The latest episode of Raising Confident Kids with SEN, was an emotional roller-coaster filled with wisdom, real-life experiences, and heartfelt discussions. Here are the key takeaways from my enriching conversation with special guests Lauren Fenton and Rina Teslica, hosts of the podcast F**king Normal and both mums of daughters with disabilities.
Read MoreIn the latest episode of Raising Confident Kids with SEN, I was delighted to be joined by Jo Long, a dedicated life coach and founder of Learning to Love Autism, and talk to her about a crucial topic for all parents: setting boundaries and the power of saying no. Jo and I emphasise the importance of prioritising our time with our children and how important it is to not feel guilty about turning down commitments that detract from that precious time.
Read MoreEpisode 11: Helping your SEN child transition at school with confidence
Read MoreIn this episode of Raising Confident Kids with SEN, I was joined by Suzanne Meill-Ingram MBE, an inspiring mother who uses the power of sign language to support her daughter’s communication. Suzanne has a wealth of experience and shared heartfelt anecdotes with me that shone a light on the transformative power of signing for children with special educational needs.
Read MoreIn this episode of "Raising Confident Kids with SEN." I was thrilled to have Dr. Amy Moore, a cognitive psychologist and TEDx speaker, share her insights on supporting and nurturing children with ADHD. As a professional, ADHD mum and a parent of a child with ADHD, Dr. Amy provides a wealth of knowledge and practical strategies focusing on the five pillars essential for understanding and assisting kids with this condition.
Read MoreEvery parent of a child with SEN knows the scene: you pick them up from school and are met with an avalanche of emotions and behaviours you don't always understand. In this episode of Raising Confident Kids with SEN, I tackle the post-pick-up slump, offering strategies to support your child through this daily transition.
Read MoreI'm excited to share some tips with you about how to choose the right school for children with special educational needs. As a parent, I understand the challenges of finding the best educational environment for our children, and I've compiled some valuable insights to make this process smoother for you.
Read MoreIn the second episode of Raising Confident Kids with SEN I had the pleasure of chatting with an incredibly inspiring guest, Richard Woods. Who not only has personal experience with dyslexia but is also a father following the path of special needs education with his daughter, Poppy.
Read MoreWe are delighted to announce that the Raising Confident Kids with SEN podcast is here. It is a new show where parents can find solace, understanding, and valuable insights into the world of parenting children with special educational needs (SEN). This podcast aims to ease the frustrations that often accompany the journey of raising children with SEN, while providing a platform for parents to connect and learn from the experiences of others.
Read MoreFor lots of parents of children with additional needs, they find themselves entering a whole new world of paperwork, processes and appointments. It can be pretty overwhelming. One of these processes is centred around Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Let’s cover some of the basics about EHCPs for those who are in the early stages of wondering whether their child might need one.
Read MoreYou have been on the school tours and weighed up the pros and cons and finally you feel you have an idea of what might be a good fit. Here are few tips for giving your first choice a little ‘health check’ to help you to know if the school will be able to meet your child’s needs.
Read MoreGuest blog from Vicky Evans, parenting coach from Parenting ADHD, shares her insights into understanding our children’s behaviour.
Read MoreGuest blog from Minisha Yasin, occupational therapist and founder of My Therapy Services, encourages us to look at things with a fresh pair of eyes. Quite often they may just need a little tweaking!
Read MoreI am surprised how often I meet families of children with additional needs who have not applied for Disability Living allowance (DLA). When I ask them why they haven’t, more often than not it is because they think it isn’t meant for them. I have begun to realise that people are missing out on (desperately needed) support because of a few myths floating around. Let’s debunk those myths and get on the right track!
Read MoreYou wait all term to find out how your child is doing at school (what do they actually get up to all day?). Although you catch a glimpse of the teacher most days, getting to talk to one-to-one is rare, even more so if you do not drop off or collect. Parent’s evening is that small window of time. But how do you get the most out of your 10 minute slot?
Read MoreAttention and listening are the absolute bedrock of early learning. It is from a solid foundation of strong attention and listening skills that other learning behaviours and therefor access to group learning develops. Good listening supports language, social and cognitive development.
Read MoreIt can be one of the most frustrating points in the day. Mornings can be a rush at the best of times, but for some seemingly incomprehensible reason your now school aged child has decided they don’t want to get dressed.
Read MoreEach family that celebrates Christmas has their own tradition when it comes to presents from Father Christmas. I didn’t appreciate how emotive this choice would become when debated in the arena of primary school, playground politics.
Read MoreHave people been suggesting that you try out a group for parents of children with additional needs? Sometimes when I mention these groups to parents they look at me like I have lost my mind! However uncomfortable the idea might seem, there is surprising value in these groups. Let’s explore some of the reasons why.
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