Why Empathy is more effective than Sympathy
There is such a fine line between sympathy and empathy. However, using empathy in your parenting fosters closeness and connection. Isn’t that what we all want, especially in January! Empathy
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The Importance of Positive Discipline in Parenting
Boundaries and limits are essential in parenting. Limits may feel restrictive from a child’s perspective, but they are also like gates, keeping them safe and teaching self-control and discipline. And
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2020 & New Years Intentions
2019 is coming to a close, and 2020 is nearly here. How many of you reached your goals within your parenting and beyond in 2019? If you’re like 92% of
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Free Anxiety Resources
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.
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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
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15 ideas to Calm those Angry Moments
Finding 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
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Understanding and Managing Meltdowns
Dealing 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
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Surviving and understanding Tantrums
Surviving 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’
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Managing Homework Resistance
Many 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?
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Transform Your Morning Routine
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 must constantly nag your
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Back to School Sleep Ideas
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
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Strengthen Your Connection With Your Child
Every 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
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