Unleashing Powerhouses: Embracing the Spirit of Self-Willed Children
Having strong-willed children can be challenging but there are lots of pros if you reframe your language & mindset around it! Here are some pros to having strong-willed children: Independence and Leadership: Strong-willed children often exhibit a strong sense of independence and leadership qualities from an early age. They are self-motivated, confident & have a […]
Britain’s schools are facing an epidemic of bad behaviour but it’s NOT all about poor parenting & screens!
Britain’s schools are facing an epidemic of bad behaviour. As a former Deputy Head & Class teacher for over 22 years I read with interest this new research. Poor behaviour seems to have worsened in recent years. A poll of 500 primary school teachers found that, since the pandemic, 84 per cent believe attention span […]
What is Emotional Freedom Technique Or “Tapping” And How Can It Help Your Parenting?
What is EFT? Emotional Freedom Technique is the new therapy for the 21st century as it is a very safe way to get rid of anxiety, stress, and feelings of guilt and overwhelm that lots of parents suffer from. It is based on tapping different Chinese meridian lines with your fingers – and you’ve probably […]
There’s a reason your child is an angel at school but turns into little devil at home. It’s called ‘after-school restraint collapse.’
There’s a reason your child is an angel at school but turns into little devil at home. It’s called ‘after-school restraint collapse.’ After a long day at school or daycare, many children totally lose it when their parents pick them up or when they get home. I’ve seen it many times as a Class Teacher. […]
The 6 P’s of Perfect Speech.
As a public speaker I often take a few minutes after a presentation to think about how it went. There are the 6 Ps of presentation skills – pace, pitch, power, pronunciation, passion and, perhaps the most powerful of all – pause. This got me pondering today about the way we speak to toddlers. 1. […]
Books for Preparing Toddlers for New Babies.
As part of my new Positive Toddler Roadmap I give lots of practical advice around how to handle a new baby with your toddler as it is a big moment in their lives – as they have to adjust to perhaps not being the centre of your world now a new baby has arrived. Here […]
The Ultimate Guide To Parenting Toddlers
In this episode: Why Do Toddlers Have Tantrums and Meltdowns and 4 BRILLIANT Tips for Handling Them! Whining, Crying, Kicking and Biting – Hacks To Help How To Survive Your Toddler’s “NO!” phase! 7 Genius Comebacks for When Your Toddler Asks ‘Why?’ All The Time 10 Potty Pointers to Make Toilet Training A Breeze? Sue […]
How Do I Stop My Child from Biting? Positive Hacks to Handle It!
In this episode: 10 Ways to STOP Guilt – The Biggest Gremlin of Parenting. The ABC of Potty Training Video Series WIN This Month’s Book Gift Bundle! ‘My Skin Your Skin’ ‘Bernie and Boatie’ and The Can Do Kid’s Journal: Discover Your Confidence Superpower! from #TheSueAtkinsBookClub
Make it Count: A Guide for Parents and Carers on Children’s Mental Health
A rather grim & growing report from Sky News has suggested that COVID-19 has created a crisis for ‘years to come’ – as lockdowns have put children under ‘unprecedented’ levels of distress Sky News is given unique access to a child and adolescent mental health trust to see first hand the crises children are facing. […]
Lauren Brown – Creator of Busy Brains Activity Packs
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Kay King Author of ‘Why Baby Loss Matters’ and Executive Director of White Ribbon Alliance UK
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Dr Gail Sinitsky – Creator of ‘Young & Mighty’ a social enterprise with a mission to nurture children’s mental health.
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Sophie Messager Author of ‘Why Postnatal Recovery Matters’
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Sue Atkins in Conversation with Nikki Saunders Author of ‘My Awesome Autism’
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Sue Atkins in Conversation with Clare Luther – Author of The Little Paws Hotel Books
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