No longer happy to try new things?
Helping children to regain social confidence after months of lockdown and social distancing.
Continue readingMeet a Mentor – Fiona
I have grown so much since beginning the Girls’ Net Mentor training as a listener, woman, friend, mother, coach and mentor.
Continue readingMeet a Mentor – Charlotte
I’ve increased confidence as a parent and gained a purpose in life – one that’s meaningful, fulfilling and worth getting up early for.
Continue readingAre you burnt out? 4 recovery tips for parents
Being a parent is tough, and we all struggle sometimes, but just pushing yourself harder isn’t going to make things better. Self-care is child care.
Continue readingTeens on the internet – how could it be good?
Parents fear that technology will ruin children’s ability to form deep relationships; however, recent findings show that teens feel empowered and connected by being online.
Continue readingMaking a book activity 15: Caring for you!
If you’re not sure how to take care of yourself, pretend that you are your best friend; what would they say you needed?
Continue readingGood endings lead to good beginnings
There have been so many missed ‘lasts’ for this year’s 6’s. No leavers’ assemblies, last sports day or school trips. When something so important is coming to an end, it’s a good time to reflect to help us move on in a grounded way.
Continue readingGiving our kids a break
Join the Big School Bell in a moment of national recognition to mark the school year-end for our children.
Continue readingBig School Bell, “I will be celebrating this…”
I am grateful to Rite for Girls for planning this unique celebration. I will be celebrating this as a mother and professional. Will you?
Continue readingMaking a book activity 14: Ever feel bored?
The best games, the most ingenious ideas, and imaginative solutions are dreamed up in times of boredom.
So let yourself be bored! And see what happens next…