Coping with being a Parent or Carer
Being a parent is the best job in the world, but it can also be one of the most stressful. There will be days when it all feels a little too much. It's ok to feel this way and there is lots of information to help you manage the challenges ahead.
Parent Club
The Parentclub website contains tried and tested hints and tips like how to cope with being a parent for children of all ages including:
Coping with being a parent | Parent Club
Keeping calm with your child | Parent Club
Dealing With Bad Behaviour | Primary School Children | Parent Club
Family Support Directory | Parent Club
Tips To Avoid A Strop At The Shops | Supermarket Tips | Parent Club
Top Tips To Avoid Those Meltdown Moments | 4-8 Year olds | Parent Club
Telephone/Online Support
As we know it can be good to talk to someone if you are worried about something. You can call the Children 1st Parentline on 08000 28 22 33 or chat to someone on line at www.children1st.org.uk/parentline
These are free services available every day of the year.
Free Online Parenting Course
This free online parenting course for is parents and carers of children aged 0 to 19. The course aims to help parents and carers understand their child’s development, support them emotionally and improve their relationship. For more details and to sign up visit https://inourplace.heiapply.com/online-learning/ and use the code ‘tartan’ to gain free access.
Guide to the new law about physically punishing a child
From 7 November 2020, it is illegal to physically punish a child. Find out more about this new law and what it could mean for you.
Guide to the new law about physically punishing a child | Parent Club
NSPCC Coronavirus (COVID-19) Advice and Support for Parents and Carers
Whether you're working from home with your kids or supporting children with anxiety due to coronavirus, we've got tips and advice for you.