Parenting Archives - UPower Presentations - Sara Westbrook https://upowerpresentations.com/category/parenting/ Motivational Speaker About Confidence, Respect and Resilience Fri, 26 Sep 2025 18:42:36 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Unlock Your Child’s Confidence in Seconds https://upowerpresentations.com/help-your-child-build-confidence/ https://upowerpresentations.com/help-your-child-build-confidence/#respond Wed, 17 Sep 2025 18:36:11 +0000 https://upowerpresentations.com/?p=7337 A lot of kids tell me they’re nervous to read out loud or speak in front of their class. Many feel scared, anxious, or embarrassed. You might be wondering how to help your child build confidence in these moments. One student’s experience after my presentation is a perfect example of how small actions can make […]

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]]> https://upowerpresentations.com/help-your-child-build-confidence/feed/ 0 Why Cheering Matters: Kids Notice More Than You Think https://upowerpresentations.com/why-cheering-matters/ https://upowerpresentations.com/why-cheering-matters/#respond Thu, 26 Jun 2025 00:55:58 +0000 https://upowerpresentations.com/?p=6941 This summer, the sidelines will be full. From soccer fields to baseball diamonds, basketball courts to swim meets—everywhere you look, kids will be running, jumping, skating, throwing, kicking, dancing, and giving it their all. And behind the action? Parents. Sitting. Standing. Watching. Some fully present—clapping, smiling, cheering. Others half-scrolling, half-listening, missing the moments their kids […]

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]]> https://upowerpresentations.com/why-cheering-matters/feed/ 0 How Connection and Awareness Help Kids Thrive https://upowerpresentations.com/help-kids-thrive-through-connection/ https://upowerpresentations.com/help-kids-thrive-through-connection/#respond Wed, 19 Feb 2025 02:33:49 +0000 https://upowerpresentations.com/?p=6446 As parents and those who support kids, we all want to see them thrive—not just in school, but in life. Sure, teaching curriculum and life skills is important, but what really helps kids thrive is connection and awareness. Connection builds trust, and awareness helps you see the world through a child’s eyes—their interests, emotions, and […]

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]]> https://upowerpresentations.com/help-kids-thrive-through-connection/feed/ 0 The Truth About Parenting: What Every Parent Needs to Hear https://upowerpresentations.com/parenting-through-imperfections/ https://upowerpresentations.com/parenting-through-imperfections/#respond Wed, 05 Feb 2025 22:57:57 +0000 https://upowerpresentations.com/?p=6424 When I speak with parents, I notice a common thread—a strong desire to support their children and help them thrive. They’re not chasing perfection – parenting through imperfections is something every parent experiences. They just want reassurance that they’re on the right path. And when they discover new strategies, they’re eager to learn and grow […]

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]]> https://upowerpresentations.com/parenting-through-imperfections/feed/ 0 Are We Truly Connecting with Kids About Mental Health? https://upowerpresentations.com/kids-mental-health/ https://upowerpresentations.com/kids-mental-health/#respond Wed, 22 Jan 2025 18:55:06 +0000 https://upowerpresentations.com/?p=6373 When we talk about kids’ mental health, we often focus on behaviours, challenges or strategies, but we rarely talk about one of the most important aspects—emotions. Emotions are at the heart of mental well-being, yet they’re often ignored, even though they impact our thoughts, health, mood and the choices we make. Kids often tell me […]

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]]> https://upowerpresentations.com/kids-mental-health/feed/ 0 The Power of Showing Up for Your Kids https://upowerpresentations.com/showing-up-for-kids/ https://upowerpresentations.com/showing-up-for-kids/#respond Wed, 18 Dec 2024 21:19:39 +0000 https://upowerpresentations.com/?p=6311 Ah, the joy of showing up for my child’s Christmas concert—an annual tradition filled with festive tunes, awkward choreography and priceless memories. When my son was little, he’d spot me in the crowd and wave like I was his VIP guest, sometimes mid-song. Now that he’s 12, the roles have reversed; I’m the one enthusiastically […]

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]]> https://upowerpresentations.com/showing-up-for-kids/feed/ 0 Is Your Stress Effecting Your Child’s Performance? https://upowerpresentations.com/parent-stress-effect/ Wed, 04 Dec 2024 00:22:30 +0000 https://upowerpresentations.com/?p=6256 Have you ever watched your child face a big moment—whether it’s playing in a game, performing on stage, or preparing to speak in front of their class— and found yourself more nervous than they are? The ‘parent stress effect’ can create added pressure for children, making their own nerves harder to manage.” After one of my presentations, […]

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]]> Teaching Kids the Emotional Impact of Their Actions https://upowerpresentations.com/teaching-kids-the-emotional-impact-of-their-actions/ https://upowerpresentations.com/teaching-kids-the-emotional-impact-of-their-actions/#respond Wed, 25 Sep 2024 00:03:53 +0000 https://upowerpresentations.com/?p=5906 My son was getting ready for school, but not at the pace he needed to in order to catch the bus. I started noticing a pattern – every time I reminded him to do something, he responded with, ‘I’ll do it. Just give me a minute.’ The minutes kept passing and nothing was getting done. […]

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]]> https://upowerpresentations.com/teaching-kids-the-emotional-impact-of-their-actions/feed/ 0 How Powerful is Self-Talk in Shaping a Child’s Resilience? https://upowerpresentations.com/how-powerful-is-self-talk-in-shaping-a-childs-resilience/ Thu, 18 Apr 2024 01:26:33 +0000 https://upowerpresentations.com/?p=5614 Recently, I had a conversation with my 11-year-old son about his self-talk during challenging moments—whether on the ice or in everyday life. I asked him, “What do you tell yourself when things don’t go as planned? How do you bounce back?” His response was simple yet powerful: “I tell myself, ‘I got this.’ And I […]

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]]> From Chaos to Calm: How to Nurture Self-Regulation https://upowerpresentations.com/from-chaos-to-calm-how-to-nurture-self-regulation/ Thu, 07 Mar 2024 19:48:33 +0000 https://upowerpresentations.com/?p=5448 In my role as a speaker in schools, I have the privilege of connecting with many parents and educators. From their insights and my personal experiences as a mother, I’ve come to understand that one of the most daunting challenges lies in effectively nurturing self-regulation in not only children/students but also ourselves.  Have you ever […]

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