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Eczema is a common skin issue that can cause discomfort and pain, affecting your child’s daily life. It has been estimated that 1 in 10 individuals develops eczema during their lifetime.  The prevalence peaks in early childhood between two to… Continue Reading >

If parents knew what I knew, they would do things differently with their kids’. That is the thought that runs excessively through my mind after 10 years as a specialist child interviewer and a detective, interviewing victims and investigating cases… Continue Reading >

Whether you’re super organized, or like me, tend to leave everything until the last minute, there is a universal list of tasks, that every parent needs to achieve before their kids start back at school. Whilst individual requirements will vary… Continue Reading >

The transition back to class once the summer is over can be a stressful time for both children and parents alike. While some anxiety is normal and to be expected, it’s important to know the difference between the usual back-to-school… Continue Reading >

After two years in lockdowns, children are getting used to being in the classroom and around their peers again, which can cause anxiety. How can we spot the early signs of mental health before they become a more serious issue?

Ken from iflydad.com is on a journey to be the best Dad he can be. He has shared his best Toilet Training Tips here. Toilet training is an exciting time but can be overwhelming. Here are my best tips to… Continue Reading >

Dr Jane Williams and Dr Tessa Grigg   ‘ ‘Tis the season to be jolly’, or so the carol goes, but for many parents the holidays present additional stress. This article looks at why it is important to engage your… Continue Reading >

One of the most consistent worries that I heard from both parents and teachers when I was a guidance counsellor was that this generation of children can sometimes be cynical, entitled, egocentric beings who seem to be amazingly ungrateful for… Continue Reading >

As parents, we all dread that moment. Without warning, your child throws themself on the ground – screaming, crying and losing all control – and despite our heartfelt attempts at reasoning, we are at an absolute loss to calm them… Continue Reading >

We all want to succeed, but do you give yourself permission to do so? We need to take risks and try new things to learn, grow, and better understand what we want to do. Taking risks comes in different shapes… Continue Reading >