PARENTING HOW-TO
Understand the feelings.
Find a way forward.
For parents of children aged 0–10
Support for the everyday moments when your child’s behaviour leaves you wondering how to respond.
A PhD in Education. 33 years working with children.
A mother’s understanding. A grandmother’s perspective.
What to do.
What to say.
How to respond.
EVERYDAY MOMENTS
What feels hard today?
You don’t have to figure out every difficult moment on your own. Start with a situation you recognise. Explore what may be happening for your child and for you, and find practical ways to respond with understanding and clear boundaries.
BIG FEELINGS
When “no” brings tears.
Look at the feelings behind an outburst and what your child needs from you in that moment.
BOUNDARIES & CONNECTION
When everyday life becomes a battle.
Make room for feelings while keeping limits clear and understandable.
YOUR OWN REACTIONS
When you’ve reached your limit.
Your feelings matter, too. Parenting support starts with understanding what is happening for both of you.
MY APPROACH
Support for the parent.
Room for the child.
I explain why a response may help, show what it could look or sound like in an everyday situation, and offer ways to adapt it to your family. The aim is to strengthen your understanding and confidence in making your own parenting decisions.
A CLASSROOM PERSPECTIVE
33
years
Of listening. Of noticing.
Of working with children and their parents.
THE PERSON BEHIND THE WORDS
Hi, I’m Tanya.
PhD in Education
Teacher · Mother · Grandmother
My work brings together 33 years in the classroom, my experience as a mother through every stage of childhood, and now my perspective as a grandmother. I know the everyday joys and challenges of raising a child, and how much understanding and support parents themselves need along the way.
A MORE PERSONAL NEXT STEP
Tell me what’s
happening.
Some situations need more personal support. Ask about a Personalized Parent Action Plan: written guidance to help you understand your child’s behaviour and consider your next steps.
Personal guidance, entirely in writing.
IN YOUR MESSAGE
Start with
three things.
01 — Your child’s age.
So the guidance fits their stage.
02 — The moment that’s hardest.
What happens, and how each of you responds.
03 — What you’ve already tried.
And what you would like to understand better.