Good communication forms the foundation of a solid parent-child relationship. When children feel heard, understood, and valued their emotional and cognitive development thrives. However, finding the time and strategies to communicate with your child in today’s fast-paced world effectively can…
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It’s almost time for the Summer holidays, and although this is a great stretch of time to spend together as a family, there is increasing pressure to spend money on activities and days out. With the cost of living increasing,…
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My children are now eleven and four, and for the past few years, there have been numerous discussions, particularly between parents at my older boy’s school, about when the right time to tell the truth about Christmas is. A few…
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When I was little I remember writing my letter to Santa each year. I’d detail some of the ‘good’ things I had done and write down my Christmas wishes. It really made the Christmas period magical and festive and is…
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Christmas is an exciting time and I love getting the house ready and feeling festive. My husband always flirts with the idea of going away for Christmas, staying in a log cabin somewhere filled with snow, and although I have…
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