Emotional development in children
Children's wellbeing
How to become an ‘emotional detective’
Laura Henry-Allain explains the story behind her new book Sometimes Happy, Sometimes Sad, which helps parents talk about feelings with toddlers and pre-schoolers.
LGBTQ+ adoption, discovering community and celebrating family pride
Andi of Dadda & Daddy discusses the process of same-sex adoption and finding community with other LGBTQ+ parents.
What are inchstones? How can I celebrate my baby’s little victories?
Investigating this new parenting trend and how it can benefit parents.
10 ways to help your child work through their worries
How can you help your child to have good mental health and stay happy and well?
8 wellbeing activities to help boost your toddler’s mental health
8 simple and free wellbeing activities from Mrs Brain Trainer to help kids and toddlers work through feelings of stress, anxiety and anger.
Pussycat Doll Kimberly Wyatt: Why dance could be key to helping your child’s wellbeing
We spoke to Pussycat Doll Kimberly Wyatt all about introducing young children to dance and movement and how dance can help with children's confidence and wellbeing.
Check out Moodboosters for your child's mental health
91Èȱ¬ Moodboosters is a brand new initiative that's all about getting moving and learning about your mental health.
Building a secure attachment with adopted children
Adoptive parents Rich and Lew, aka Two Dads in London, share their top tips on how to build an attachment with adopted children.
10 reasons why music is great for your child (and you too)
Music therapist Ray Travasso and speech and language therapist Alys Mathers present 10 reasons to get musical with your child at home.
How can a music therapist help with communication needs?
How can a music therapist help with my child's needs? Ray Travasso explains his job and how his services can help children with their communication.
Children and pets: Why bonding with a pet might be good for your child
Dr Clare Halsey talks about the benefits of young children bonding with animals and what to consider if you're going to have a baby and a pet in the same home.
Gardening with kids: What children can learn from looking after plants
Gardening is a great way to get kids outside! Here are eight reasons why it helps their development.
The surprising benefits of introducing children to nature
It comes as no surprise that most little ones love playing outdoors - but did you know just how good it is for them?
Managing mini emotions
Behaviour: How to manage tantrums
Setting boundaries, preventing outbursts in the first place and the dos and don’ts of dealing with them.
Fussy dressing: What to do when getting dressed is a daily battle
Understanding sensory preferences and how to defuse clothes-based conflict.
How to help children overcome their fears
Tips to help you and your little one deal with fear.
How to handle children kicking, biting or lashing out
Tips to help you when dealing with defiance with your little one.
Helping children cope with sensory meltdowns
Tips to help you and your little one deal with overstimulation and sensory overloads.
How to establish a bedtime routine
Tips to help you and your little one establish a good bedtime routine.
How to help children understand their emotions
Tips to help you and your little one understand their different emotions.
Why do toddlers have tantrums and what you can do to help them?
Tips to help you and your little one cope when they have a temper tantrum.
Getting toddlers to share with others
Tips for encouraging your little ones to share with others.
What is separation anxiety and how do I deal with it?
Tips for how to deal with separation anxiety in babies.
Weaning baby off the dummy
Tips for why, when and how you should wean babies off the dummy.
Emotional development
Why children tell fibs and how to respond
Should you be worried about your child lying or is it normal? We spoke to a mental health specialist.
Five skills your child can learn before they're five
How can you help your child's development before they start school? These skills might be a good place to start!
9 practical tips for boosting shy toddlers' confidence
Dr Pooky Knightsmith outlines ways to help your child become more confident in their pre-school years.
Why do children have imaginary friends and should I worry about them?
We spoke to clinical psychologist Dr Linda Blair all about imaginary friends and how to talk about them.
What causes the Terrible Twos and how can you cope?
Psychologist Linda Blair explains the Terrible Twos, how you can help your child and look after your own wellbeing.
How to talk to your young child about death, loss and grief
We chatted to Nicola Creaser from Child Bereavement UK to get her tips on starting a conversation about death with kids.
How to help your child deal with uncertainty and change
Easy ways you can help your young children cope when their day-to-day life suddenly changes.
How should we speak to children about their behaviour?
All parents of toddlers have had to deal with tantrums, but what's the best way to speak to children about behaviour?
How to talk to your child about LGBTQ+ families
Advice from parents on the best way to talk to your child about LGBTQ+ and different family units.
How to talk to your young child about race and racism
Author Uju Asika shares her tips on having open conversations about race and how to be active, inspiring and empowering.
How your baby's sense of humour develops
Discover why laughing is a chance for babies to learn and show they're starting to understand the world around them.
Bored child? Why rainy day can be a fun learning opportunity
'Boring' times can be a full of creative potential and can help build your little one's life skills.
Why does my toddler like to run off? And what can I do to stop them?
We asked child psychologist Dr Claire Halsey why our little ones enjoy running off and how we can keep them safe.
