Living with a foster family is a different experience for every individual. Here, a young person shares their thoughts on life in foster care
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3 ways to promote a healthy body image in your children
Teenagers, girls in particular, can be become preoccupied with how they think they should look and begin to develop a negative body image.
Continue reading3 ways to ensure your child is comfortable talking to you about sex
Sex can be an awkward topic but by normalising the conversation, your child will feel more comfortable coming to you when they have questions
Continue readingHow to introduce your child to self-care
Self-care tends to be something that only adults practice but it should be incorporated into children’s lives as well.
Continue reading7 things to teach your child before they start college life
One of the biggest challenges a parent can face is when their child goes to college.
Continue readingHomework/Life Balance – make sure your child knows that school isn’t everything!
Having a child who is dedicated to their schoolwork might sound like a dream to a lot of parents but it’s not always the healthiest thing for them.
Continue readingCyberbullying: How parents and schools can protect children from online harassment
When it comes to school life, bullying has always been a concern. In more recent times the issue of cyberbullying has become more prevalent.
Continue readingWhy moving from primary to secondary school is a big deal for children
The end of every August brings that dreaded “back to school” feeling. While this is an exciting time for many for some it can be stressful.
Continue readingWhat to do if your child says they do not want to go to school
Not wanting to go to school is a very common problem for parents – particularly in September after the long summer holidays.
Continue readingHow to create happy moments for your child during stressful times
Life has changed as you know it. The change in atmosphere, routine and tension will affect your child if it continues…
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