Why Movement Matters - A Simple Way to Boost Your Child's Wellbeing this Summer.
Jul 30, 2025If your child has been struggling with school-based anxiety, the summer holidays can offer a much-needed chance to catch your breath—and gently support their emotional reset.
In this week’s video, I explore the second of the Five Ways to Wellbeing: staying active. But this isn’t about sports clubs or bootcamps—it’s about light, low-pressure movement that helps kids feel calmer, more focused, and possibly even a little more joyful.
We’ll talk about:
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How physical activity supports mood, sleep, and confidence
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How to make it fun and flexible (even if your child isn’t sporty)
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Simple ways to build movement into your day without any pressure
It’s all about small, realistic steps that can make a big difference - ideas you can use straight away.
And if you’re looking for more information and tools to support your child with school-based anxiety, you’ll find them on my website and in my video blogs.
Is your child worried about school?
If so, download my free guide "The 12 most important things to do when your child is worried about going to school". The link is in the sidebar.
Take a look at my free three-part School Anxiety Support mini-series. It covers how to support your child with the morning routine, what support to advocate for and how to cope with your own wellbeing in challenging circumstances.
Nicky Odgers
