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Category Archive

The good enough parent – Part 1

Many of the parents we support at Beacon Family Services tell us they are overwhelmed by the demands of parenting … Read More

Outdoor Play for Connection between Parent and Child

Parents are obsessed with getting their children outside… with good reason.  As a child,  I remember being told often to … Read More

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Building Wellbeing and Self-esteem in Kids: The Power of a Thoughtful Compliment

Every year, March 12th is World Compliment Day. Our therapists give advice on how to give kids authentic compliments to … Read More

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Family games for connection: Complimenting kids with the I LIKE game

Give your child thoughtful compliments with the I LIKE game This family activity involves giving your child compliments. It’s based … Read More

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Exploring acts of kindness for kids and parents

Aesop said that “no act of kindness, however small, is wasted”. When we reach out with an act of kindness, … Read More

Children’s Mental Health Week 2025 – Resources and activities for parents

The theme for Children’s Mental Health Week 2025 is “Know yourself, grow yourself” – and this is such a huge … Read More

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Why do good parents have naughty children?

Our therapists at Beacon Family Services understand that, as a good parent, you can still have a child behaving in … Read More

Stay On Track: Remain Hopeful as Adoptive Parents

As part two of a previous blog on adoptive parenting, Beacon Family Services team member and adoptive dad Pete Brindley … Read More

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Family games for connection: Outdoor treasure hunt for kids and adults

How to make an OUTDOOR TREASURE HUNT Create a list of objectives for yourself and your child to achieve whilst … Read More

Adoptive parenting blog: Holding onto hope

The adoption of a child is a totally life-changing and often challenging opportunity.  In this blog, Beacon Family Services team … Read More

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