Ever wondered why your child loves hanging upside down? Explore how this playful behaviour supports their sensory system, aids self-regulation and discover safe activities to nurture their natural need for movement.

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.

Parenting doesn’t come with a manual and most of us end up blending what we learned in childhood with our own instincts. There are four main parenting styles - authoritative, authoritarian, permissive and uninvolved - each influencing children’s behaviour and development in different ways. While authoritarian or permissive approaches can create challenges in the long run, authoritative parenting stands out for its balance of warmth, boundaries and high expectations.

If you’ve ever thought, 'Why do they lose interest so quickly?' or 'Is it normal for them to have such a short attention span!?'-  you’re not alone! Many parents worry about their child’s ability to focus, but here’s the truth: young children can’t concentrate like adults - and that’s completely normal.

When we talk about raising emotionally healthy children, one of the key skills we’re really talking about is self-regulation - a child’s ability to notice, manage and respond to their feelings in healthy ways. But self-regulation doesn’t just appear overnight. So how do we actually teach these skills?

Teaching your child to write their name is an exciting milestone, but it can feel tricky if you’re not sure where to start. In this blog, I’ll guide you step by step, covering what to look for before starting and simple strategies to make learning fun and stress-free.

Wouldn’t it be nice if there was some sort of manual that said “these are the rules children need and this is how to make them follow them"?

A child-friendly explanation of neuroscience that explains how children’s brains develop and how this affects their behaviour, emotions and

Emotional intelligence is an essential skill for navigating the world around us and it begins to develop throughout our early childhood.

Quality time is essential to our children's growth, development and mental health. But in our busy lives and hectic schedules it’s often som

Without meaning to, adults do things that confuse children and create the exact behaviour issues they're often keen to avoid.

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Writing isn’t just about ideas - it starts with the body. Strong core, wrists, hands and fingers give your child the control, strength and coordination needed to write confidently. Activities like climbing, swinging, yoga and finger gyms make building these skills fun while improving posture, grip and letter formation. Start early and help your child develop the foundation for legible, effortless handwriting.

Discover 10 practical ways to boost your child's confidence, from praising effort and encouraging problem-solving to letting them overhear positive self-talk. Help your child feel capable, brave and proud every day.