My daughter feels like she’s my son
One of the most important and difficult tasks that parents face is how to best support their children…
Should I keep my summer job?
As the end of summer starts approaching, you are likely to start thinking about the lifestyle you want…
My first born is starting Form 5 and I am panicking! – Part 2 of 2
In the first part of this blog we discussed some tips on how to practically help your eldest…
My first born is starting Form 5 and I am panicking! – Part 1 of 2
Your first child is no longer little, and time has flown by. You have suddenly realised that the…
Moving Out, Moving In
You made the decision to leave your home country and move abroad. Getting there could have entailed making…
My child failed their resit
As a parent myself I know that when our children do something wrong, act against our will or…
The right fit is not just for clothes. Relationships also need a good fit. – Part 2 of 2
Although every relationship is unique, there are generally many common denominators amongst different relationships. Many self-reports of people…
The right fit is not just for clothes. Relationships also need a good fit – Part 1 of 2
Some relationships can feel just like a beloved item of clothing. The top or trousers that fit your…
“There must be more to life than simply increasing its speed” – Mahatma Gandhi
Do you remember the last time you woke up in the morning feeling rested and refreshed? I believe…
What is gender dysphoria in children?
Gender dysphoria is extreme discomfort caused by a discrepancy between a person’s gender at birth (called assigned gender)…
What should I tell my 3-year-old child on their first day of school? – Part 2 of 2
In the first part of this blog I focused on the importance of how the parents themselves deal…
Attachment parenting, baby carriers, mindful parenting … are we asking too much of parents? – Part 1 of 2
As I recall my early experiences of motherhood I remember lots of beautiful memories, but I also remember…