Self Care

Mindfulness

There is an increasing evidence base that Mindfulness can have an impact on parenting stress and can have the effect of improving compassion  and the capacity to be present in the moment. These qualities are considered vital to maintaining an openness to a child with attachment difficulties. Oxford Mindfulness Centre are offering a free weekly on-line session which will then be available to listen to again as a free podcast.

A Guide to Sleeping with Coronavirus Anxiety

When you’re feeling anxious it’s difficult to sleep and if you find yourself tossing and turning at night you aren’t alone.  Sleep is important, however, for your mental and physical health and this article provides some strategies you can use to get more sleep, even in troubling times.