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Dan Edensor Dan Edensor

Why Children Tell Lies

Discovering that your child has been deceitful can be incredibly frustrating for a parent. Here we explore five key reasons why children lie, and how to create a healthier and more honest relationship with your child.

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Dan Edensor Dan Edensor

Your Attachment Style

How we develop attachments affect how we interact with others and cope with our environment and our level of emotional resilience.

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Ruth Ruth

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.

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Ruth Ruth

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?

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Ruth Ruth

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.

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Ruth Edensor Ruth Edensor

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.

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