Exam stress! With Will Petty from Bonas MacFarlane
Louisa, our lovely listener, got in touch to ask us to record a podcast on how best to support children and young people who are preparing for exams and so here it is! We spoke with Will Petty from Bonas MacFarlane Education all about this. Will is so easy to listen to and had some fabulous stories and tips to help our young people manage exam stress.Will has been with Bonas MacFarlane since 2009, advising countless families from around the world on gaining places at leading UK independent schools. His expertise has been sought after by prestigious firms including UBS, Coutts, and Sotheby’s. Will originally started as a tutor himself so has seen exam stress first hand with students and we felt very lucky that he agreed to share his extensive knowledge with us!We talked with Will about:Not adding to the pressure your children are already feeling!Not going on holiday in the Easter holidays...(too late if you are there, but one for next year’s students!).Making sure there are time off days (especially if you have a really studious child) and how to plan this and the dreaded revision timetable.Not trying to be teacher and parent (be a parent as much as possible) and the benefits of a private tutor if budget permits.Focussing as a parent on your child/ren’s wellbeing and not putting your own emotions and pressures on to them – being the safe space they need.The importance of the last parent’s evening before the exams (and trying to make sure your child is as well).How having treats is really important to ‘take the lid off the pressure cooker’.Options for additional support.Ignoring the little Timmys..!!Wills top 3 tips for parenting during the exam periods.All about Bonas Macfarlane and how they support students and families with tuition and more.Bonas MacFarlane’s website: https://bonasmacfarlane.co.uk/en/Instagram @bespokefamily / @bonasmacfarlane_Facebook @bespokefamilyFor information about a Bespoke Family Parent Consultation click here: https://www.bespokefamily.co.uk/parent-consultations ‘Your Guide to...’ (our downloadable webinars including behaviour, toilet training, sleep and more)This podcast is produced by Decibelle Creative
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Only children!
Our lovely listener Jacqueline messaged us with the topic of only children as a podcast idea and here we are! We talked about: One and done – why more families are choosing to have just one child or more than one child. Only child stats from Canada - https://www.bbc.co.uk/worklife/article/20230110-only-child-or-siblings-one-and-done Becks and Rich initially just wanting one child (and ending up with twins!). Other reasons families might make the decision to only have 1 child. Claire – the reason everyone should only have 1 child 😉 An article about only children on BBC science - https://www.sciencefocus.com/science/only-children Our thoughts on whether only children are spoilt? Reasons people might think parents should have more than 1 child. Jacqueline – next time someone asks you if you are going to have another child – get them to listen to our podcast! Get in touch if you have a topic you’d like us to talk about! Instagram @bespokefamily Facebook @bespokefamily For information about a Bespoke Family Parent Consultation click here: https://www.bespokefamily.co.uk/parent-consultations ‘Your Guide to...’ (our downloadable webinars including behaviour, toilet training, sleep and more) This podcast is produced by Decibelle Creative
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Allergy anxieties with Davina Steel
We talked about: Davina’s background and how she came to write her book (details below) Davina’s own interest in allergies and her award-winning baking background! Whether we are seeing an increase in allergies in both adults and children and why this is. Parental anxieties around allergies and how to help with this. How it's important that children learn to advocate for themselves. How knowledge is key to help with parental anxiety around allergies and also to educate your child about their allergies. Allergy awareness when out and about and how trust in the restaurants etc is very important. Bullying and allergies and some things to do in order to help keep your child safe. The importance of support groups online. Have you ever seen a bee with hives? A book about allergies for everyone from age 8 to 80! Davina’s recommendation – Dr Helen Allergy Instagram @bespokefamily Facebook @bespokefamily For information about a Bespoke Family Parent Consultation click here: https://www.bespokefamily.co.uk/parent-consultations ‘Your Guide to...’ (our downloadable webinars including behaviour, toilet training, sleep and more) This podcast is produced by Decibelle Creative
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Nightmares and Night Terrors!
We talked about: Whether we remember having any nightmares or night terrors (Becks had quite the pre-sleep routine!) Claire’s dreams (poor James!!) The differences between nightmare and night terrors and what happens Why someone might have a night terror and why you shouldn’t wake them up Nightmares (what these look like and when they happen) and vivid dreams (Claire’s dad calling the cows in for example!!) When you would get night terrors checked by the GP Things you can do to help prevent nightmares / night terrors How nightmares can be caused by trauma When to talk with your children about worries Our Amazon store (for books and worry / sleep things!) - https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/bespokefamily Our blog – Is my child having a nightmare or a night terror? I’m scared – another episode you might enjoy / find useful! Instagram @bespokefamily Facebook @bespokefamily For information about a Bespoke Family Parent Consultation click here: https://www.bespokefamily.co.uk/parent-consultations ‘Your Guide to...’ (our downloadable webinars including behaviour, toilet training, sleep and more) This podcast is produced by Decibelle Creative
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Post-natal Depression with Laura Canty, author of ‘Something to live for’
**In this episode we discuss suicide and depression - if these are tricky subjects for you then please do look after yourself and maybe skip today's episode or listen when you feel ready.** This episode with Laura is very emotional and insightful one, with moments of humour - we hope you enjoy it. We spoke with Laura about:Her situation now as a single mum with 2 children, sharing their care with her ex-husband. What happened when Laura became pregnant with Arthur, the birth (by c-section) and coming home. The moment she decided she didn’t want to leave the house and a few days later when she decided the solution would be to end her life.How her feelings were towards Arthur and when she told her friend how she felt. The series of thoughts that went through her head and how she would live hour by hour. How she felt like a fraud when the doctor told her she needed help (and ongoing!). The round the clock care she received before being supported by the peri-natal mental health team, suicidal thoughts and then how she agreed to be admitted to a mother and baby unit. Laura’s experience of being in the unit (she was there for 3 months). The different types of postnatal depression and how dads can have post-natal depression too. Why Laura wrote the book and what post-natal depression looks like. The ongoing support Laura received. Getting pregnant the second time, what that meant and how it felt when she had Willow. Routine and how it can help. How important a support system is. You can buy Laura’s book on Amazon here (and in all good bookshops) - Places to get support - Association for Post-Natal Illness / PANDAS FOUNDATION UKInstagram @cantylaura @bespokefamily Facebook @bespokefamily For information about a Bespoke Family Parent Consultation click here: https://www.bespokefamily.co.uk/parent-consultations ‘Your Guide to...’ (our downloadable webinars including behaviour, toilet training, sleep and more) This podcast is produced by Decibelle Creative
Newborn to Teen and Everything Inbetween - it does exactly what it says on the tin! Join childcare experts Becks and Claire for practical advice about how to communicate with children, at all ages.
There can be a lot of pressure to 'get it right' when it comes to children, which can be quite daunting! Whether you’re a parent, a teacher, TA or childcare worker, or just looking to gain a better understanding of the world through a child’s eyes, Becks and Claire have 25 years of childcare experience to share with you. Listen for reassurance and support to help you navigate tricky conversations, challenging behaviour, complex emotions, and the general day to day pressures of raising and working with children.
This is a judgement-free zone - you won't find a one-size-fits-all rule book here! The perfect parent doesn't exist, but in their family consultancy business Bespoke Family, Becks and Claire believe that a child centred approach which recognises and respects individuality is the best way to enable families to thrive. Join Becks and Claire for accessible, light-hearted and well researched advice and guidance on the various ways we can tackle the ups and downs of life with children (they've got a great sense of humour too, so if you love a laugh you're in great company!)
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