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For Parents Grieving the Loss of a Baby: Coping with Difficult News
The recent news of the preventable deaths of 56 babies in Leeds has been devastating. If you have experienced the loss of a baby during...
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Jan 172 min read
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Birth Anxiety: a response to the news of the preventable deaths of babies in Leeds
The recent news about the preventable deaths of 56 babies in Leeds has been devastating. I know many will feel overwhelmed by this news,...
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Jan 173 min read
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The Power of Compassion: Supporting New Parents on Their Journey
Whilst becoming a parent can bring joy and fulfilment, it can also be overwhelming, exhausting, and challenging. During this precious...
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Dec 23, 20242 min read
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The Importance of Infant Mental Health: Nurturing the Foundation of Wellbeing
It is crucial to acknowledge the impact of mental health during infancy, alongside other areas of child development. Infancy is a time of...
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Dec 16, 20242 min read
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The Transformative Power of Mindfulness in Parenting
The demands of modern life, coupled with the responsibilities of raising children, can sometimes leave parents feeling overwhelmed. In...
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Dec 2, 20242 min read
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Thriving as a Neurodivergent Parent: Leveraging Your Unique Strengths in Parenting
Let’s face it: being a parent is demanding, complex, and at times a little wild! And when you’re a parent with ADHD, autism, or another...
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Nov 28, 20243 min read
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What is the Circle of Security, and how can new parents utilise it.
As new parents, we strive to provide the best possible care and nurturing environment for our little ones. One framework I have found...
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Nov 25, 20243 min read
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The first 1001 days: Shaping a Lifetime
The first 1001 days of your child's life, from conception until their second birthday, lay the foundations for their physical, cognitive,...
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Nov 20, 20242 min read
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Embracing Good Enough Parenting: Striving for Balance and Joy
As parents, we often find ourselves overwhelmed by societal expectations and the pressure to be perfect. Striving for perfection can lead...
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Nov 19, 20243 min read
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Nurturing Early Childhood Development: The Journey of Infant Brain Growth
The first three years of a child's life are an awe-inspiring period of rapid growth and development, with brain development being one of...
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Nov 18, 20242 min read
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Intrusive thoughts
One aspect that many mothers may experience but rarely discuss openly is intrusive thoughts. These intrusive thoughts can be distressing...
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Nov 16, 20242 min read
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Healing Birth Trauma with EMDR: A Revolutionary Approach
For some women, the experience of birth can be far from how they imagined. The memories and emotions associated with birth can be...
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Nov 15, 20243 min read
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Unveiling the Silent Struggle: Understanding Parental Insomnia and 5 Expert Tips for Coping
We've all heard it, "sleep when the baby sleeps", likely one of the most frustrating things you've heard since becoming a parent. Many...
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Nov 14, 20244 min read
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Navigating Rage in Motherhood
When writing this blog post, I searched for an image of an "angry mum" to add, and nothing came up. It's important we acknowledge that...
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Nov 11, 20243 min read
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Why Trauma-Informed Schools Benefit All Kids (And How We Can Help Make Them Happen)
This week I have been lecturing. The students are on placement across lots of services within the north, working with children and their...
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Nov 8, 20244 min read
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Embracing Values-Led Parenting: Nurturing Children with Purpose and Meaning
Parenting can be a challenging journey to navigate. You'll be pulled to instill values in your children that feel important to you, but...
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Sep 26, 20233 min read
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Embracing Vulnerability: Navigating Loneliness in Motherhood
Motherhood is often said to be one of the most fulfilling and joyful experiences. While motherhood does bring love and happiness, it also...
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Jul 30, 20232 min read
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Nurturing Mental Health During the Fourth Trimester
The arrival of a newborn brings with it lots of different emotions. As a parent, your focus naturally shifts to the well-being of your...
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Jul 30, 20233 min read
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Unleashing Nature's Healing Power: The Benefits of Outdoor Therapy for Children
Screens and technology play a huge role in our day to day lives in the modern world. However, we know that screens can be addictive for...
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Jul 30, 20232 min read
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