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Safer Internet Day (Tuesday 8th February 2022)

Posted by iChild, January 26, 2022 12:11 PM

The UK Safer Internet Centre runs Safer Internet Day. Schools and organisations can join this event which is on Tuesday 8th February 2022. They have kindly allowed iChild to feature extracts of their articles on our blog. It's a great event, and very important.

Posted by iChild at 12:11 PM in 5-7 Years, 7-11 Years, Early Years, Guest Authors | Permalink | Comments (0)

Men’s Emotional Mental Health & Miscarriage

Posted by iChild, January 12, 2022 10:27 AM

Noel McDermott is a Psychotherapist with over 25 years’ experience in health, social care, and education. Here he writes about the effects upon men during the tragedy of a miscarriage. His article offers advice and support.

Posted by iChild at 10:27 AM in Bumps and Babies, Guest Authors | Permalink | Comments (0)

Existential Threats & Children: How to Help Children Deal with Climate Fears

Posted by iChild, December 02, 2021 9:59 AM

Noel McDermott is a Psychotherapist and International Speaker with over 25 years’ experience in health, social care and education. He shares his article on helping children with their very legitimate fears on Climate Change.

Posted by iChild at 9:59 AM in 5-7 Years, 7-11 Years, Guest Authors, Healthy Living | Permalink | Comments (0)

To trick or to treat?

Posted by iChild, October 26, 2021 7:37 PM

Leading paediatric dietitian, Sarah Almond Bushell, offers her advice on getting goodness into our little ones this autumn.

Posted by iChild at 7:37 PM in 5-7 Years, 7-11 Years, Early Years, Guest Authors, Healthy Living | Permalink | Comments (0)

Physical activity in children can be improved through ‘exergames’

Posted by iChild, September 23, 2021 10:57 AM

The University of Birmingham's School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Science shares their fascinating article on the benefits of 'exergames' (active-play video games) for young people.

Posted by iChild at 10:57 AM in 5-7 Years, 7-11 Years, Guest Authors, Healthy Living | Permalink | Comments (0)

COVID-19 and Teen Mental Health

Posted by iChild, September 02, 2021 6:46 PM

A little older than many of our iChild children - but they'll get there all too soon! Our friends at MyTutor share their article giving advice on how to support our children through those sometimes stressful teenage years.

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Eating Disorders in Children & Young People:

Posted by iChild, August 11, 2021 9:44 AM

Eating disorders in children and young people have risen throughout the pandemic. Psychotherapist Noel McDermott is helping children, families, and communities to spot the signs and to get professional help as soon as possible. Here he shares his article.

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Putting wellbeing at the heart of all we do

Posted by iChild, July 14, 2021 10:45 AM

Caroline Wright, Director of Early Childhood for Bright Horizons, talks about the development of Bright Horizons' exciting and innovative new child-centred curriculum, launching at the beginning of August.

Posted by iChild at 10:45 AM in Early Years, Guest Authors | Permalink | Comments (0)

Step out for Mental Health

Posted by iChild, April 28, 2021 10:12 AM

Place2Be is the UK’s leading school-based mental health charity with over 25 years’ experience working with pupils, families and staff in schools. We’re delighted to spread the word on “Stepping out for Mental Health”. Find out more – get fit, and help support this great cause!

Posted by iChild at 10:12 AM in 5-7 Years, 7-11 Years, Guest Authors, Healthy Living | Permalink | Comments (0)

Coping with grief: Barnardo’s tips for parents about how to talk to their children about death during the pandemic

Posted by iChild, April 07, 2021 10:00 AM

During the Covid-19 pandemic, many more children and young people will be experiencing bereavement. We are pleased to share Barnardo’s tips for parents about how to help their children cope with the death of a family member.