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How Happy Families Argue
Everyone needs to learn to express themselves in a way that does not diminish the other person's well-being. Here are 10 ways families can argue well, or badly.
Why Time-Out Is Outdated: What to Do Instead When Your Child Is Struggling
If you've ever used time-out or the naughty step and wondered whether there's a better way to respond to challenging behaviour, you're not the only one. Discover why traditional time-out may not work for every child and how Quiet Time can help children calm, feel supported and develop emotional skills.
When Parents Shut Down: The Hidden Damage of Stonewalling at Home
Do you shut down or walk away when conflict with your child becomes too much? Discover the difference between taking space and stonewalling, and learn practical ways to calm yourself, reconnect and repair.
End Power Struggles and And Angry Outbursts
As a parent, we all want to get along with our children, but let's face it, it can be challenging. Find the right thing to say when emotions are high and we feel overwhelmed.
Your Attachment Style
How we develop attachments affect how we interact with others and cope with our environment and our level of emotional resilience.
What Children Need From Their Parents
It’s not about fancy holidays, the latest gadgets, designer clothes, or material possessions. Every child needs a heartfelt, loving connection with their parents.
Teaching Values Over Goals
Concerned about your child's lack of motivation, drive and enthusiasm for life? This blog will resonate with you. We look at the positive power of value-focused living and its impact on children's well-being and success.
The Hidden Fawn Response
Many of us are familiar with the 'Fight, Flight, or Freeze' reactions to stress. Another response to stress is the 'Fawn' response. What is it? Why does it happen? How does it affect our children's behaviour?
Dealing With Bullies
Bullying is a topic of concern for many parents. Although we can't change other people's behaviour, we can proactively help our children by giving them the life skills they need to protect themselves from harm.
School Drop-Off Tears?
Struggling with school drop-off tears? Get real, expert advice on settling your child into school or nursery. Practical tips for first-day nerves, separation anxiety at drop-off, and when it's more than just settling in.
When Families Sweep Problems Under The Rug
Have you ever noticed how easy it can be to brush problems under the rug and pretend nothing happened after an argument, a disagreement, or even a stressful family event like separation or divorce?
How To Build Resilience In Children
Would you like to see your child cope better with life's ups and downs? Do you want them to feel less stressed, be able to bounce back, and learn from difficult situations? They might need help building up their resilience.