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Children experience many different emotions each day. Sometimes these feelings can grow very big, very quickly. When this happens, children often need support from a calm adult to help them feel safe and settled again. This is where co-regulation comes in. What is ...

Learning about toileting and the body can feel like a big job for children (and families!). Watching a video or playing a game can make the learning process easier, and much more fun. Here are some videos and apps you might find helpful when teaching your child about the toilet and to help them ...

Toileting regression can be a confusing and frustrating experience for parents and caregivers. You may have celebrated your child’s success in becoming toilet trained, only to find they suddenly start having accidents again or resist using the toilet altogether. The good news? This phase is ...

Many families are surprised to learn that toileting is one of the most common areas where children need extra support. In particular, neurodivergent children frequently experience toileting challenges, which are often multifaceted and require a gradual, individualized approach. That’s where having ...

Puberty can feel like uncharted territory for any family! It often comes with its own unique learning experiences for each child and parents/caregivers. Here’s some of our key tips on how to help your neurodivergent child understand puberty and their body, with clarity, compassion, and ...

Have you ever tried to explain to your child why they’re feeling so exhausted, even if they haven’t run around all day? Or why one day they can cope with noisy places, but the next day it’s all too much? As your child gets older, we want to help them understand their body and their ...

Once your bathroom is set up for success (see Part 1), it’s time to focus on preparing the most important part of the equation - your child! Part two of our toilet training series dives into how to support your child to understand the toilet and learn about their body. This blog is packed with ...

If your child is starting to show interest or readiness in using the potty or toilet, now’s the perfect time to set them up for toilet training success. This blog is full of practical tips to create a kid-friendly bathroom environment to help make the journey smoother—for both of you! Feeling ...

We’ve all had those moments when our child is melting down, refusing to listen, or acting out in a way that appears completely irrational. In these times, it’s tempting to jump straight into trying to fix their behaviour, and help them understand how to fix the problem. But what if we’re ...

How often have you asked- "Do you need to go?" "Have you done a wee/poo?" "Do you need to get changed?" "Could you go and change your clothes?" and get the answer “NO!” from your child? Yep - it’s common. Sometimes this might be because they don't want to stop and interrupt ...