PlayListening our way out of Sibling Rivalry.

Having two boys is great, wonderful. And simultaneously, one of the hardest things I’ve ever done. As a childminder I used to look after 3 toddlers every day, but having two of my own children felt like working at a different level. Maybe because child care and parenting are very different jobs! It's the arguments, … Continue reading PlayListening our way out of Sibling Rivalry.

Connecting With Kids: from laughter to lightness

“Mum, I think Charlie must have had a really big cry!” As my 7-year-old, Charlie and myself had all been together in the garden for the past 20 minutes and Charlie HADN’T cried I was a bit confused. “What do you mean Darling?” “Well, Charlie seems all…light.” “Light?” Oddly, I do sometimes use that phrase … Continue reading Connecting With Kids: from laughter to lightness