Join us this month at Newmarket Library more details here […]
Teenage drinking
What is your opinion on teenage drinking? Another parenting dilemma discussed by Sharing Parenting Director Suzanne Pearson on BBC radio 5 live: Find out more about the teenage brain and how to keep communication open with your teenagers on our Raising Teens course. For more information contact us. […]
9. Time for teens
You won’t believe how a simple adjustment in my busy life has got my teen to communicate with me……… In 2015 it was reported that amid 53,000 children in 15 countries, British youngsters are among the unhappiest, so how can we combat this? As my daughter has hit those dreaded teen years (the Kevin and […]
Fresh off the press!
Our new magazine is ready for you to read or to download here Autumn 2019 . Lots of starting school tips and and more information about your True Colour?? […]
Child feeling anxious going back to school?
With school started many children just fit back into place. They enjoy catching up with friends, seeing their new teacher and the whole school experience. However there are those children who find school difficult and can get anxious over it and truly dread it. They worry about making friends, playtime and leaving mum and dad. […]
Is your child starting school in September?
Some great ideas to help them (and you) prepare over the Summer on BBC bitesize https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles/znc9vk7 1. Help them take responsibility (encourage them to help tidy up, clear their own plate, find their shoes etc.) 2. Encourage them to problem solve (you want to reach your toys, how can I help you?) 3. Help them get […]
Can I leave my child home alone?
Our very own Suzanne Pearson was on 3 Counties radio, on the JVS show, on 29th July talking about this. With the school holidays upon us and parents struggling to take the 6 weeks off work it is an important question to ask. General rules to consider are: Know (and be honest about) your child’s […]
8. Parenting a child with English as an additional language
Parents often worry that their child will struggle learning two languages. A child’s Language development takes place in a different part of the brain to an adult, which means it is actually easier for a child to learn a new language compared to an adult, as long as they are given the right opportunities. While […]
Calling all DAD’s!!
If you are a Dad (or know someone who is) and is looking for somewhere to meet other Dad’s and just get together or for support EPIC Dad is the place for you. EPIC Dad will be officially opening their new premises for Dad’s and Father Figures from 10th September 2019. Their official opening with […]
7. Whose responsibility is it anyway?
Are we doing too much for our kids? How many times has your child’s school called you during the day asking you to bring something in your child has forgotten. Did you do it? Being a parent surely comes with the responsibility of preparing our children for adult life beyond the cushy comforting cocoon of […]