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Boundaries & Body Autonomy

Saying no, personal space, touch, privacy and mutual respect.

Bear Girl clearly expresses a boundary while Bear Boy pauses and listens
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Body Autonomy for Kids

Help children understand that their body, comfort and personal boundaries deserve respect.

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Teaching Boundaries & Consent

Practise asking, listening and responding when someone expresses a limit or changes their mind.

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A Bear child waves goodbye while her parents calmly respect her choice
Boundaries & Body Autonomy · Story

When your child doesn’t want to hug goodbye

A gentler way to hold affection and body autonomy in the same moment.

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