Parent Appointments

Practical advice that works, a listening ear, and ongoing support when things get challenging. My approach is rooted in responsive parenting and teaching, and a thorough knowledge of child development.

support for you

How I can help...

  • Advice on children’s big emotions. When we support children to handle their emotions, life becomes smoother for everyone, plus we help children to develop great coping strategies for the future.
  • Strategies for coping with tantrums, meltdowns, and conflict including with siblings. Learn ways to respond that reduce stress, increase connection and lay the foundations for future relationships and well-being.
  • Help with sleeping, eating, toileting and coping with change. These can all cause significant stress for parents and I can offer practical ideas - plus support for you - to reduce this stress.
  • Advice on how to boost children’s emotional well-being, to proactively set them up for a resilient and happy future.
  • Support with making family life calmer - reduce shouting and stress, increase positive communication, and boost everyone’s sense of well-being!

What I Offer

Practical advice

Effective strategies based in 25 years of professional experience with children and families, as well as my own experience as a parent.

A listening ear

I offer a non judgemental space to talk, reflect, and support you in making a plan that works for your family and your current challenges.

Ongoing support

I am available via WhatsApp for 2 weeks after our coaching session to ensure you have ongoing support and guidance.

help them feel loved

How I Work

My starting point is always to listen to the hopes and values you have for your family life, your parenting & your child. I advocate for meeting children’s needs to help them feel loved, safe, supported and respected so they can develop resilience, self worth and inner happiness.

My approach is based in following what is right for your child, and the whole family. I don’t believe in trying to sell you quick fix solutions that might work short term, but can end up actually causing more problems down the line.

I will always be honest with you & will give you accurate information based in child development to help you make the right decisions for your child and family.

Please note - as a trained holistic sleep coach and emotion and behaviour specialist, I work gently and responsively. I don’t advocate cry it out, extinction or sleep training approaches, and my approach is rooted in responsive parenting and teaching. 

Sessions, Fees and Booking

Sessions are 60 minutes long and are carried out on Zoom. I offer appointments during the week, and have a limited number of Saturday appointments available as well. Fees are £95 per session and include a written follow up plan, access to the Childhood Understood facebook community, plus 2 weeks of WhatsApp support.

If you wish to book 3 sessions in advance, the total fee for all 3 sessions is £250 (a saving of £35). To book 6 sessions in advance, the total fee is reduced to £525 (a saving of £70).

Please email hello@childhoodunderstood.com if you have any questions and to book a session.

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