Product Description
The Swan and The Mermaid (ages 3 to 6) Two peaceful stories with waves, flutes, and wind chimes that help young children (ages 3-6) relax, heal, and fall asleep. These stories developed with hospital pediatricians and child psychologists to help children cope with medical procedures, psychological problems, hospital stays, and everyday stress; and to help activate the body s natural healing process. They are appropriate for use in the home and in the hospital. The Swan and The Mermaid feature the story-telling mind-body technique that has proven effective for this age group. In these stories, children are led on peaceful adventures with a brave and comforting friend. Woven into these delightful stories are carefully researched age-appropriate mind-body techniques including guided imagery, relaxation, and healing exercises. Each story uses a slightly different narrative technique to appeal to children in different stages of development. This CD is ideal for children who: * Are sick or hospitalized * Have trouble relaxing or falling asleep. * Have siblings or parents who are sick or hospitalized. * Have ADD, ADHD, OCD, separation anxiety, depression, or panic disorder. * Are undergoing a change such as a new school, new child in the family, move, or divorce. * Are having a hard time at school. * Are traveling. * Are afraid of the dentist, doctor, the dark, nightmares... * Are suffering from PTSD after a storm or some other traumatic experience. * Are undergoing medical treatment such as surgery or chemotherapy * Suffer from asthma, IBS, or other chronic medical conditions. The compositions in both pieces were recorded at the tempo that has been proven to be the most effective at evoking the relaxation response through a scientific phenomenon known as rhythm entrainment.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 5.0 based on 8 reviews)

Love it, love it, love it by Patty L. McClung (Centennial, CO. USA)

5 Stars
November 01, 2009
I ordered this along with "Rainbows and Sunshine" for my five year old granddaughter. She loves both of them but this is her favorite. It has really helped in getting her settled in for her bedtime.

Helped 3 year calm down to sleep by KM

5 Stars
September 22, 2009
This CD really helped our 3 year old calm down at sleep time. He has a lot of energy and it's very hard for him to get to sleep. So we'd do our routine and then put this CD on while he laid in bed. It was a great sanity saver.

Very helpful by Norman B. Gross (Phoenix, AZ usa)

5 Stars
March 13, 2009
I found this to be a helpful tool for helping my daughter fall asleep. The guided story was uplifting and pleasant, and I found myself entertained by it, too. Freeman's voice is very soothing and relaxing.

I highly recommend this CD for young children! by S. Freeman

5 Stars
February 11, 2009
This CD is very soothing and relaxing. "The Mermaid" and "The Swan" are peaceful stories about a child going on adventures with a trusted friend. Woven into these charming stories are mind-body exercises for young children. The background music is very soothing, and the relaxation techniques used are the techniques that psychologists use for very young children. Children love listening to these stories and songs; they really help them relax and fall asleep. This CD is beautifully produced, and is perfect for this age group. It was reviewed by doctors (pediatricians and psychologists) to make sure that is appropriate for this age, and that it does not contain imagery that children in hospitals might be sensitive to. The narratives include scientifically-proven exercises; there has been a lot of research about the effectiveness of these mind-body exercises. I very highly recommend this CD; you will not be disappointed!

This beautiful, soothing, CD is perfect for young children; you both will love it! by Sally Libbey (LOS ANGELES,CALIFORNIA)

5 Stars
January 28, 2009
The Mermaid and the Swan is very soothing. It gives your child the feeling that he is safe and empowered. I recommend this to parents. It is a good way to help your child feel safe and empowered; like he can handle things as they come up. This is a great tool for parents with younger children.

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