As parents we are constantly being pressured to be perfect. But in trying to be perfect, we risk missing what children really need for lifelong emotional security and what emotional needs a child may be expressing with difficult behaviour. All children have needs but its working out what those needs are. Let me show you how to settle and soothe your child and help you enjoy the difficult journey called parenthood. I provide one on one help in your home or alternatively we can discuss issues over the phone. I can help with sleep problems, nutrition, behaviour problems and even bed wetting issues.
With the arrival of a new baby, life changes dramatically for parents. Babies are trying to adjust to an extra-uterine environment but parents are also trying to adjust to a new life with the added responsibilities of caring for a baby, often with little sleep or assistance. I can help you to connect with your baby right from the start and help you learn to read your baby’s cues and signs.
Babies often have varying amounts of sleep but managing our own sleep or lack of, can be exhausting for new parents. Sleep deprivation is a form of torture so let me help you read your baby’s signs and cues and provide some simple strategies to help them self-settle and self-regulate and survive this first few years and months.
Feeding is a challenge for many parents. However many babies and children show signs of hunger and fullness which we sometimes miss. I can provide information around what is normal for children at different ages and stages and strategies to make feeding time a little easier.
All children behave in ways that we sometimes don’t like. Part of this is normal development but sometimes children can get into bad habits or we can miss those signs that babies or children are tired or maybe need some one to help organise their feelings. Responding and connecting with our children is an important part of making our children feel safe. Let’s discuss your child’s behaviour and let me help you make the most of your parenting journey.