naturally when we aren’t burdened by preconceived notions.

If we could all look at the world through that lens, perhaps we’d find more reasons to connect than to divide. A child’s heart doesn’t see surface or circumstance; it just sees the simple good in everything. This is the kind of pure joy we could all benefit from. 🌈👧

11/06/2025

When kids act out, it's often their way of communicating that they have an unmet need or are struggling with big emotions they can't yet express with words. Instead of viewing their behavior as "bad," it's more helpful to see it as a message or a sign of what they need, whether it's for help with a feeling, a change in their environment, or to feel a sense of security. By understanding the underlying message, adults can respond with compassion and guide children toward healthier ways of expressing themselves.

Which behavior are you seeing most right now? (1-5) ❤️

11/02/2025

Just a friendly reminder to set your clocks back an hour tonight! ⏰

Daylight Savings Time ends, and while we are sure your pastor would love to see your smiling faces early, you might as well enjoy that extra hour of sleep before church tomorrow. 😜🙏

10/30/2025

Anger isn’t always about being “difficult.” Often, it’s fear, exhaustion, or even sadness showing up in disguise. If you find yourself or your child snapping at the little things, it is likely not the anger that needs attention, maybe it’s the pain underneath.

10/30/2025

Grandparents can play a very important role in the development of your child. A close relationship with grandparents is crucial for a preschooler's development, providing emotional security, improved social skills, and a strong sense of identity and family history. This bond fosters confidence, provides support during stress, and helps children develop important life skills and values through love, guidance, and storytelling.

10/29/2025

Here is a fun, new maker space in the Peddlers Mall area near Rack Room Shoes!

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Sundays are now Family Vision Day! Gather your family and and create your own family vision board.

Book your space now:
https://sparkys-tinkery.com/products/vision-board

The cost is "name your own price" to make this accessible for all. Please message us if you need other time slots.

10/23/2025

Using the word “and” instead of “but” is a skill. It is something that can be practiced and strengthened, by intentionally replacing “but” with “and” when you talk to yourself and others. A quick way to remember the helpfulness of using “and” vs. “but” is through the phrase “Get off your buts.”🍑😊

When we use “but,” we naturally focus on whatever followed the “but” and tend to ignore the first part of our experience. “But” can discount, exclude, dismiss, negate, or cancel what precedes it. In the example, “I know you want to play, but it's time for bed,” the focus lands on the undesirable outcome of bedtime and discounts the idea and want to play.

By rephrasing with "and," you are able to acknowledge the want while also addressing what is necessary. ❤️

10/21/2025

Human interaction is essential for your children to properly develop behavioral characteristics. Technology can feel like an easy substitute for occupying time but it should be an alternative not a substitute. Consider face-to-face time over Facetime and time in your lap over a laptop😉 ❤️

10/19/2025

Discipline isn’t about perfection, it’s about connection and repair. When we lose our temper while attempting to correct a behavior or result and choose to start over, we’re teaching emotional regulation in real time.

Apologizing or resetting doesn’t undermine authority, it strengthens trust. Children learn self-control by watching us take responsibility for our own emotions.🌱

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10/17/2025

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and a key focus is on the impact of domestic violence on children, recognizing them as survivors who can experience negative effects like anxiety and depression.

Far too many children are living in homes where domestic violence exists. This book by Julie Federico contains a lesson that all children should learn, that we all feel anger but that there are healthy ways to let it out, and domestic violence is not okay.

True emotional intelligence is something recognized and respected but rarely taught and discussed, even among adults. "Anger Is Okay, Violence Is NOT" engages children in a safe, non-threatening exploration of complicated, often-frightening feelings.

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10/15/2025

This highlights a crucial aspect of parenting that can have a lasting impact on children's lives. Kids don’t just listen to what we say, they feel who we are. When parents choose to heal, it breaks generational cycles.

The peace they create inside themselves becomes the emotional safety their children grow up knowing as normal.👩‍❤️‍👨❤️💛❤️ ❤️

10/08/2025

Biting is communication, not misbehavior. Toddlers often bite because they can’t yet express big feelings with words. With gentle guidance and time, they will learn better ways to cope. Every reminder, every calm response, every “teeth are for eating” moment counts.

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