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How to navigate work life after having a baby

Written by Natasha Kitson, Maternity Mentor. Returning to work after having a baby is a journey marked by challenges, adjustments and a whole new perspective on what work-life balance truly means. I don’t believe it truly gets the recognition it deserves, and employers often expect us to work as if we haven’t just had time out to birth and raise a small human. For many new mums, this period involves navigating a complex mix of excitement and apprehension as they step back into the professional world while balancing the (often wholly demanding) needs of their new family.

BabiesRebekah Frankcom5 November 2024parenting, families, parenting tips, baby, new baby, support, primary care giver, You time, Seraphine, returning to work, maternity leave, inclusive workplace, work life balance, self care, parent network, new mum

When to tell the children about your divorce

Written by the experts at Wayman & Long Solicitors. As parents, we go above and beyond to ensure our children are happy regardless of what we might be going through as an individual or as a couple. Unfortunately, going through a divorce is an emotionally complex and daunting process that can be increasingly difficult when there are children involved.

Despite knowing that divorce is the right thing for your family in the long run, there is a fear of hurting your children in the process. Thankfully, there are ways you can make the process easier for your children, starting with telling them in the right way, at the right time.

In this blog, we are going to share our advice for when to tell your children about the divorce. We will also share additional tips that may make the process a little easier.

10 ways to help tackle tricky behaviour after nursery or school

Written by Claire Burgess, Family Consultant. As parents and carers we can often see our little ones have a meltdown after a day at nursery or school. This is known as ‘after-school restraint collapse’ and happens when children, who have been holding it together all day, finally let out all their pent-up emotions when they return to their safe space at home or when they see you and feel safe to relax and show how they are feeling.

How do I get my toddler to understand my C-Section?

Written by Claire Burgess, Family Consultant. Navigating life with a toddler after a C-section can be challenging, especially when it comes to helping them understand your recovery. Here are some practical tips to make the transition smoother for both you and your little one.

Babies, SiblingsRebekah Frankcom22 August 2024parenting, families, parenting tips, child's perspective, life skills, behaviour, new baby, sibling, C-Section, Csection, new mum, new parent

How to handle children using swear words!

Written by Claire Burgess, Family Consultant. When your child uses a swear word for the first time, it can trigger a range of reactions. Some parents may find it funny, while others might feel shock, disappointment, or embarrassment (or a mixture of all of these feelings). However, it's essential to understand that children often experiment with language as they learn and grow.

BehaviourRebekah Frankcom7 May 2024parenting, families, parenting tips, top tips, behaviour, behaviour and emotions, toddler behaviour, kids behaviour, children's behaviour, behaviour blogs, behaviour webinar, kids using swear words, swearing, searing in front of kids, kids swearing, children swearing

Navigating inheritance rights and contesting wills

Written by Helen Thompson, Partner, Myerson Solicitors. Contesting a will is a complicated matter, deeply intertwined with the concept of testamentary freedom in England and Wales. This principle, rooted in long-held tradition, grants individuals the right to distribute their estate as they see fit, without requirements to adhere to strict shares or family expectations. Yet, as family dynamics evolve, with the rise of blended families and changing relationships, the landscape of inheritance rights becomes increasingly complex.

Making a will when you have young children and what you should know

Written by Big-Ki Wong, Partner, Myerson Solicitors. If you have young children, are you aware of the legal position as to what will happen should you die without leaving a Will and the importance of making a Will?

Making a Will is the most common way to appoint guardians for your children and to have control over how your estate passes on your death, ensuring that your children inherit and are provided for in the way that you intend. Myerson Solicitors’ Wills, Trusts, and Probate team explore the importance of making a Will and provide their top tips on how to create a valid Will that protects your children.

Are you using grandparents for childcare?

Written by Claire Burgess, Family Consultant. Childcare is usually at the top of any parent’s mind whether they just need someone to have the children for them to go to an appointment or if it is more permanent for them to go back to work. This is often where grandparents come in. They might offer to help or you might find yourself in the position where you ask them - either way there are a few things to consider when thinking about using grandparents (or indeed friends / other relatives) for childcare.

GrandparentsRebekah Frankcom8 January 2024parenting, families, parenting tips, top tips, listen, communication, tolerance, communications, problem solving, grandparent childcare, grandparents, grandparent tips, grandparent relationships, open communication, family childcare, childcare, grandparents childcare

How to develop your child’s communication skills

Written by Kate Burgess, Speech and Language Therapist. Language and Communication development in children is a phenomenal process. Babies go from having an instinctive, reactive cry to being able to use hundreds of words in short phrases by the time they are three years old. And it continues to grow and develop well into primary school and beyond.

For some children, this process happens smoothly without parents and carers feeling like they’re doing anything ‘extra’ or ‘special’. Just chatting along to your child, reading books, singing songs and hey presto! Language is developing.

Health, OtherRebekah Frankcom14 November 2023parenting, families, parenting tips, behaviour, routine, consitency, parent consultations, speech development delay, speech and language, speech, language, speech and language development, speech and language tips

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