Tantrums. Those sudden emotional storms that can sweep through your day and leave both parent and child feeling spent. But here’s the good news: tantrums follow a predictable pattern. And once you understand that pattern, it becomes easier to stay calm, respond effectively, and even strengthen your connection with your child in the process. One of my favourite tools for understanding this process is Katie Malinski’s Arc of the Tantrum  — a really clear visual that shows the s

What if, every year, you faced a complete workplace overhaul – new office, new colleagues, a new job description, and a new boss with an entirely different way of working? Some of us would welcome the adventure – fresh challenges, constant learning, never a dull moment. Others might enjoy parts of it – perhaps the new boss but not the office move, or the chance to work with different colleagues but not the change in expectations. And some would find the whole thing unsettling

If your child has ever lashed out with a hit, you’re not alone. let's find some tips

In a world where digital devices are integral to our daily routines, establishing healthy phone habits can help promote good mental health

Welcome to the second instalment of our three-part series on children's fundamental needs. Today, we're diving headfirst into the realm...

Introduction: I am regularly asked questions about how we handle pocket money in our family, and so I figured it was time to put pen to...

The topic of hitting / fighting seems to be a recurring one with my parent coaching clients at the moment - I don't know if it's because...

Want some support in parenting your teen this summer - tips from a positive parenting coach

If you're going on holiday with friends or family, get some positive parenting tips here from a parenting coach.

As a parent, finding a balance between work and family life can be particularly challenging. Trying to juggle work commitments and...

As parents, we all have moments where we feel overwhelmed and frustrated with our children's behaviour. It can be challenging to remain...

As parents, we all want to raise happy, healthy, and well-adjusted children. However, with so many different parenting styles and...

Many of you attend a free workshop with me to find out how I work, and get some parenting tips to start you on a new journey. But for...

The terms 'Positive Parenting' and 'Positive Discipline' are often used interchangeably. But when I talk about Positive Discipline - I'm...

Arrgh - it's a mess - and when I ask him to tidy up, he just refuses! Sound familiar? Many parents who contact me for my Quick Fix...

How can I get my child to eat? This week has been a reality check for me. I thought we were done with all the food battles. My eldest,...

8 ways to save your sanity (and teach your children important life skills!) 3 (or is it 4) weeks into the 'rentrée' . Afterschool...

La Rentrée is a big thing here - the French calendar is structured around it, so the first thing is to take a deep breath, and remember...