Burnout not only affects caregivers but can also make it harder to respond with calmness and empathy during a child’s meltdowns. Supporting the caregiver is just as vital as supporting the child because a well-resourced caregiver becomes the foundation for a thriving child.

Parenting is one of the most significant influences on a child’s development. The way a parent interacts, sets boundaries, and responds to their child shapes not only the child’s behaviour but also their emotional, social, and cognitive growth.

Trauma in children can be tricky to spot because it often doesn’t look like what we expect.

As parents, the words we use can either build them up or tear them down.