“Caring for children and supporting children with complex needs and matching complex behaviour is hard x10”, say Al Coates. He … Read More
School Transitions
If there’s one thing that’s constant, it’s change. Over time, children experience many shifts in their world, and as the … Read More
How to give a sensory story massage and add positive touch to storytime: VIDEO
Watch the video to see how to give your child a sensory story massage and add positive touch to stories … Read More
Finding Post-Adoption Support in Birmingham: 2026 Guide
If you’re here, you might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or wondering what kind of support your family needs right now. … Read More
Why does my teenager make me feel so inadequate? Advice for adoptive parents
Does your emotionally heightened teen constantly find you embarrassing, assert their independence, and make you feel like you’re getting it … Read More
Eastside Projects Exhibition – Compensare: For the Swallows We Weigh by Marley Starskey Butler
An exhibition about play therapy and building relationships Mark it in your diary! Everyone is welcome at the new Compensare: … Read More
For adoptive parents and carers: When home is a source of worry not respite
Home. Sitting in the car, engine off, in front of my house. I’m sure many can relate to the feeling … Read More
Ultimate New Year Parenting Hack: Ditch Resolutions, Embrace Self-Connection
Phew! For those of us celebrating Christmas and New Year festivities, it is over for another year. Time to take … Read More
Preparing for Christmas with an adopted teenager
Parenting any teen at Christmas can be a challenge. Rachel Staff explores some common challenges around Christmas for parents and … Read More
Navigating ‘Failure’ or ‘Regression’ after ‘Success’ as an Adoptive Parent
One step forward, two steps back… who can predict the moves of the Dance of Adoption as the challenges stack? … Read More