My son always loved books and always had his nose in a book when he was young but around the age of 9 he lost a bit of interest in his reading books and started to enjoy comics. As a former Deputy Head I knew it was probably a phase so I didn’t make […]
I was recently interviewed by Littlewoods about the pressure families find themselves in to buy the ‘latest’ fashion item for their children. I believe kids get their values from you as you are their first role model – so how to talk about clothes, hairstyles and brands influences how your child talks and thinks about […]
As you know I am working with 3 wonderful families from the award winning daytime flagship show ‘This Morning’ and here is the email that Alison sent into the show asking for help around SLEEP or lack of it ! I’m sorry I can’t put the video footage up yet as we are trying to get permission […]
Well, I’ve just been invited to chat with the legendary broadcaster Tony Blackburn on BBC Berkshire about the latest government suggestion that parents should send their children to school if they are ill with colds because too many pupils are missing lessons when they are mildly unwell. Now as a former Deputy Head and class teacher […]
I’m always fascinated by all areas of raising happy, confident children so I read with interest this article from http://www.commonwealth.com/RepSiteContent/abcs_of_finance.htm about introducing sound financial habits at an early age, as you’ll give your child a head start on the path to becoming an informed investor. I know my own children have learnt their money habits […]
Losing the plot ! We all do it …. throw a parent tantrum that just seems to erupt like a volcano out of nowhere. So what can you do this week to notice when you are getting wound up, stressed out and beginning to lose the plot? Take some time this week to ponder 3 […]
Today I have a personal 1-2-1 Confidence Class in my practice at home with a lovely boy who has been diagnosed as having Semantic Pragmatic Disorder. For those of you unfamiliar with it here’s a personal account from the helpful website Hi2u that offers a range of helpful advice , information and articles on ADHD, Autism, Asperger’s […]
I’ve been asked to comment on this latest survey on BBC Radio Sheffield, BBC Radio Coventry and BBC Radio Three Counties today about the latest research showing that fewer than one in ten of today’s children have played in a wild place compared to half of their parents’ generation. So the National Trust decided […]
Today I’m DELIGHTED to tell you that the very lovely couple I have been coaching for ITV This Morning have told me that Abbie has made a break through with my Easy Button Technique and has overcome her fears with some of my tips. Sue Porter has just sent me this email “With regards to the wonderful progress […]
I read with growing dismay about a survey today suggesting that UK parents are suffering a crisis of confidence when it comes to playing with their children. Almost half of 2,000 parents questioned said they would welcome expert help on how to play. Some 13% felt anxious about play, while 17% admitted buying toys and […]
Here’s a story from my never ending notebook and everlasting coloured pencil The Bus Stop Dilemma The question is, how long do you stand at the bus stop? You’ve been here awhile now, standing in the rain, gazing hopefully down the road. The first few minutes were alright – you used the time to text […]
I’ve just been talking on BBC Radio Sheffield about being a taxi service for our kids – as apparently we drive the equivalent of a trip to Mars each week ferrying children about ! It’s quite apt too at the moment as my 17 year old daughter is learning to drive so my days as a […]
I was delighted and very honoured to have been a part of the Tesco Magazine survey around 21st Century parenting concerns. Read here the conversation, concerns and thoughts of Jane Hopkins MBE founder of www.mumsclub.co.uk , Jane Moore writer and broadcaster, Melinda Sealy Fargo blogger of http://www.hermelness.com/good-bloggers-common/ and mum of four and yours truly in the […]
I read a really interesting article from uKnowKids Parenting Blog that I thought I would pass on to you if your kids are blogging – like mine are 🙂 My son writes a cricketing blog and my daughter writes a photography blog and for many teens blogs are a really wonderfully creative outlet and a […]
Dear Sue My toddler has learnt how to play my husband and myself against each other in order to get what she wants. Our relationship is suffering as a result. Help! ~ Lauren, from Harrow It’s all about being clear and confident in what you think are your house rules. Grab a cup of coffee […]
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