We are living in challenging and uncertain times. The long term impact of COVID-19 is unknown. Above all, children were unable to engage with school, friends, or activities. Consequently, some children may be especially down on themselves. Maybe...
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It’s not compulsory to send your children back to school. Making that decision is hard for many parents especially given the anxiety. If you have decided to allow them to return, here are some tips and ideas on how to support the transition...
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Now, with so many of the schools closed. We are either working from home or tending to our children without child care for the foreseeable future. As the wheel of the natural order continues and new developments emerge, we will most likely, all...
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I imagine your child has returned from school and is talking about Coronavirus. The media is full of it and I imagine you are worried and concerned too. It’s hard to find the balance in situations such as these. Here are some ideas on how...
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Many parents often feel concerned that talking to your child about anxiety will make them even more anxious. However, if you don’t, they may think there is something wrong with them. I’ve worked with children who think they weird...
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Parents often ask me about free resources on anxiety. I thought I would offer you a snapshot of my favourite books, websites, and Apps that may help your child now. I always share my posts on my Facebook page. If you know any other resources that...
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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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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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It’s study and exam time. I feel for you and I am so relieved that we all survived five years of exams. Just remember you will all survive it. Here are my ideas that I helped us and some thoughts from others too. How to Help your Teen Study...
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The Easter holidays are an ideal time to practice relaxation and breathing. A time to gather and take a moment to connect, calm and just be. Here are a few simple ideas ( and free audio) you can use now to help you and your family. Let’s be...
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