These breathing dysfunctions can aggravate childrens health problems. In asthma, hyperventilation, hyperinflation and poor diaphragm use results in poor asthma control and increased need for medication. Children who mouth breath get more colds, allergies and ashtma and also develope speech, orthodontic or postural problems. By learning to control their breathing , children train their ability to focus and learn to self regulate their behavior and emotional state. The Healthy Breathing Healthy Child workshop teaches children a range of breathing techniques based on The Buteyko Method, Yoga and Remedial Breathing Parents are taught about diet and restoration of gut, immune and metabolic function. This workshop is most suitable for children between the ages of 5 and 13. At least one adult must attend. Its a series of 5 classes of about 90 minutes. Learning for children is facilitated with specially written music and stories. Support materials are provided for adults to assist with diet changes. On this page you can see two of the characters in the stories Magic Mouse and the Hufferpufferlump. |