There’s a kind of tiredness many parents struggle to explain. It isn’t always physical. It doesn’t disappear with sleep. And it often lingers even on days when “nothing much happened”. If you’ve ever ended the day feeling inexplicably drained - even though you didn’t do anything particularly out of the ordinary - this blog is for you. Because a huge part of parenting work happens quietly, invisibly, and without acknowledgement. It’s called emotional labour and most parents a

If you’ve ever found yourself lying awake at night replaying the day, wondering whether you handled something “right”… this is for you. If you’ve ever read one article that says do this , another that says never do that , and a third that makes you feel quietly judged for even asking… this is for you too. And if you’ve ever thought, Why does everyone else seem to know what they’re doing except me?   I want to gently say this first: You're not doing parenting wrong. You are do

Starting school is a major milestone for any child, and for many families, it brings a mix of excitement, pride, and worry. While some children stride into their new classrooms with confidence, others take longer to feel secure. If your child has started school but does not seem to be settling, you are not alone. Many children need more time, reassurance and support than we expect, and there are positive, practical steps you can take.

Bio: With over 30 years of experience in early childhood education, I am Twinkl's National Lead for PVI Early Years Settings, Childminders, and Parents. I am deeply passionate about the well-being and development of babies and young children, particularly during their crucial first 1000 days. My career journey is diverse, encompassing roles as a local authority consultant, manager, university lecturer, school trustee, and early years advisor, as well as various positions with

This latest report, Teaching RSHE in the Home: Perspectives, Practices, and Support Needs of a Sample of Home Educators in the UK, explores how home-educating parents approach Relationships, Sex and Health Education (RSHE) and what support they need to do it confidently.

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Get ready to hit that subscribe button! We're thrilled to announce the arrival of our brand-new podcast series, RECAP , this weekend!...

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Shingi Kandi Shingi is a PhD student conducting research on embedding outdoor learning in special schools for pupils with complex,...

Dr Sarah Wall Since joining Anglia Ruskin University (ARU), Sarah has taught a range of education-based courses, predominantly those...

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