Supporting Children’s Mental Health in the Digital Age
In today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world, children grow up surrounded by digital devices, social media and online content. While this offers lots of opportunities for learning and connection, it also presents unique challenges for children’s mental health. It can feel daunting
The Healing Power of Play: Supporting Children Impacted by Traumatic Events
The recent fires in Los Angeles have left many families dealing with loss and uncertainty. For children, experiencing events like this can be especially overwhelming, often causing anxiety, fear and a loss of security. Traumatic events aren’t limited to natural
The Embarrassment of Playing with Toys – Encouraging Pre-Teens to Keep Playing
The Embarrassment of Playing with Toys - Encouraging Pre-Teens to Keep Playing Play is crucial to development well into adolescence, but as children transition into their ‘tweens’ (around 9-12 years), there is often a shift. While they may still enjoy toys
Dyspraxia in Children
Development Coordination Disorder (DCD), also known as dyspraxia, is a neurological lifelong condition affecting physical coordination. It is not related to intelligence and can affect people in various ways. Dyspraxia can cause a child to perform less well than expected
Activities for Children with ADHD
Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) often have unique play needs and preferences that can require a bit of creativity and flexibility from parents and caregivers. But by understanding these needs and providing engaging, age-appropriate activities, playtime can be
Helping Your Child Travel to School Safely on Their Own
As children grow, they naturally want more independence, and one big step is travelling to school alone. While this can be an exciting time for both parents and children, it also brings concerns about safety. But with the right preparation,
Tips for Travelling with Children with Disabilities, Both Visible and Invisible
Travelling with children always requires some extra planning and flexibility, but when your child has a disability, whether visible or invisible, it requires even more thoughtful preparation. Take a look at our tips for travelling with children with disabilities both
Teaching Children Responsibility: Organising and Packing for Holidays
Packing for a holiday. While it can seem like a bit of a chore to us adults, this task offers the perfect opportunity to teach children about planning, organising, and accountability. Involving children in the process, not only helps them
How can I teach my child about body positivity?
In today’s media-saturated world, children are bombarded with unrealistic standards of beauty that can negatively impact their perception of their bodies. These images and messages can lead to harmful comparisons and decreased self-esteem. As parents and caregivers, it’s important to
How Can I Help My Child Prepare for Puberty?
As your child approaches puberty, it marks a significant transition not just in their life, but also in your role as a parent. This development period brings many physical, emotional, and social changes that can sometimes feel overwhelming for both