Supporting your mental health with life balance
We all need to find a comfortable balance that includes time for all the aspects of our lives that we feel are important including family, work, physical wellbeing, mental wellbeing and social time. Life balance doesn’t just happen, you have to create it by prioritising what is truly important to you, taking control of your […]
Being a role model for navigating conflict
Conflict is a normal part of life, and it is important for you to model to your child/ren positive ways of handling conflict and disagreements. If you have a conflict situation in the home, how you approach it can be very powerful, and gives your child essential tools for their future at home, at school […]
How to help your child to build empathy
The development of true empathy and compassion is a step-by-step process that builds as children develop and experience life. Sympathy means recognising someone’s emotions, but empathy is a step further. Empathy is when you feel the same emotion as the other person because you can imagine yourself in their place. Compassion takes this further. When […]
Tips for helping your children to be safe in activities without you
As your child gets a bit older, they become increasingly independent and may spend time away from you at school, sports or other activities. It is important to have conversations about staying safe when you are not there. Top Tips Set boundaries about places they may go, people they may see, and things they may […]
Why you need to be an adaptable dad
Every dad knows that once you have children, even the best plans can be sent into chaos in an instant. In order to meet these challenges effectively, you have to find ways of staying in the game, even when things aren’t going right. “Look at me right now. Relaxing in the driver’s seat, windows down, […]
Father involvement in early childhood development
Father involvement in early childhood development has a deep impact on a child’s healthy development in all domains: language, thinking, physical, and social–emotional. When fathers spend quality time with their children, playing or doing activities together, they can expect their children to grow more resilient and healthily. This evidence does not show fathers’ influence as […]
Building creative thinking and language
Building creative thinking and language from an early age is key to child development outcomes. From a very early age, most children have great imaginative power and creative ability. This is often expressed in creative role play which helps children to explore the world around them. Children will role play scenes they have participated in […]
Dr Bruce Robinson and Maggie Dent fathering advice video series
We are excited to announce the launch of the fathering tips and advice video series with Maggie Dent and Dr. Bruce Robinson. Together, they bring you an exclusive six-part video series packed with invaluable insights and practical tips to help you navigate the complexities of fatherhood and raising children. As parents, we all strive to […]
Talking to your kids about healthy relationships
Talking to your kids about healthy relationships is important for their development. Both dads and mums play an important role in having age-appropriate conversations to educate their sons and daughters about how to be respectful and expect respect. Modelling healthy relationships for kids will help influence the people they surround themselves with and the types of […]
A father’s impact on toddler development
Toddlers are at an important stage for social and emotional development, where they are learning how to interact with the world and how to understand and express their own emotions. It is a key stage for language development and emotional regulation, so your role in encouraging and providing a safe environment is essential. Did you […]
Looking after your mental health
Mental health is about our psychological, emotional, and social well-being—how we think, feel, and act. Good mental health helps us live positively, handle life’s changes, and face challenges. Mental health issues can include depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, and more. It’s normal to feel sad, tense, angry, or anxious sometimes, but if these feelings last a long […]
What makes strong families?
Providing a strong foundation of safety and security, followed by consistent warmth, care and attention strengthens family bonds. When there are challenges to be faced, overcoming them will only reinforce the foundation, rather than destroy it. So, what are the practical steps to reinforcing your family’s wellbeing and ability to weather the storms? Communication –make […]