Think about the best hugs you have had. Take a minute and just savour how it felt. You may think … Read More
Why do we misread faces?
Scrolling through Twitter recently I saw a discussion between parents about what to do when a child doesn’t like an … Read More
Managing After School Overwhelm
We know that many parents dread the time after school. After a busy day, picking up your child and then … Read More
Have we learnt not to touch?
Last autumn I made an important purchase. I bought the biggest, woolliest, warmest cardigan I could find. I have worn … Read More
School support for care-experienced children in England
We know that school can be especially challenging for a number of children. One group of children who commonly need … 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
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 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
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