• Skip to content
  • Skip to secondary menu
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
  • Home
  • Shop ModernMom
  • Become An Insider

ModernMom

The premiere destination for moms

  • Parenting
    • Pregnancy
    • Baby
    • Kids
    • Tweens and Teens
    • ModernMom Monday Videos
  • Cooking
  • Living Healthy
    • Breast Cancer
    • Health & Fitness
    • Body after Baby
    • Beauty
    • Relationships
    • Love
  • Lifestyle
    • Crafts
    • At Home
    • Education
    • Travel
    • Pets
    • Decorate
    • Money
    • Brooke Burke
  • Celebrate
    • Holidays
      • Easter
      • Valentine’s Day
      • New Year’s
      • Christmas
      • Hanukah
      • Halloween
      • Thanksgiving
    • Birthdays
    • Parties
  • Must Have
  • Contests
  • Entertainment

Home Sick

November 10, 2010 by Wendy Irene Leave a Comment

blog post photo

Sunday Drive

This morning Big Brother came into my bedroom with a sad look on his face.  I asked him what was wrong and he said he wanted to go home.  He has been sick the past week.  I think the stress of a new place has taken a toll on him and his body too.

I firmly believe that one’s mental state plays a role in their physical health.  When we are stressed I think our body’s defences are down making us more susceptible to illness.  Although I’m not a doctor nor do I have any hard evidence, in my heart I believe this to be true.
Moving to a new area undoubtedly exposes you to new bugs and environmental conditions you are not yet adapted to.  Add in the stress of no longer attending the same school and having to make new friends, adapt to a new house, and a new home schedule, it is a lot for a pre-schooler to take in and I think it has been hard on my little guy.

One blessing is that the holidays are coming.  My son loves doing crafts and special projects.  What a better time of year than now to do that?  When he gets down about missing his old home reminding him of all the special events coming up is very helpful.  Big Brother and I went on a date over the weekend to our local Michael’s store to make a Thanksgiving pumpkin centerpiece.  Many of the events for kids at Michael’s are free, and I recommend checking your local store’s schedule if you have a craft loving kid.

In a matter of time Idaho will feel more like home to all of us.  I’m really looking forward to breaking in the holiday season soon.  I think my kids will find joy and comfort engaging in our family traditions.  Today my kids and I cut out yellow paper stars, colored them, and decorated them with stickers.  Tomorrow we plan on punching holes in the stars and hanging them in my son’s room with ribbon.  Those are the moments I think we will always remember.  The joy it brings is simply unforgettable.


blog post photo

Paper Stars

Do you have any ideas for me to help turn a child’s mood around?

Comments

comments

Filed Under: Uncategorized

About Wendy Irene

Wendy Irene is a Reiki Master, Meditation Guide, Yoga Teacher, Tree Hugger and Foodie with a passion for holistic wellness. She helps people awaken their joy and tap into their intuition. Wendy is the Founder of GiveLoveCreateHappiness.com

Reader Interactions

Primary Sidebar

Search

Tell a friend

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter
  • YouTube
ModernMom Boutique

ModernMom TV

Featured

10 Things Nobody Will Tell You About Having A Baby

After reading "20 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Had Kids," I … [Read More...] about 10 Things Nobody Will Tell You About Having A Baby

Must Have

STEM-related Toys to Include in Your Child’s Easter Basket This Year 

April has arrived which means it’s time to pull out the food … [Read More...] about STEM-related Toys to Include in Your Child’s Easter Basket This Year 

Did you know?

Best Way to Cook Boneless Shoulder Steak

The Best Way to Cook Boneless Shoulder Steak

Bake Frozen and Pre-Breaded Chicken

How to Bake Frozen and Pre-Breaded Chicken

What Will Draw Smells Out of a Closet?

What Will Draw Smells Out of a Closet?

can you get pregnant on birth control pill if you miss one day

Can You Get Pregnant on Birth Control Pill If You Miss One Day?

Baby Hair Growth

Baby Hair Growth

How Early Can an Ultrasound Detect a Fetus?

How Early Can an Ultrasound Detect a Fetus?

Child Too Big for a Toddler Bed

When Is a Child Too Big for a Toddler Bed?

Footer

  • About Us
  • Contact ModernMom
  • Advertise With Us
  • Press
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Contributors

Copyright © 2023 Modern Mom. All Rights Reserved.

Reproduction of any portion of this website only at the express permission of Mom, Inc.

The information provided on ModernMom is for educational use only. It should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.