Often transition times can be the moments in parenting when conflict arises. Your stress response can get triggered when you need to leave the house in a hurry to be on time for school, or are exhausted after a long day and wish the kids would just go to bed […]
Bringing the outside in In Reggio Emilia Education there is a recognition that children interact with the environment almost as if it were a living being. Their classrooms are filled with natural light, plants, little jars of tempting objects, placed to enhance the child’s natural curiosity. The curriculum is not […]
How do we get the balance right as parents? If the way you were parented was overly strict, critical or harsh your impulse might be to give your children all of the gentleness, care and praise you longed for but didn’t receive. It is true that children need unconditional love […]
We all lose control occasionally. There have been times when I felt stressed and under supported and ended up raising my voice or using an unkind tone. Sometimes parenting can push us to those edges. I remember a time when a cup of orange juice was spilled over a meal […]
Solo Parenting for Adventurous Souls I have been parenting solo for over a decade now. I think the biggest factor which has made this possible and enjoyable for me is community. I have over the years found creative ways to get support and provide my son with a rich variety […]
How to recognise anxiety Anxiety is a natural response to a feeling of danger or threat however sometimes these feelings can be pervasive and impact our ability to enjoy life, build relationships or try new experiences. If you are watching your child suffer from anxiety it can be heartbreaking, sadly […]
We all have difficult moments I remember feeling grumpy about something while carrying my then four year old down the stairs, “are you having a difficult moment mum”, he said. He was so spot on. We both laughed so much we almost fell down the stairs! What a lovely way […]
It is inevitable that parenting will include difficult moments. Here are some tips to help those moments to pass more peacefully. When we practice these steps we are supporting our children to learn skills which will help them for life and lay the foundations for resilience. It will be your […]
Does the balance feel right for you and your child? Devices can offer many things; entertainment, social interaction, they can be sources of information, organisational tools and ways to access new experiences. However, they are not always good for us… 5 Ways to know if your child’s screen use is […]
When I first started on my journey towards a greater sense in inner peace and happiness I found Louise Hay’s book, “You Can Heal Your Life”, extremely helpful – practicing the mantra “I approve of myself” until the words felt right and familiar. My twenties had been characterised by a […]
