Reading benefits a child’s bedtime routine and can be an enjoyable way to read books. We can probably agree that reading any time of day has fantastic benefits. So why is reading at bedtime any different? One of our aims as parents is to create a calming and relaxing bedtime routine for our child. Because …
Mutual Joy in parenting is at the heart of happy family life. Mutual joy is when both parent and child are enjoying the same activity together, both gaining pleasure, no one feels controlled or stuck or bored; things flow. Of course, sometimes a child entering the child’s world and their interests on their terms can …
The best parenting bedtime hacks may sound exciting and trust me it is! When kids are in bed on time it gives us the much needed time to ourselves and also allows us to sleep at a reasonable time. Overall, our children sleeping at a good time, can help us, as parents, also have a …
A child sleeping correctly may sound like a unusual concept. Don’t all children sleep correctly? Is this post about how to position babies for bed and not children? No! It is about children sleeping correctly. But firstly, what can happen if children don’t sleep correctly? Problems if children don’t sleep correctly As a parent, it’s …
How much sleep your child needs depends on their age. As parents, we all want to ensure our children are getting enough sleep to support their growth and development. One question we often ask ourselves is, “Is my child getting enough sleep?” But because the amount of sleep needed changes as they reach different age …
Establishing a good bedtime routine is essential for children’s physical and mental well-being. Getting enough sleep helps children to feel well-rested, happy, and ready to take on the day. However, getting children into a good bedtime routine can sometimes be a challenge. This can happen when we, as parents, are busy or our children just …
Why sleep is so important for child mental health can seem self explanatory, yet their are so many benefits of children having an adequate nights sleep. Getting enough sleep is essential for everyone, but it plays a crucial role in a child’s physical and mental development. If children do not have enough sleep, it can …
Reading can benefit children’s mental health alongside having other positive impacts on child development leading into adulthood. Regular reading can have a positive impact on a child’s emotional and cognitive development, which can translate into better mental health in the long run. Here are just a few of the ways reading can be beneficial for …
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These 8 ways to connect with your child are a great way to strengthen your relationship. With children’s mental health week of “Let’s connect” we have came up with these easy ways you an connect with your child. And here are some simple ways we can connect with our children: Cook together When you haven’t …
Our 10 Tips for positive mental health are a perfect way to end children’s mental health week. Working on our children’s or our own mental health should not end with this week. Teaching our children positive ways to look after their mental health should be a main focus of parenting and education. Because of this, …
