Recognising Anxiety in your child
Worries and fears are all part of normal child development. Anxiety can rule your child’s life and lead your life. It’s sometimes hard to determine whether it’s a disorder or
Read moreWorries and fears are all part of normal child development. Anxiety can rule your child’s life and lead your life. It’s sometimes hard to determine whether it’s a disorder or
Read moreFinding your way through those hot and angry moments can feel like the moment will never end. We all need support; for many children, breathing or taking a deep breath
Read moreDealing with a child in a meltdown can be frustrating, challenging, and tiring. It will come as no surprise that emotional outbursts such as tantrums and meltdowns are one of
Read moreSurviving our child’s big feelings is one of the most challenging aspects of parenting. We all need support at these times. Unfortunately, a tantrum is a characteristic feature of toddlers’
Read moreMany children dislike homework, and I know you might too; it’s all those nightly battles before it’s due the next day, exhausting!! Is homework resistance part of your termly routine?
Read moreIt’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 must constantly nag your
Read moreIt’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
Read moreEvery parent wants a secure, loving, and joyful connection with their child. It makes everything you do worthwhile. A secure connection is what makes our children cooperate. There are so
Read moreEvery parent knows starting school is not just about buying uniforms and pens. The transition brings many feelings, not just theirs. I know it may seem early to think about
Read moreHelping parents and children have a good and deep night’s sleep is a passion. Most of the time, medical issues are not the sole cause of your child’s sleep issues.
Read moreTherapists like me meet with families all the time. However, you don’t have to be a therapist to implement family meetings at home. It is one of my favourite Positive
Read moreMental Health Awareness Week takes place on 13-19 May 2019. The theme from the Mental Health Foundation this year is Body Image – How we think and feel about our
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