Do You Need to Mark an Ending? Saying A ‘Good Goodbye’ & Creating a Personal Ritual Helps You Move Forward
We all go through endings. Sometimes we say goodbye to friends, family, lovers, partners, jobs and to those who have died. But do you understand how to handle goodbyes with grace, compassion, and kindness? Have you ever pondered that marking an ending with a simple ritual helps you to move forward, or move on, or be […]
Top 10 Halloween Safety Tips To Make Sure EVERYONE has a good time.

Trick or treating wasn’t particular a BIG deal when my kids were growing up here in the UK and I was intrigued to be interviewed recently on BBC Radio about a Mayor in the US who has banned it! But who is Halloween for? In some towns and cities across the USA, there’s an answer […]
Magic Moment Monday

For me, living is the little things. It’s noticing the small magic moments of the everyday. I was coming out of my hotel room on holiday recently as a taxi driver was proudly finishing off waxing his black Mercedes carrier. It gleamed in the hot sun & I admired his hard work. He gave a […]
Talking to Kids About Brexit.

Dear Sue, I know this may sound a bit odd but I’ve become very anxious around Brexit. I heard you talking on talkRADIO when you were reviewing The Papers on the Julia Hartley Brewer Morning Show about this phenomena and I’d like your top tips actually. Thanks Joe Winterbottom, from Sheffield The debates about Brexit […]
I’m Really Worried About My 14-Year-Old. Sue on ‘This Morning’ answering your questions.
Worried about your 14 year old online? Here is my advice on one of my ‘This Morning’ phone- ins with Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford.
Divorce Step By Step – The Dreaded Form E – Advice Around Your Capital
I found the Form E totally daunting so I asked Neil Russell to talk me through it to help you. Looking after your children. Separation and divorce are traumatic events for families. I wrote this journal for children going through divorce as it is designed to help children express, explore and understand some of the strong emotions […]
Divorce Step By Step – The Financial Side To Things.
MONEY ! It all rather bluntly boils down to the kids and money. It’s vital that you get professional advice at this time from an independent financial advisor. Most people are really, really worried about the money side of things but good financial advice around what you are entitled to will make a HUGE difference […]
Divorce Step by Step – Ages & Stages
I have been working with two families going through the process of divorcing and what has struck me is how the news that Mummy & Daddy are separating can vary depending on the age of the children. How the news hits a 3 year old is very different to how an 11 year old understands […]
Divorce Step by Step – What to tell the people around you
In this video I talk to you about how to tell your employer that you are going through a divorce. Lots of people I work 1-2-1 with struggle with what to say and worry how it will impact on their work colleagues perception of them. Also I talk to you about talking to family and […]
Divorce Step By Step – The Legal Stuff
In this Divorce Step by Step video I talk you through the legal stuff. It’s REALLY important that you take your time to find a really good lawyer that you can relate to. It’s important to keep things out of Court if at ALL possible as it gets messy, aggressive and EXPENSIVE and the only […]
Divorce Step by Step – Avoiding Conflict
I always say to the parents that I work 1-2-1 with that ‘Divorce is a process NOT an event.’ I also say that it’s not the divorce that damages children, but the level of conflict they experience, that can have long term repercussions, even into their own adult relationships, so getting this part of the […]
Divorce Step By Step – Your Well-Being
Looking after your own health and wellbeing is absolutely crucial in being able to look after your children through this really challenging process. In this video I personally guide you through a very important aspect of the divorce process – your own personal well-being. How will a divorce affect your own health and well-being? Take […]
Divorce Step by Step: The Impact on Kids & Discipline
Separation and divorce are traumatic events for families. Under such pressure and stress your energy for putting boundaries around your kids can seem like a step too far as you are so tired, but keeping your discipline consistent can really help your children cope as it gives familiarity and structure to their lives when so […]
Divorce Step by Step – What the Children Think
In this Divorce Step By Step video I discuss the importance of what the children think as you go through the divorce process. You may be surprised about their take on events. Talking & more importantly listening and being there for your children at this time of huge change is important. I created my ‘Divorce […]
Parenting Hacks | Music ? | Disney Junior UK with Izzy Judd, Sue Atkins and Helen Skelton
Introducing music into your little one’s life can have so many positive effects. ? As well as the pure enjoyment it provides, music also teaches them skills such as discipline and language development, and can strengthen the bond between parents and children. ?? What are the favourite songs in your house? ? For lots more […]