15 Playful Tips To Help ‘Shy’ Children Shine
Tuesday, March 8 2016
a guest post from Kate Orson, a Hand in Hand Parent Shyness is a label, often put on children, but actually it’s just a set of reactions to a certain situation. Who has a
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The Benefits of Laughter at Bedtime
Thursday, February 18 2016
Contrary to popular belief we should actually wind our children up before sleep! Roughhousing, and lots of giggles, can help children release any stress or remaining tension from the day. It also helps to build the connection that children need to feel safe to separate from us and fall asleep.
20 Playful Ways To Heal Aggression
Wednesday, February 10 2016
Aggression is common in toddlers, but that doesn’t mean it’s inevitable. The Hand in Hand parenting philosophy is based on the fact that all children are naturally, good, loving and co-operative. Sometimes hurt feelings overwhelm their limbic system
20 Playful Ways To Heal Separation Anxiety
Monday, January 25 2016
When our child gets upset about us leaving, it doesn’t necessarily mean that they don’t like their caregiver or that the need to be with us 24-7. It’s quite natural for children to have multiple attachments to other adults and benefit from being raised by a ‘village.’ It is often more likely that separating from us triggers deeper fears, and emotions in our child, that they need us to listen to.
25 Tips For Having Fun Tidying Up
Friday, January 8 2016
By Kate Orson, Hand in Hand Parent We all want to live in a tidy house but it’s not easy with kids around. We have a lot of responsibilities in our busy lives, and it’s
10 Ways That Laughter Can Transform Your Day
Monday, January 4 2016
After a bit of laughter our child is often much more likely to co-operate with us without a power struggle. Here are ten awkward moments where laughter can save the day. Repeat as necessary until the giggles (or you!) are exhausted.
“Mine, Mine, Mine!” Fun Games to Encourage Sharing
Saturday, August 17 2013
We often think it’s our job as parents to teach our children the concept of sharing, to time turns, or give a toy to another child to stop a tantrum. This can be an exhausting task!
Special Time – Add a Daily Spark to your Romantic Life
Sunday, November 11 2012
My thoughts were consumed with how to be a good mum. I loved this important work, but I also missed my husband who sometimes seemed like a distant figure in my life.