Blogpost Archive

Dive into our collection of past blog posts, filled with tips, stories, and insights on wellbeing, education, and more. Whether you’re looking for inspiration or practical advice, you’ll find a wealth of resources to explore here.

  • Supporting Your Child Through Loneliness:A Guide for Parents and Carers

    Loneliness is something every child experiences at different points in their lives, but when it persists, it can affect their confidence, mental health, and overall wellbeing. As parents/carers we must understand what loneliness really is, how it differs from simplyspending time alone and how you can help support your child with empathy and practical strategies.Loneliness…

  • Parent Guide: Tackling Misogyny & Incel Ideology

    Contents How the Guide Meets UNCRC Principles. 1 A Parent Guide – Introduction. 4 1. Key Terms. 4 What is an Echo Chamber?. 5 What Are Platform Dynamics?. 6 2. Warning Signs to Look Out For 7 3. What You Can Do. 8 4. Support and Contacts in Wales. 12 5. Additional Reading. 14 Parental…

  • What’s the Story About Paracetamol and Autism?

    You might have seen news or social media posts saying that a medicine called paracetamol (the pain-relief tablets many people use) causes autism. That can sound worrying—but here’s what you need to know. The Important Facts Why It Matters to Us Stories like this can make some children or families feel worried or even guilty.…

  • Understanding the Recent Headlines on Paracetamol and Autism

    You may have seen recent media reports claiming that taking paracetamol (also known as acetaminophen) during pregnancy causes autism. We know stories like these can be worrying for families, so we’d like to share what the science actually says—and how we can all support our children and each other. What the Evidence Shows If you…

  • World Suicide Prevention Day

    10th September is World Suicide Prevention Day, with this year’s focus on ‘starting the conversation’ and reaching out. More than 720,000 people worldwide lose their lives to suicide each year. Many more will have suicidal thoughts, make plans and/or make attempts to end their lives. Suicide is also the most common cause of death for…

  • Supporting Your Child Through Grief and Difficulties

    1. Acknowledge and Validate Their Emotions 2. Keep Routines Steady Maintaining familiar routines—school (if possible), meals, bedtime—offers a sense of security amidst uncertainty. 3. Encourage Expression Through Creativity Sometimes children can’t articulate their feelings clearly. Encourage them to draw, write, or role-play to express what’s on their mind. Sharing memories or looking through photos can…