School-based Anxiety
Going back to school after the holidays may cause school-based anxiety to surface for some children. You might notice mood swings, tears, anger or increased stress and tension. All of these are normal behaviours in a time of transition, and are your child’s way of expressing some overwhelming feelings. For many children, time at home […]
Raising a Securely Attached Child
Raising a secure child is not always easy, particularly in today’s world. All parents want to do their best, but can sometimes we can feel a bit stuck and unsure. This is normal, particularly if your own childhood was difficult. The good news is that it is possible to change the story, and you don’t […]
Toddler Tantrums
Toddler tantrums! They happen to all of us. That moment when your toddler completely “loses it”. You feel frustrated, embarrassed and totally at a loss to know what to do. Your toddler is expressing some really big feelings here. They’ve probably been sending out signals for a while, but in your need to focus on […]
Meltdowns and Mood Swings
Are you worried that your child’s meltdowns and mood swings might be signs of ADHD? Do you ever find yourself completely at a loss, with no idea how to respond? You’ve probably worked out that systems of punishment, time-outs and rewards are rarely, if ever, successful, but what else is there? Responding Rather than Reacting […]
Anxious Children
Anxious children are often highly sensitive and easily overwhelmed. In their distress, they may have regular meltdowns, or prefer to shut themselves away. These behaviours can be very hard to be with, and its’s not always easy to know how to respond. Your anxious child may also complain of headaches, tummy aches or resist going […]
Miscarriage and Infant Loss
Have you, or someone close to you, experienced miscarriage, or the loss of a child during pregnancy? The grief resulting from miscarriage and infant loss can be profound, and the depth of sadness can at times seem overwhelming. It is not always easy to share these experiences with friends and family. Sometimes, we don’t even […]
Circle of Security Parenting Support
The internationally recognised Circle of Security Parenting support program offers help for parents who would like to develop their parenting skills. First time parenting can be a scary time. With so many new emotions surfacing, it’s normal to wonder if you are doing everything “right”. Perhaps you are worried that giving your children too much […]