Mindfulness for children doesn’t have to be complicated. These simple, everyday practices help children manage big feelings, build confidence and find calm - while supporting parents too.

Is your child acting differently lately? Changes in behaviour can be a sign that their emotional cup is running low. Supporting children’s emotional wellbeing is essential for helping them feel happy, confident, and secure. Discover practical tips to recognise the signs of an empty emotional cup and simple ways to refill it with love, play and attention.

If your child is crying at drop off, you’re not alone. Many children struggle with separation, even after weeks of settling in. This guide explains why drop-off tears happen and offers simple, gentle strategies to help your child feel safe, supported and confident as they start their day.

Life with a five year old is a blend of independence, imagination and emotional growth. At this stage, children are learning to balance confidence with connection - exploring friendships, managing big feelings and discovering the joy of learning new skills. In this guide, we’ll explore what’s typical for 5-year-old development, from language and emotional awareness to physical coordination and social milestones, while celebrating every child’s unique path.

If your child keeps throwing toys, food or anything they can get their hands on, you’re not alone. Throwing is a normal part of toddler behaviour and an important step in child development. Learn why children throw things - from frustration to curiosity - and discover calm, positive ways to handle this messy but meaningful stage.

If you’ve ever shouted at your children and instantly felt awful, you’re not alone. Every mum I know - even the ones who look calm when they’re child is screaming in a busy shop - has lost her cool at some point. Parenting is beautiful, but it’s also loud, relentless and emotionally exhausting. When we’re tired, touched-out and running on empty, patience wears thin - fast. So let’s get this straight: You’re not a bad mum if you snap. You’re a human being with limits.

If your child is hitting and kicking, it can feel worrying and even overwhelming. But this behaviour is often a sign of big feelings rather than 'bad' behaviour. By staying calm, pausing before you react and guiding your child towards safe ways to express themselves, you can teach important coping skills and reduce aggression over time.

Much like our children, parents are not exempt from act first, think later behaviour and you’re not alone if you’ve snapped at your child...

Our words are like toothpaste...once they're out, they’re not going back in. Our children hear and absorb these words every day and...