Worries and fears are all part of normal child development. In my experience, anxiety can rule not only your child’s life, but it can rule your life as well. It’s sometimes hard for you to ascertain whether it’s a disorder and or just...
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The leaves are changing colors, the weather is getting cooler….yes, it’s that time of year again, the end of daylight saving. When everything was all well at sleepytime we get to get another bump in the road to mess with sleep. This time we’re...
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Finding your way through those hot and angry moments can feel as if the moment will never end. We all need support and for many children, breathing or taking a deep breath might not be enough. Here are 15 alternatives: 1. Help your children to...
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Dealing with a child in a meltdown can be so frustrating, challenging and tiring for everyone. It will come as no surprise that emotional outbursts such as tantrums and meltdowns are one of the most commons reason to attend my practice...
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Surviving our child’s big feelings is one of the most really difficult aspects of parenting. We all need support at these times. Unfortunately, the tantrum is a characteristic feature of toddlers’ lives. They normally start at the age...
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Many children dislike homework and I know you might too, it’s all those nightly battles before it’s due in the next day, exhausting!! Is homework resistance part of your termly routine? Here are my tips to help you throughout the new...
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It’s time for the return of the morning routines and the back to school season is here. Do you have that sinking feeling? Do you feel that you have to constantly nag your children to get up, remember their kit or even get out of the house...
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It’s nearly that time of year! Most of you will be in holiday mode and I am sure you do not want to think about morning school runs, lunch boxes and sleep routines. However, the next two weeks are ideal for gently returning to your sleep...
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I know every parent wants a secure, loving and joyful connection with their child. It makes everything you do worthwhile, doesn’t it! A secure connection is what makes our children co-operate. There are so many ways that you can do this...
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We look forward to the summer holidays with a mixture of feelings, don’t we? If you are a working parent, you may have to consider an activity holiday club. This is not always straightforward for a child who may be anxious in new social...
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Every parent knows that starting school is not just about buying uniforms and pens. The transition is often more to do with yours and your child’s feelings. I know it may seem early to think about this, however, it’s always good to...
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Transitions, the comings, and goings ( Attachments and Separations) are all part of life. Sometimes the changes can be sudden, distressing and anxiety provoking. I want to offer you some ideas to prepare you and your child for common transitions...
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