We may not all be the party animals we once were now we have kids in tow, but that certainly doesn’t mean we have to miss out on all the fun. Here’s a list of some calm and mindful ways to bring in the New Year as a family. Make resolutions as a family Sit…
Can these words change someone’s life?
I think sometimes we are afraid to tell people we love them, that we appreciate them and that we care . But little children are great at this, my daughter once told me my elbow was my ‘best bit’. I’ll never forget it, she genuinely meant it, she looked at my elbow in awe, like…
Talking to your child about mental health
Having good mental health is a key part of overall wellbeing for children (and adults alike). I’ve been talking to children about mental health at work this week. When I asked children what mental health was, most children referred to it as someone being ‘crazy’, ‘nutty’ or ‘unwell’. They were shocked to hear that we…
Try this sweet trick to calm your child
After getting in from school one day my daughter started to get a little bit upset about something; she began to cry and looked very cross. I know that when she usually gets upset like this, there’s something on her mind. So, I put my hand on her heart and just held it there. I…
Parenting a ‘shy’ child
We had a very magical day yesterday (on The Polar Express). I’ve never (ever) seen my daughter so excited; I literally thought she might burst as we waited on the platform in our pyjamas and dressing gowns. (Before I go on, this is a really long post, but I feel it’s really important and something…