Children’s Mental Health Week invites us each year to pause, reflect and recommit to supporting the emotional wellbeing of the children in our care. This year’s theme, “This Is My Place,”  shines a powerful light on something every child deserves: a sense of belonging. Belonging is not just about where a child lives or learns it’s about how they feel . Do they feel safe? Seen? Accepted? Supported to be themselves? At Calm Cats, this idea of belonging sits at the heart of ever

Why Self-Esteem, Confidence, and Self-Love Matter As parents, we all want the best for our children. But sometimes, amidst the hustle of daily life, we might overlook the importance of nurturing their inner world. Self-esteem, confidence, and self-love are the cornerstones of a happy, resilient child. These qualities aren't just nice-to-haves; they're essential for navigating challenges, building healthy relationships, and pursuing dreams with courage. A child who believes in

Self-care is a hot topic for adults. We’re always being told we need to look after ourselves, do something for us, have some down time,...

I believe that children should learn about their mental and emotional wellbeing in the same way that they learn to read, write and ride a...

I think you’ll agree with me when I say that these are strange times we are facing at the moment! I’m a full-time home educating mum to...

Some of you may remember that I wrote a blog for Blossom Education back in June with tips to help prepare our children for the start of...

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My daughter came home from Nursery, the first day back after the half term and she didn’t quite seem herself. She wanted me to play with...