Welcome to part 2 of my story as a shell-shocked parent who recently learned that her young daughter had been bullied at school pre lockdown… When I shared my previous post, I felt helpless and confused. I had to choose between ‘the flight or fight response’ and I went with …
International Family Literacy Day
One of my most cherished childhood memories was receiving a personalised storybook from my parents. It was the very popular fairytale, ‘Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs’. I was over the moon to own a book that had me and my best friends featured in it. It had vibrant illustrations …
Parent Testimonial – Bullying Part 1
Today I write as a parent, as I thought this story would surely resonate with any parent following the Sethu adventure.Yesterday evening I had an argument with my eldest daughter regarding cleaning up her toys and books after using them. My daughter Anaaya, is usually a bright, loving, understanding child, …
Caring For The Carer – Therapists Also Need Support!
Author: Madhura Joshi| December 19, 2020 In psychotherapy and counselling sessions we meet many different people, whatever our personal circumstances at the time, we actively listen to the narrations without judgement or prejudice, which are often filled with a mass of complex emotional and personal content. This can include difficulties …
Mummy! Look I’m a Big Girl Now!
Author: Giselle Lobo| December 15, 2020 Helping your child become independent through self-care skills can create a tremendous sense of achievement as well as boost your child’s self-esteem. However, it is hard to do that when your child has a disability, especially a disability that makes carrying out these skills …