by Sarah Fisher | Jun 19, 2022 | de-escalation, getting support, strategies, triggers
“How do I stop myself from getting drawn in when my child is having a meltdown?” This week in a Connective Parenting® NVR session, a parent asked me this question. It’s a great question and one I thought I’d answer here as I know it something that a lot... 
by Sarah Fisher | Jun 6, 2022 | getting support, Mindset, self care, strategies
Hitting rock bottom is horrible. I know, because I’ve been there. I’ve spent time sitting on my bed crying my eyes out, not knowing what to do next or fearful of the future. Sometimes these were ‘little’ blips and I managed to pick myself up... 
by Sarah Fisher | May 6, 2022 | de-escalation, getting support, non-violent resistance, Sibling rivalry, strategies, working together
Sibling rivalry Sibling rivalry is a big issue and it’s one that comes up a lot when I’m working with families. If you’re struggling, you’re certainly not alone. I’m aware that there are not a lot of resources around for to help either.... 
by Sarah Fisher | Mar 15, 2022 | blame, getting support, non-violent resistance, strategies
The blame game: I don’t know about you but I know that I’ve been blamed in the past for my son’s behaviour. The blame wasn’t always obvious, just sideways looks or slowly disappearing from our lives (to be fair, the disappearing hasn’t... 
by Sarah Fisher | Dec 9, 2021 | #christmas, connection, getting support, Holidaytips, Parents, professionals
In my Facebook group over the last few weeks I’ve been sharing tips to help make Christmas as calm as possible, and the ideas shared by parents have been amazing. So, this week I thought I’d share some of their brilliant ideas for making Christmas... 
by Sarah Fisher | Dec 3, 2021 | #christmas, getting support, Holidaytips, parental presence, professionals, strategies
Are you worried about Christmas? Is it a difficult time of year? I know this time of year is hard for many parents. Everything changes and goes a little mad which can be hard to manage. Our children can get overexcited and or very anxious which causes its own...
