by Cai Graham | Mar 10, 2024 | Parenting Support, Relationships
It’s Mother’s Day here in the UK. I’m Home Alone. And to be honest I am ok with that. Why? Because each of my family are away doing things they love – independently of one another (otherwise I’d be mad that they’d left me out!!) Being a Mum – isn’t about...
by Cai Graham | Feb 17, 2024 | Parenting Support, Relationships, Teen Support, Troubleshooting
Just as we begin to feel confident in our parenting skills, the landscape shifts as our children grow, constantly altering the game we thought we had mastered. Navigating the teenage years brings a whole new set of challenges, and it’s important to be mindful of...
by Cai Graham | Dec 17, 2023 | Parenting Support, Relationships, Stress & Overwhelm
Winter is coming – Christmas is coming. Does the thought fill you with excitement or dread? Whilst The Holidays is extra special when we have teenagers in the house, the presence of teenagers tends to add a little ‘Je ne sais quoi’ to the “Christmas Cocktail”. So what...
by Cai Graham | Oct 31, 2023 | Anxiety & Depression, Managing Emotions, Parenting Support, Relationships, Teen Support
Are you familiar with the jitters of worry or experience a full-blown panic attack? Understanding the fine line between fear and anxiety is the key to unlocking a world of support and empowerment for teens and their parents. Fear and anxiety are two emotions that...
by Cai Graham | Oct 3, 2023 | Relationships, School, Uni & Education
When a child takes those first steps towards leaving the nest, a wave of emotions crashes over parents, a blend of immense pride and an undercurrent of worry: How will they cope? Will they find new friends? Will they eat anything vaguely wholesome? The list of...
by Cai Graham | Sep 26, 2023 | Relationships, School, Uni & Education
My Letter to A New Student, Stressing about Moving to College or University Dear Student, OK! So you are heading to Uni or College – How are you feeling about that? Making friends can feel super stressy – but try to remember that everyone is in the same boat. The...