What are Some Effective Deep Breathing Techniques for Children?
Balloon Breathing: Ask the child to imagine their belly is a balloon. They should inhale to fill the balloon and exhale to deflate it. 4-7-8 Breathing: The child inhales for 4 counts, holds their breath for 7 counts, and exhales for 8 counts. Rainbow Breathing: The child traces the shape of a rainbow in the air while taking deep breaths in and out. Star Breathing: The child traces a star shape with their finger, inhaling on the upward lines and exhaling on the downward lines.