Arguing, fighting, and competitiveness between siblings are part of normal family life. However, constant sibling fighting is a highly emotional issue. It can negatively impact relationships all the way through to
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It’s common for children to behave “differently at home and school. It’s sometimes puzzling for my clients when they attend parents’ evenings and hear how great Stephen is when you
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2018 is coming to a close, so maybe 2019 could be the year to change your parenting habits. As we enter a new year, it is natural to think of
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The Christmas season is here. It can be fun, exciting and full of joy, but it can also be a time when you have to spend time with family, and
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I know that you want your child to be responsible and independent. Maybe, at the same time, you often feel the need to hover, supervise, control, and micromanage your children
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Nature is wise, Autumn is the season where the trees shed their leaves. They take a break from photosynthesis and prepare for winter, and live off what’s been harvested over
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Anxiety is the most common mental health condition in children. Hence, it doesn’t distinguish between age, background, or social group. Anxiety UK suggests 1 in 6 young people will experience
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I ran a sleep workshop this weekend at Rocking Horse Nursery in Newbury; the parents asked about diet. Even though research shows that a consistent bedtime routine is effective for
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It is perfectly normal for all children to go through periods where they may seem a bit shy and are anxious around strangers, or may show anxiety when they start
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Yes, it’s all about the relationship, and it makes intuitive sense that a child’s attachment style is based on the caregiving the child receives within the early years. However, I
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I receive feedback on what parents find helpful in my sessions and workshops. The science of anger and aggression is near the top. Here are some simple insights for you
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It’s the Autumn term, and for children who suffer from anxiety, it may be when you notice some big feelings. They may present as angry or oppositional before starting school.
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