Navigating Father’s Day When Dad Isn’t Around
Father’s Day can be a challenging time for children who don’t have a father present in their lives. Whether it’s due to loss, separation, or other circumstances, the absence of a dad can make this day particularly hard. However, with
How can parents recognise and address mental health issues in children?
Good mental health is just as important as good physical health and we all want our children to grow up happy and healthy, but unfortunately, anxiety and depression are on the rise in both adults and children. It can be
How to Encourage Children to Write
Encouraging children to write is a wonderful way to nurture creativity, communication and cognitive development. Writing is not only essential for academic success, it also allows children to express themselves, develop fine motor skills and explore their imaginations. Here’s an
Talking to children about illness and a loved one’s health
When the Princess of Wales announced her cancer diagnosis, she made it clear that she’d taken time to help her children understand what’s happening and come to terms with her illness, whilst remaining optimistic for a full recovery. When a loved
Winter Health Tips for the Family
With summer a distant memory, parents now find themselves facing the challenge of keeping their children healthy during the colder months. This time of year can bring an array of health concerns, from coughs and colds to a lack of
What is Paediatric Occupational Therapy?
The origins of occupational therapy Occupational therapy dates back to the 1700s when physicians started to challenge the lack of treatment for people who were mentally ill. The introduction of purposeful daily activities to treat patients began, but it wasn’t until
The Importance of Health and Nutrition for Kids
Did you know that it is estimated that around 10% of children in their first year of school in England are obese? With childhood obesity becoming a real global concern, the time for parents to lay the groundwork to encourage a fit and
Top Bedtime Tips for Parents
While we understand that children need an adequate amount of sleep, particularly when they have a busy school day to get through, how useful is this really to parents? When children are screaming and carrying on a 10 o’clock at night,
How to Reduce the Strain on the NHS: Promoting Health and Wellbeing through Play
Why play could be the silver bullet for the NHS As we peer into the future of the NHS on this milestone birthday, one thing becomes abundantly clear: the role of play in shaping the health and well-being of the UK
