Each one activates the vagus nerve to steady big feelings. Big feelings can surface anywhere – before a spelling test, in the supermarket queue, or when homework spirals.The seven quick
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When parents hear the term emotional dysregulation, they often imagine big feelings and big reactions—meltdowns, shouting, slammed doors. But there’s another form of dysregulation that’s far quieter, often invisible, and
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Are you feeling exhausted by your child’s constant tantrums, mood swings, or endless energy? Do they seem triggered by the smallest things, struggling to stay calm or focus? It’s easy
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As parents, we often find ourselves navigating our children’s big emotions, searching the internet, and reading countless books filled with parenting strategies. Yet, many of these techniques don’t seem to
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Being a parent to a child diagnosed with ADHD can be both rewarding and challenging, especially when it comes to ensuring they get the rest they need. Sleep issues are
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Sleep is important for children’s growth and development. But many children have trouble sleeping because of medical problems and sleep disorders. From asthma to sleep apnea, these issues can impact
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Children can experience insomnia, too, and their sleepless nights can impact the entire family. For parents, watching a child struggle to fall asleep or stay asleep can be both frustrating
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As the leaves turn golden and the air grows crisp, the rhythm of life changes. Autumn brings shorter days and longer nights, reminding us of the importance of rest and
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It’s completely normal for teenagers to experience worry or anxiety; it’s a typical part of growing up. However, many parents who come to my private practice are often surprised to
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As parents, our instinct is to protect our children from discomfort and distress. When our child expresses anxiety or fear, our immediate response is often to reassure them. We might
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It’s not uncommon for children to experience anxiety without fully understanding what they are feeling. Especially for those who are perfectionists, anxious feelings might mistakenly be accepted as a normal
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Although there is no single factor that causes anxiety, it is crucial to differentiate between typical anxiety and an anxiety disorder.in this article, I’ll outline six types of anxiety disorders
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As parents, it’s natural to worry about your children’s well-being, especially when it comes to their mental health. Anxiety is a common issue that many children face and can control
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Parenting is a remarkable and fulfilling journey, but it can bring many moments of powerlessness. This can often lead to us being triggered and a longing for inner peace can
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Parenting can be challenging, but it’s important to remember that we don’t have to be flawless all the time. During times of emotional turmoil in our children, it’s important to
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As a parent, you’ve probably experienced your fair share of emotional storms with your child. Sometimes they come out of nowhere like lightening, so dealing with tantrums, meltdowns, and anger
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I totally understand how challenging it can be when our children question our authority. It’s a common theme that many parents face in my practice. Finding the right balance in
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As a parent, you want to do everything you can to help your child. When they’re struggling, it can be heartbreaking to watch and you may feel helpless. “If you
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Often, parents reach out to me seeking guidance with their child’s sleep and anxiety problems. Sometimes, a child may need to have a parent nearby as they fall asleep, which
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It’s the Christmas season again. Time pressure, finding the perfect gifts for everyone and managing the children. It’s a highly stressful time. If the burden of making the holidays epically
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This is an updated post from last year. The leaves are changing colours, and the weather is getting cooler….. The warm weather has all lulled us this year. However, yes,
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I’ve created a collection of commonly held misconceptions and myths about anxiety to help parents comprehend and help their children. I will cover various themes and management strategies related to
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This is an updated post. I hope it helps your child settle into a club over the summer. We look forward to the summer holidays with mixed feelings, don’t we?
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This is updated for parents worried about how their child will manage the transition to school in the Autumn term. Transitions, comings, and goings (attachments and separations) are all part
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The clocks will go forward one hour on Sunday, March 26th, at 1 am. This means we all lose an hour. To remember which direction to change the clocks, there
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I remember those feelings. Adolescence is a time of intense emotions, so stress between you is inevitable. Studies have demonstrated the importance of teenagers expressing their emotions in navigating this
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I am sure you are busy making Christmas the best you can, and Christmas can be challenging. Sometimes, it is full of upsets, ruptures and deep connections. This free meditation
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