Adoptive dad and Beacon Family Services team member, Pete Brindley, reflects on the role of dads. He invites dads to … Read More
Gut feelings and how they can help us parent
I was recently asked two questions. Firstly ‘How are you?’ and secondly ‘How do you know?’ I remembered checking the … Read More
Back to School: I need a transition map
School transitions: it’s endings and perhaps even more so, its beginnings, stir up a deep sense of foreboding and unpredictability, … Read More
What to do if you can’t cope with your child’s meltdown
You need to be out of the door immediately in order to keep everyone on track for the day and … Read More
lumin&us – A new play-based parenting app for families
Ever been in a situation where your child is struggling and you’re struggling with your child? Of course you have, … Read More
The School Report
It’s the end of yet another school year. Love them or hate them, if it hasn’t already appeared in the school … Read More
An Introduction to Project Salam
A support program for refugee families from Afghanistan, Ukraine and Syria to strengthen and maintain family relationships during their … Read More
New resources about Neurodivergence for Arabic speaking families مصادر جديدة حول التَّباين أو الاختلاف العصبي للعائلات الناطقة باللغة العربية
The families we support through Project Salam come from diverse backgrounds and experiences, and some members of their families may … Read More
How to get your kid to sleep!
Even with a good bedtime routine, night time can still be a tricky, exhausting and anxiety-inducing time for families. Some … Read More
Why you need to get the kids into a sleep routine NOW!
All parents know the importance of a good night’s sleep, yet many children and adults still aren’t getting enough of … Read More