5 Top Books to Help Children Understand Their Feelings Better

Anxious child

Most of us look back on our childhoods fondly, reminiscing about blissful carefree years. But, in reality, childhood can be a time of stress, anxiety, and early signs of mental health difficulties. According to the NHS, one in eight (12.8%) five to 19-year olds had at least one mental disorder when assessed in 2017. This … Read more

4 Signs That Your Child Has Imaginary Friend

Imaginary Friend

Have you ever wondered who your child is talking to every time they play by themselves? One minute, you are playing with your child, and he asks you to move for Brandon, his invisible friend. Well, similar to the stories in mysteriousheartland.com, children’s imaginations begin as early as two to three years of age. At … Read more

What to Do if your Child is Performing Poorly at School

performing poorly at school

Like adults, children can experience ups and downs in their working lives. There are multiple outside factors which conspire to disrupt them or set them on the wrong track during their early academic lives. Whether your child is very bright, average or has additional needs, there is every reason to support them to aspire to … Read more

Top Tips to Help your child settling into Primary School

Starting School

The Summer and its infamous six week holiday came and went in a whirlwind, and we are now in the early stages of an autumnal September. With the end of Summer and the beginning of September, comes a monumental stage in many parents and children’s lives like – the first day of school. It can … Read more

How to Help Your Child Make New Friends

Friends

Starting a new school and making new friends can be an anxious time for children. Although some children are naturally sociable, many children suffer from shyness, which can hinder their ability to develop friendships. Fortunately, this is something that parents can help children to overcome, using a few simple techniques. Developing Social Skills Read on … Read more