Last autumn I made an important purchase. I bought the biggest, woolliest, warmest cardigan I could find. I have worn … 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, Pete Brindley, reflects further on … Read More
Parenting at the Coalface: Finding Hope and Help Through Peer Support
Sharing our experiences, struggles and challenges as a parent with someone who offers a listening ear without doubt is a … Read More
School Transitions
If there’s one thing that’s constant, it’s change. After a year and a half of massive changes brought about by … 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
Not a calm parent? Not everyone can be.
Every week we meet with parents who have been dealing with their children’s feelings of frustration, anger, helplessness, and disappointment … Read More
lumin&us – A new play-based 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
Connect for Kids – West Midlands Theraplay® group sessions for families
Does your child need extra support with social and emotional development? Book onto our FREE West Midlands group Theraplay® sessions. … Read More
Relationship First Aid for Parents and Children
CPR is a lifesaving treatment given to save lives in a medical emergency. Can we apply it to our relationships … 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