Supporting Your Child’s Mental, Emotional and Social Wellbeing Through Play
Raising happy, confident and resilient children is more challenging than ever. In today’s fast-paced and often stressful world, supporting your child’s wellbeing is key to helping them navigate challenges and thrive. But how can you, as a parent, support your
How to Build Resilience in Children
In recent years, a growing number of children have been struggling with their mental health, with issues like depression, anxiety and stress becoming increasingly common. Many children are finding it hard to attend school, with some feeling so anxious that
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
Dyslexia in children
Dyslexia is a neurological condition that affects the way the brain processes written and spoken language. It is a common learning difficulty that affects many people and is probably the most common with 1 in 5 showing signs. It is
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
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,
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
Supporting my child’s move to a new school
Moving to a new school can be a significant change for children, impacting their social and emotional well-being. As a parent, you play a crucial role in helping your child navigate this transition smoothly. Here are some strategies to support your
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