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  • Getting through a crisis together

    There is no doubt that we are living through unprecedented times. The coronavirus COVID-19 has hit the world and we are all reeling and feel like we are part of a movie. Except this is reality not fantasy. It’s already affecting my family. My daughter is out in Israel on her own with the borders…

  • Why Restraining A Child Is Totally Avoidable

    This week I was horrified and upset in equal measure. A mum I know posted this on Facebook. It was in a closed group and she was genuinely upset and needed advice……………(I have asked her permission to share this but have deleted her name and photo to protect her son) I have since heard the…

  • 7 Tips To Survive Family Gatherings

    Picture this. It is Passover / Easter Weekend. You are all gathered around a large dining table filled with delights, treats and all manner of goodies. Around the table sit three generations of family. The expectation is that the children will partake and enjoy the meal – but not too loud because the grown ups…

  • Why trick or treating may make your child sad

    Trick or treating is a fun thing to do. Getting dressed up in homemade or shop bought horrific, gruesome outfits. Going out in the spooky, damp, dark night armed with flickering torches.  Knocking on doors of little-known neighbours which feels naughty and forbidden. Being given copious amounts of sugar laden sweets and goodies. What’s not…