McDonald’s are to put 20 MILLION books into Happy Meals next month to promote literacy
McDonald’s just might become the country’s largest children’s book publisher for the month of November ! The chain, which typically offers toys in its kids meals, will package four original children’s books carrying a nutritional message Nov. 1 through Nov. 14 with its Happy Meals, the beginning of a massive children’s book push expected to […]
When Should Children Born Prematurely Start School?
It is possible and it is right for premature children to delay their start in formal education ? Here is a wonderful interview on KMFM with Jennie Edspire an inspiring Mum to three year old premature twins and a beautiful angel, Matilda Mae discussing why allowing children born prematurely to start school according to their […]
The rise of ‘Motherism’ – prejudice against stay-at-home mums.
I read with interest today about the rise in “Motherism” as new term to describe prejudice against stay at home mums! Stay-at-home mothers are increasingly facing a damaging but unspoken prejudice that assumes they are stupid, lazy and unattractive, a leading child development expert has warned. Dr Aric Sigman, a biologist and psychologist, said that what he […]
My Story of Being A Mum – what’s yours?
The first time I sat down to write my Story of Mum I was raw in grief about the door banging behind my beautiful 19 year old daughter Molly as she as she packed her cheetah print Converse, Mac Makeup and Primark Pyjamas and left home, jumping excitedly and nervously into her father’s car – […]
The power in vulnerability.
Tonight I gave a talk about my journey of being a Mum at the very wonderful Story of Mum Event in London. I turned up ready to explain my family photos and give the story behind my journey of being the Mum to Will and Molly and it turned out as soon as I looked […]
Premature children should start school a year later…… what do you think?
Today the news is full of the idea that some premature babies should start school a year late to give their brains time to develop, according to research conducted by Bristol University. The idea follows a study which found that boys and girls born early are 50 per cent more likely to fail the reading, […]
Top Tips For Encouraging Enterprising Traits In Our Children.
My friend Lorraine Allman has written a really super book bursting with practical ideas to help you develop your child’s entrepreneurial creativity. Enterprise for me is a mind-set and it starts early so whether you want to help improve the prospects for an exciting and rewarding future for your child in business, improve their future job prospects […]
As Kate & Will choose George’s Godparents – what really IS their role these days?
I was asked to discuss on BBC Radio London this morning the fact that Kate Middleton and Prince William have chosen to shun royal tradition and have instead decided to choose close school and university friends to be Prince George’s godparents. The couple are said to be planning to ask friends out of the public eye […]
Join me on LBC Radio discussing how your kids will be worse off than you !
I was on LBC Radio today discussing the fact that today’s middle-class children are on track to be the first in more than a century to be materially less well off in adulthood than their parents, a government commission is expected to warn this week. Leaked findings reveal the existence of a national trend not […]
What is Family Mediation?
I do a great deal of work with Collaborative Lawyers and Mediating Lawyers, as I believe putting your children at the heart of the divorce process is the best way to separate, regardless of what’s happened to you, or your own emotions and feelings towards your ex. That’s why I am passionate about my One […]
Have You Read – Autism Parenting Magazine ?
Here is a wonderful magazine which will give you the best information for parenting a child with Autism, useful and practical parenting tips on special education with specific tips on behavioural issues & sensory processing. http://www.autismparentingmagazine.com/
The Sue Atkins Weekly Parent Question
How can I teach my child to be more entrepreneurial in their thinking?
10 Steps to Teaching Your Kids to Become Entrepreneurs
When I go into schools, or run my 1-2-1 sessions here in my Tudor Farmhouse, I always have enormous fun getting children to walk their own Life Timeline and plan lots goals they’d like to achieve – from swimming with dolphins, to running their own business to going on holiday in Brazil. I really love playing […]
Abandonment & why some friends don’t want to take sides.
Going through a divorce is painful and brings with it soooo many upheavals from the heart wrenching process of separation, the legal complexities, moving out of your family home bursting with memories , financial burdens, childcare issues, social changes, and the list goes on. The bottom line is that divorce is an emotional experience that […]
Is your child frightened of being kidnapped after watching the News about Madeleine McCann ?
I’ve recently had two children referred to me who have a fear of being abducted or kidnapped after reading and hearing the news about Madeleine McCann. The problem with 24/7 News coverage is that it blows out of proportion the amount of bad things that can happen and children are very sensitive and can become […]