The academic year tends to be quite hectic for students but the last month of school is usually the most exhausting, due to deadlines of assignments and exams. Students want to do well to feel satisfied for all the hard … Read more
My two year old cannot sleep | Part 2
While the previous blog explored the most common reasons why toddlers experience sleep troubles, here we will explore some ways to resolve the issues and get that much needed rest for all the family
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Consider whether your child is … Read more
My two year old cannot sleep | Part 1
First of all, if you are reading this because your child is in fact currently not sleeping, I would like you to take a deep breath and take a couple of minutes to yourself if you can. I am saying … Read more
Positive Language for when a child throws a tantrum
When parents try to discipline their children or bring to their attention something that they have done wrong it is beneficial to use positive language, the most difficult to do so is when the child throws a tantrum. Today, I … Read more
What my clients have learnt during this pandemic | Parents & children
In life, every challenge also brings with it opportunities to grow. During the past year, we all had to adapt to living life in a different way due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Through my work with children, adolescents, young adults … Read more
Lessons My Son Has Taught Me
As an adult I try to perform my different roles at a high standard, which sometimes may not be the most realistic. It is very easy to lose touch with the present and to work hard for a better future … Read more
How do I explain death to a child?
Death is part of life; thinking about it tends to make several people uncomfortable however, it is inevitable. Due to such discomfort, adults may avoid talking about such a topic and when it comes to explaining death to a child, … Read more
I Feel Guilty When I’m At Work And I Feel Guilty When I’m With My Kids
Guilt is an emotional response which occurs when we believe that our behaviours, or actions, are going against our expectations or assumptions of how one should behave. With regards to parenting, this guilt is linked to what we perceive as … Read more
Helping our children develop emotional literacy skills
First of all, to start with; what is emotional literacy and how does it differ from emotional intelligence? Emotional intelligence is the ability to be in tune with one’s feelings and emotions whereas, emotional literacy is the ability to communicate, … Read more
5 Tips for better sleep routines for children
What a person does during the day and especially before bedtime, can have a major impact on their sleeping habits. The sleep routines a person engages in can either promote healthy sleep or contribute to sleep disturbance. Getting a good … Read more