I think it’s time you patted yourself on the back !
I’ve just finished filming 6 hours of footage for a potential new series for Channel 4 and one thing that they seemed to like, was my idea of writing down what you get right as a parent and what goes WELL each day. We are all very good at beating ourselves up over what we […]
The Power of Choice
Would you like your kids to cooperate easily, effortlessly and without shouting? Would you like to stop the daily battles? Would you like to teach your kids valuable life skills while developing their independence? If the answer is “yes” then read on ! I have just written an article for National Family Week’s Fun Magazine […]
Helping children feel nurtured, supported and heard through divorce,separation and break up.
Divorce is stressful for parents and children alike and although reactions will depend on a child’s age, temperament, and the circumstances surrounding the split, many children feel sad, frustrated, angry, and anxious — and it’s not uncommon for them to become naughty at home or at school because of those feelings. Fortunately, you can help […]
The Sue Atkins Wednesday Story
Here’s your Wednesday Story from my never-ending notebook and everlasting coloured pencil! Once a upon a time there was a person – and this person was a water carrier. She carried pots, two pots to be exact, across her shoulders, on a pole. One of the pots had a crack in it. The other was […]
The Sue Atkins Weekly Parent Coaching Question
What’s going on right now that tells you that you have a problem or an issue with your kids at the moment? What have you done so far to improve things? What sort of obstacles have you met along the way? What small changes could YOU make this week to move things forward a little? What’s […]
The Sue Atkins Inspiring Sunday Saying
“All of us have moments in out lives that test our courage. Taking children into a house with a white carpet is one of them. “ ~Erma Bombeck Download your copy of Sue’s Ebook How to give your kids the gift of self-esteem by clicking here About the author Sue Atkins is a […]
My poor father-in-law who fell off the hospital bed.
My lovely 82 year old father -in-law came to stay today and has been battling the trauma and shock of going in for an operation on his prostrate and falling off the bed in the recovery room, due to negligence of the hospital. They forgot to put up the side bars on the bed while […]
Gritty realism after the 9pm watershed is one thing but harrowing and insensitive sensationalism in family viewing time is not.
I was having a cupcake and a chat with my 16 year old daughter in the new local coffee shop in Lingfield when this article caught our eye in The Daily Express about the highly controversial story line in Eastenders on BBC1 about cot death, bereavement, mental illness and post natal depression. I have always […]
University Technical Colleges – what are YOUR thoughts?
I’ve just been interviewed on BBC Radio Three Counties about the Government’s new initiative to create 40 University Technical Colleges. The colleges will develop high-level technical skills for 14 to 19-year-olds, and will develop in conjunction with employers and universities. Lessons will run from 8.30am to 5.30pm with five eight-week terms a year. Lord Baker said […]
The Sue Atkins Weekly Parenting Affirmation
I easily balance my life between work, rest, and play. They all get equal time when I relax, breath deeply and plan my day the night before. Download your copy of Sue’s Ebook How to give your kids the gift of self-esteem by clicking here About the author Sue Atkins is a Parenting Expert who offers […]
The Sue Atkins Wednesday Parenting Story
Being of Service Here’s your Wednesday Story from my never-ending notebook and everlasting pencil! Being of service A Parenting Magician was running a course. The group was a challenging one. There were different value systems and agendas at work. Some wanted one thing, others wanted something else. Some thought they were superior to others on […]
HEALTHY BRAIN DEVELOPMENT OCCURS THROUGH OUTDOOR PLAY
I am always thrilled to read my articles when they are published. This month I am delighted to be interviewed for Psychologies Magazine and you can find me on page 38 of this month’s issue talking about disciplining children with firm, fair and consistent discipline. Also I was delighted to feature in a Campaign for […]
Growing Happy Kids
There is absolutely no doubt that raising a family can be an exhausting, challenging and on many occasions a frustrating business; but when you get it right there is no single experience in life that will prove to be as fulfilling and rewarding as bringing up happy children. Every parent wants to do the […]
Avoid Labels and Giving Your Teenager a Bad Name
‘Keep on telling me what I am, and that’s what I’ll become’. Be careful how you describe your children to their faces, to your friends and listen to what other family members say about each other and be mindful of accepting what you hear from your child’s teachers. Labels are so easy […]
The Sue Atkins Weekly Parent Coaching Question
What 3 things do you love most about being a parent? Download your copy of Sue’s Ebook How to give your kids the gift of self-esteem by clicking here About the author Sue Atkins is a Parenting Expert who offers practical guidance for bringing up happy, confident, well behaved children. She is also […]