Reassurance may seem helpful when your child is anxious, but it can actually make anxiety worse over time. Learn how reassurance cycles work and what to do instead.

Anxiety in children doesn’t always look like worry. It can show up as irritability, stomachaches, avoidance, or constant reassurance-seeking. Learn the common signs of anxiety in kids and when it may be helpful to seek support.

From the outside, you may look calm and capable — but internally, your mind never fully rests. High-functioning postpartum anxiety often goes unnoticed because it doesn’t look dramatic. This article explores the subtle signs and when support can help.