Diaphragmatic Breathing for Children: Benefits and Impact
Controlled breathing is beneficial not only for adults but also for children.
Do you want your child to be calm, healthy, and focused?
Breathing exercises help children cope with stress, improve concentration, and achieve peaceful, healthier sleep.
Modern children live in a world full of stress — school, gadgets, a hectic pace of life. Deep "belly" breathing helps children:
Improve memory and attention. Oxygen for the brain is super energy for learning.
Focus. Synchronizing breathing with light movement can deepen attention and concentration during practice.
Fight colds and stress. A strong immune system and harmony within the body are the key gifts of deep breathing.
Reduce excessive muscle tension. Poor posture, especially in schoolchildren, leads to constant muscle tension in the back, neck, and chest. Slow, measured breathing activates the parasympathetic nervous system, helping to relax and ease tension in strained muscles.
Fall asleep faster. Many children face difficulties falling asleep due to fatigue or excitement. Practicing diaphragmatic breathing before bed helps calm the mind, relax the body, and fall asleep more quickly. A calm child means a happy child (and happy parents too!).
Balance hyperactivity. Diaphragmatic breathing helps children with increased excitability and hyperactivity. It teaches them to control their emotions and channel energy in a more peaceful direction.
Turn breathing practice into a game for your child by visualizing their breathing with the ShantyBreath "breathing paintings"!
Lead by Example
Children learn best by mimicking adults. Practice breathing exercises with your child to make them feel comfortable.
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Don`t pressure the child.
Children have short attention spans, so start with 2-3 minutes and gradually increase the time.
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Breathing exercises are not only a relaxation technique but also a tool to strengthen your child’s health and emotional well-being. Help create a healthy habit from childhood, and your child will grow up calmer, more focused, and healthier.
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Don`t pressure the child.
Children have short attention spans, so start with 2-3 minutes and gradually increase the time.
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Breathing exercises are not only a relaxation technique but also a tool to strengthen your child’s health and emotional well-being. Help create a healthy habit from childhood, and your child will grow up calmer, more focused, and healthier.