A child who has been smacked knows full well (even if they can’t articulate it) that his or her parent has lost control. One of the fastest ways to lose your children’s respect is through using smacking as a means of discipline.
Read MoreThere are two types of sensory challenges, and many kids have both. The most common type is oversensitivity, which is what Sam had. He would become easily overwhelmed/ overloaded by the information that come in through his senses. So, he would avoid sensations that he could not tolerate. This is called sensory avoidance.
Read MoreThis week I’m delivering a parenting talk to a local prep school here in Wimbledon about ‘Creating Happy Motivated Learners’, and one of the issues I’m going to discuss, especially during the school assessment process for the 7+, or 11+, is the danger of parents offer incentives/bribes to their children in exchange for good results. These can take the form of money, i-pads/ gadgets and even the promise of holidays to exotic destinations.
Read MoreThis is a taboo subject, that most parents struggle to admit and talk about. So I have to ask you a very direct question : have you ever found yourself thinking “I’m not enjoying being a parent”?
Read MoreSo what can a parent do to avoid bringing up another male chauvinist in a world already riddled with sexism? Uju Asika’s new book Raising Boys Who Do Better explores how we can raise healthy, happy boys who are also conscious and accountable.
Read MoreThe story of a remarkable young man, called Connor, who has battled mental health issues throughout his teen and young adult years, and in his quest to promote a positive mindset, he finds his answer in exercise.
Read MoreAs many parents and teens head into the final stretch of GSCE and A level exam preparations, the key message is Don't stress! The key is to plan a mix of revision time and leisure time. It's vital to have some 'down-time' to look forward to and to not feel guilty about it. Work out a timetable of revision, in a quiet space and ensure plenty of breaks, healthy snacks and use descriptive praise to motivate your child.
Read MoreI hear from many parents who say they don’t want label their child, and so they delay getting an assessment and diagnosis, but the ramifications of this can be huge, as it almost always impacts the child further in their life.
My belief is early intervention is always best.
Read MoreWhether you’re preparing for an interview, writing a personal statement, choosing a university, an apprenticeship, work experiences or heading off on a gap year, having an understanding of what you do effortlessly is the foundation for building a future of happiness and success.
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