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I've learned invaluable lessons about parenting through separation and divorce- the do's and don't to lessen the impact and help our kids thrive. Here are my 10 top strategies.

Divorce can be devastating for children but when handled with empathy, compassion, integrity and with our children’s needs at the forefront of all our choices and decisions, children of divorce can thrive. Parental presence is key.

5 steps to support your child's mental and help them feel heard

Are evenings the hotspot in your family? Do you dream about nights where everything gets done and everyone is calm, relaxed, and enjoying their time together? Try these practical steps to improve cooperation, calm, and connection.

Divorce is stressful for kids, all kids. It’s a crisis in a family and a process full of uncertainty and change, it's therefore not at all surprising that it causes deep emotional reactions including anxiety in our kids. Through understanding, open conversation, and most importantly connection, we can help our children manage their big emotions and thrive.

I had always wanted to be a Mum yet the reality of being a parent was not what I had expected. Beyond the physical exhaustion, I was unprepared for the emotional response I would have. The formula for success I had used in other areas of my life just didn't apply. Here's what I learned

Why does where we put our attention have such a big impact on our children? It's because children are wired to seek our attention and approval. Its an evolutionary thing. We'll motivate them to behave appropriately while deepening our relationship if we give our attention to and acknowledge all the little things they get right. A small adjustment in how we praise our children can reap huge benefits and descriptive praise is the key.

Our teens are sleep-deprived and it's impacting their physical and mental well-being. How can we help our teens get more sleep? Through talking about how their sleep routine impacts their performance, their mindset, their decision making, and their mood. Teaching them about the importance of self-care and taking responsibility for their wellbeing while letting them know that we're there to help.

Adam Grant tells us that 'givers', people who ask ' what can I do for you? are usually the most successful. If this is an important trait for success, and arguably to make the world a better place, then how do we raise 'givers?