Rachel Brydon

Raising Empathetic Children

Raising Empathetic Children: Nurturing Compassion in a Busy World

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In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, teaching empathy to our children becomes crucial. As parents, we play a pivotal role in shaping their understanding of emotions and compassion. However, it requires a mindful approach that incorporates empathy into our daily interactions. Here are some strategies to foster empathy in children, recognising the …

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The Benefits of Parenting Coaching Sessions For Reducing Employee Absenteeism In The Workplace

The Benefits of Parenting Coaching Sessions For Reducing Employee Absenteeism In The Workplace

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In today’s fast-paced world, parents can find maintaining a healthy work-life balance especially challenging. Juggling professional responsibilities with parenting duties can lead to stress and burnout, which can negatively impact both employees and employers. Most recently, the latest figures around child absenteeism in schools is causing huge debate and calls for reform in the education …

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Supporting Your Child To Settle Into School: A Compassionate Approach For Parents

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Supporting Your Child To Settle Into School: A Compassionate Approach For Parents The school term is now well underway and the doorstep photos are already a distant memory, but for some children it may not be the case that they are past the first day nerves. The truth is many children face challenges when it …

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A Guide to Strengthening Your Parent Child Relationship After Divorce

A Guide to Strengthening Your Parent Child Relationship After Divorce

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A Guide to Strengthening Your Parent Child Relationship After Divorce With recent news that the number of divorces is on the rise due to the cost of living crisis, the number of parents having to navigate the tricky waters of separation and parenting solutions is also increasing. Divorce is undoubtedly a challenging experience, not only …

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Bird's Nest Parenting: Exploring the Pros and Cons of this Unique Parenting Approach

Bird’s Nest Parenting: Exploring the Pros and Cons of this Unique Parenting Approach

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With the Canadian PM Justin Trudeau announcing that he is divorcing his wife but intends to remain in the family home to adopt a “birds nest” parenting approach, I thought it would be useful to take a look at what birds nest parenting means, and look at the pros and cons of this approach – …

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Why Parent Mentors Should Be Part of an Employee Development Package

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In today’s fast-paced and dynamic work environment, employers are increasingly recognising the importance of supporting their employees’ personal and family lives to promote overall well-being and job satisfaction. One valuable resource that can be included in an employee development package is parent mentors. Parenting mentors can provide support and guidance to both current parents and …

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Do I Need a Parenting Mentor to Help with My Child’s Behaviour?

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Parenting can be an incredible journey filled with joy and love, but it can also present challenges that leave us feeling overwhelmed and unsure of our abilities, potentially making you ask the question – do I need a parenting mentor to help with my child’s behaviour? When faced with behavioural issues in our children, it …

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Nurturing Independence

Nurturing Independence: Striking a Balance Between Child Safety and Freedom to Grow

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As parents, we naturally prioritise the safety and well-being of our children over everything. Our predominant instinct is to protect. However, it is equally crucial to foster the independence of your child and provide them with opportunities to grow and explore the world around them if they are going to be able to navigate the …

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How do I help my child regulate after contact?

How do I help my child regulate after contact?

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It is a commonly asked question when in a co-parenting situation – how do I help my child regulate after contact? Whether your relationship with your child’s other parent is positive, negative or neutral; at various points your child may go through phases of being completely dysregulated on their return from contact. This may show …

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