I once asked my friend, who was formerly a counsellor, “Why are you doing this Jimmy? Willing to come out all hours to listen to me cry and be so angry? I don’t understand!”. His simple reply was “One day you will understand.” Until a few years ago, I still couldn’t understand at all whyContinue reading “Why Put Up With Me, Tears and Anger and All?”
Author Archives: Julia
Book Review: Michael Morpurgo’s Mr Nobody’s Eyes
For parents and educators seeking beautifully crafted stories that blend emotional depth with accessible themes for children, Michael Morpurgo’s Mr Nobody’s Eyes offers a tender and thought-provoking journey into friendship, compassion, and the unseen struggles we all carry. Known for his gentle storytelling and ability to touch profound subjects with sensitivity, Morpurgo once again delivers a narrativeContinue reading “Book Review: Michael Morpurgo’s Mr Nobody’s Eyes”
Gently Stopping Thumb Sucking
When my oldest daughter was around four or five, I remember writing a desperate question to a gentle parenting group online. The responses I received left me guilty, ashamed, and in tears. My instincts told me she needed to stop sucking her thumb, yet gentle parenting advice seemed to say otherwise. Torn and overwhelmed, IContinue reading “Gently Stopping Thumb Sucking”
Review of: Santa Claus The Movie Story Book
For parents and educators seeking festive books that capture the magic of Christmas without overwhelming or overstimulating young readers, “Santa Claus The Movie Story Book” offers a gentle journey into holiday cheer. Based on the beloved 1980s film, this storybook evokes nostalgia for grown-ups while opening the world of Santa, elves, and Christmas dreams toContinue reading “Review of: Santa Claus The Movie Story Book”
Celebrating The Christmasaurus Series with Our Home Educated Kids
We home educate three children, aged 8 years and 7-year-old twins. One of our biggest challenges is finding enough books to devour together. The kids love reading, especially when Mummy reads chapters aloud every day. I kid you not! When we find a great book, we want to celebrate and share it with the worldContinue reading “Celebrating The Christmasaurus Series with Our Home Educated Kids”
When Bedtime Becomes a Crying Ritual: What Every Parent Needs to Know
Bedtime has a way of revealing truths that stay hidden in the busyness of the day. For many parents, it’s the moment when a child’s unmet needs and deepest longings surface—not in words we can easily solve, but in tears that ask for closeness and reassurance. In my home, bedtime often means lingering at theContinue reading “When Bedtime Becomes a Crying Ritual: What Every Parent Needs to Know”
When Friendships Don’t Take Root
Friendship in parenthood often feels like a tender seed you hope will grow—playdates carefully arranged, laughter shared in muddy parks, and the promise of something lasting for both children and adults. But sometimes, those seeds never sprout. Even the friendships that start brightly can fade into silence without explanation, leaving children with unanswered questions andContinue reading “When Friendships Don’t Take Root”
Three Little Whirlwinds and a Messy Home: Finding Peace in the Chaos
We often think of tidying as a skill that must be drilled into children—another responsibility for parents to enforce alongside table manners and bedtime routines. Yet what if tidying is less about constant reminders and more something absorbed through experience, modelling, and natural curiosity? Much like learning to read, children don’t necessarily need pressure toContinue reading “Three Little Whirlwinds and a Messy Home: Finding Peace in the Chaos”
Five Children on the Western Front: A Touching Tale of Love, War, and Gentle Parenting Lessons
I remembered watching Five Children and It when I was younger, so when I spotted the book in a charity shop, I bought it. To be honest, Five Children and It felt a bit dull to me, though the kids enjoyed it—especially when I put on a deep rasping voice for the Psammead. They seemedContinue reading “Five Children on the Western Front: A Touching Tale of Love, War, and Gentle Parenting Lessons”
Poem About Child’s Fear of Parent Dying: Night Whispers
As parents, we are often called upon in the quietest hours—when the world is dark and our children’s worries feel the loudest. Gentle parenting isn’t just about the calm moments; it’s about meeting our children’s fears with open arms, even when our own hearts are heavy and tired.
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