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Family Health and Wellbeing
When a couple becomes a family, a whole new arena of concerns and issues can open up. It can often be both an exciting and a bewildering world of new experiences and ideas- for parents and parents to be- to comprehend.
In the family health and wellbeing section, we will attempt to give parents the real facts and useful information to support them on navigating this exciting journey. Whether you are a new parent with a young baby, or have older children, there is a diverse range of interesting and enlightening articles for you to read.
'Tis the Season to be Jolly
Christmas has been ranked sixth on the scale of the most stressful life events.Beverley Hamilton, Life Coach, believes we can choose how to respond to this by changing our perception and expectations.
The benefits of Gymnastics
Adam Reynolds, explains that, as well as improving fitness, strength and body control, gymnastics classes can provide additional psychological benefits.
Children and constipation
Nutritional Therapist, Kate Arnold, explains the common causes of constipation in children and offers practical advice to treat the problem
Stammering FAQs
Find out more about stammering, who is affected, what the causes are and the treatment in this article from the Men's Health Forum.
Bonfire night safety
First aid trainer, Simon Elphick, reminds us how to be safety conscious around bonfires and fireworks, how to treat minor burns and recognise when medical help is required.
Strategic Wellness Planning
Try out a little self-coaching with this simple exercise to start off a strategic wellness plan, from Laurence Davies, Life Progress Coach.
Exercise might help your academic performance
Sports and exercise psychologist, Helen O’Connor, explains why regular exercise can have a positive affect on academic performance
Tips for keeping ‘Back to school’ stress-free
Starting school or going back after the long Summer break can be a stressful time in many family households. Read these tips to help you minimise the stress levels for both parents and children.
Delicious smoothie recipe
Try this scrumptious smoothie recipe from Duncan Banks at High Barn Oils.
Little life savers
Drowning is the third highest cause of accidental death among children in the UK. Here is some potentially life-saving advice for parents and carers from Ali Pountney.
Eating Disorders: a guide for parents
Each year, thousands of young people develop eating disorders. Sarah West presents this factsheet for any parent who is worried about their child’s eating habits.
Men Get Eating Disorders Too
Sam Thomas, Founder of ‘Men Get Eating Disorders Too’, discusses issues surrounding the apparent rise in the number of men being affected and the possible risk factors involved.
How to get back into cycling
If you want to get fitter, it helps if you choose something you like and find a goal. Peter Mabe reports on cycling from Glasgow to Edinburgh.
Miscarriage - An interview
This interview with Ruth Bender Atik, from the Miscarriage Association, provides knowledge, information and facts about miscarriage, the impact it has, causes and treatment.
One in four strokes happen to younger people
Eileen Gambrell, from charity Different Strokes, explains that 25% strokes occur in younger people and children. Read 36 year old Mum, Caroline’s experience.
Healthy travelling – top tips to stay well
Now that summer is on the way, it is important to remember some items to include in your travel bag to help you and your family have a safe, fun summer.
Children's meltdowns: Part 2
Part 2 of Meltdowns by psychologist Dr Susan Ashley, explores techniques and strategies to help prevent or lessen the frequency of meltdowns.
Family and Friends
Clare Evans introduces Part Six of her nine part inspiring Time Management series dealing with the 'Family and Friends' section of the life balance wheel.
The benefits of trampolining
Trampolining is fun and a great way to stay fit! Learn about the benefits of Trampolining to your health in this article by Adam Reynolds.
How to reduce travel and holiday stress
Read this article by Graham Finch-Parsons and learn how to have a fabulous stress free holiday!
Food Safety and E.Coli
Britons are being urged to be extra vigiliant about food contamination since the outbreak of E.coli around Europe. Read this article by Sarah West, Nutritional Therapist
Children's meltdowns: Part 1
Meltdowns is a two part article by psychologist, Dr Susan Ashley. The first part outlines how meltdowns develop, how to interpret the meaning and respond appropriately.
Angry Teens or Should that be Tweens?
This article by Linda Bolland, addresses how anger emerges and is expressed specifically in teenagers. Read and learn how you can understand this age group and manage their anger more effectively.
Why is it so hard to shift the baby fat?
Fat loss expert, Livia O’Toole, presents some misconceptions about weight loss and advises on how to go about getting the body you want - if you follow a plan and allow time.
Immunisation Part 3: What are the side effects?
Sarah West, nutritional therapist and writer, looks into the side effects of immunisation in the final part of her three part series about immunisation.
How do you cope when someone close becomes sick?
We can all learn from this inspirational account of one family’s experience of coping when a family member was diagnosed with an incurable brain condition.
Gardening and more...
Dawn Banks, professional gardener, describes the physical and psychological benefits of gardening. Gardening can help focus ones attention and be a source of relaxation. Find out more...
Ten rules for raising happy children
Annie Henderson, psychotherapist, presents ten practical and useful rules for parents. If you already know some of them, then use this as a useful reminder!
Glue Ear – a common cause of hearing loss
Robert M D Tranter FDS RCS, Consultant ENT Surgeon, gives an in-depth explanation of this common hearing problem that may affect one in four children
Water Therapy for children with special needs
Read this article to find out why swimming can be so beneficial for children with special needs.
Exam Stress?
Psychotherapist, Chris Hollis, gives an overview of exam stress and suggests some ways in which we can manage our stress and give support to others
Cervical Cancer – HPV Vaccine
Kathryn Colas explains who is most at risk from the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) and why the HPV vaccine has been introduced for teenage girls.
Martial Arts and children
Martial arts expert, Catherine Payne, explains why martial arts training can be beneficial to many children.
Common childhood ailments
A practical guide by Sarah West to four common childhood ailments - headlice and nits, warts and verrucas, threadworms and gastroenteritis
Your Children and sleeping
Sarah West, Nutritional Therapist, gives insights to all those parents who are struggling with their children's sleeping habits. Read on to learn the do's and don'ts and how to resolve them. Sweet
Exercise tips for the busy mum
Tanith Lee, health, fitness and lifestyle coach, gives some practical advice for busy mums about the importance of prioritising themselves and their fitness, with tips on getting started.
Why does my child get back ache?
Chiropractor, Jean Luc Lafitte, explains why it is so important to look after and check our children's spine and posture, to avoid problems in later life.
Immunisation: Part one - the history
Sarah West, Nutritional Therapist and writer, looks into the history of immunisation and the vital role it has played in prevention and public health. This is part one of a three part series to tell
Eating well, living well
Baback Zand, Personal Trainer at the Gym Group, West Hampstead, outlines how important your nutrition is to achieving your fitness goals. Read on to learn some of his top tips...
On your bike!
Paul Osborne, Sustrans Director of School Travel, gives parents lots of useful information to assist them to get their children cycling safely as another option to help their children avoid becoming
Acupuncture and unexplained infertility
Yvonne Darnell, Acupuncturist specialising in Fertility treatments, discusses Acupuncture, how it works and how it could help couples overcome many infertility problems.
How to increase your chances of conceiving
Sarah West, Nutritional Therapist, looks at infertility, the possible causes and how nutritional support could assist the process.
Benefits children can get from golf
Neil Plimmer, Golf Coach specialising in working with children, describes his innovative methods to bring his beloved sport to a younger audience in a really beneficial way.
Glue Ear in children
Ear, Nose and Throat specialist, Julian Hamann explains in depth about this common condition in children, and gives useful insight into diagnosis, treatment and prevention.
Health visitors and family wellbeing
Are you an ex Health visitor looking to return to work but do not know how? Then read on. This article from NHS London gives invaluable information about the importance of the health visitor role
Bullying: Taking Positive Action
Bullying can affect those involved for the rest of their lives. West Sussex Action Against Bullying give useful advice for parents and carers.
Ovarian Cancer Update
Each year 6,800 women in the UK will be diagnosed with Ovarian cancer. Dr Sharon Tate, Health Awareness Coordinator at Target Ovarian Cancer, explains more about this disease and the symptoms every
Postnatal Exercise Do's and Don'ts
An important list of Do's and Don'ts for postnatal exercise, by Judy DiFiore and Rachel Berg, leading exercise professionals dedicated to providing safe, specific and effective exercise for mums and
What is postnatal depression?
Our clinical director has compiled a definitive overview of what constitutes postnatal depression. Get an insight into this difficult condition.
Top Tips for giving your Kids great teeth
Dr Rob Endicott, Phobia Dentist, Shares top tips for parents about how to avoid tooth cavities and dental phobia for their children.
Q: Is one more pill the answer?
Durwin Banks, Food campaigner and producer of organic Linseed products, highlights the issues around diet and public health. He wants to spark the debate about society's emphasis and investment in
How to 'Be Your Best'
Sally Gunnell always aimed to just do Her Best, an approach which brought her great success. Read her article for some useful insight into the importance of building self-esteem.
Baby Steps to get back on track!
This step-by-step guide includes gentle, specific exercises that are safe for new Mums to do before and after your GP check by Judy DiFiore and Rachel Berg, leading exercise professionals dedicated to
Time and your Health
Clare Evans introduces Part Two of her inspiring Time Management series dealing with the important 'Health' section of the life balance wheel.
The BIG Issue: Childhood obesity
With childhood obesity on the rise, Phil Banister, explores the serious implications of this worrying trend and offers useful advice to parents.
Sleep Disorders
There are many different sleep disorders, some serious enough to interfere with your normal life. Over the next few months we will be featuring a number of articles on sleep related topics.
Get your children active.
Amanda Frolich, children's activity instructor and owner of Amanda's Action Club, gives parents loads of great ideas on how to get active and have fun with your children.
Beat the common cold
Nutritional Therapist, Sarah West, discusses the importance of eating nutrient rich foods and lists some very useful homemade immune-boosting remedies!
Post Natal Depression interview
An interview with a Mum who has suffered with Post Natal Depression, providing insight into the condition and the effect it had on both her and her family.
Manage your time to improve your life!
The first of a series of articles by Business coach and author Clare Evans, on how to achieve a better work/life balance. Read over the next 12 months to get an insight into all areas of your
What is vitamin D?
Sarah West, Nutritional Therapist, gives insight into how vital Vitamin D is to our body and how we can ensure we get enough to keep us healthy.
Immunity boosting foods and recipes
Debbie Fitzgerald, our resident chef and caterer, gives you some really good ideas how you can incorporate immunity boosting foods into your everyday diet to help you fight off the winter bugs.
The benefits of baby swimming
Swimming instructor, Ali Pountney, describes how both you and your baby can benefit from taking them swimming while still very young.
The Skin - a vital organ.
Our health professional Sarah West details the importance of the skin as a vital immunity organ.
Interview: Managing eczema in children
Eczema affects 5 million children and adults in the UK every year. Read about this 35 year old Mother’s experience of looking after an 18 month old child with eczema. She has set up her own range of
Focus on skin: Eczema
A highly individual dry skin condition, which varies from person to person and comes in many different forms.
Chocolate, in its raw state, is good for you!
Galia Orme tells us all about the health benefits of chocolate when used in its raw state ... yes, really ladies!
The benefits of baby yoga
Hannah Wright writes about the benefits of baby yoga for your baby and you, and explains what a baby yoga class involves.
Physiotherapy: A solution to lost bladder control after child birth
Susannah Staples MCSP, explains that these problems are much more common than we realise and there are solutions.
Weaning your child
Nathalie Patey BA MA DNN, Nutritional Therapist (and mum of two), offers some useful advice for weaning your baby.
Five a day
Nutritional Therapist, Shirley Ward, explains the importance of encouraging our children to eat healthy food from a young age.
Benefits of baby massage
Emma Nash writes about the importance of stimulating your baby’s senses and presents a step-by-step guide for you to do baby massage at home.
Mothering the mother: yoga for postnatal recovery
Fiona Tasker explains how gentle post-natal yoga can aid a mother's recovery after birth and beyond.
Acupuncture and pregnancy
Yvonne Darnell, BSc,MBAcC, Lic Ac, MBFS, explains how acupuncture may help couples who are experiencing issues with infertility.
How to lose weight without losing your patience
A fascinating article by hypnotherapist, Sarah Turner DHypPsych, about our relationship with food and weight.
Physiotherapy for after childbirth
Caroline Gallehawk MCSP, writes about how women’s health physiotherapy can help a woman get her body back to optimum performance after having children.
Recipe: Vegetable frittata
A nutritious, vibrant recipe to try that contains four tasty vegetables, from nutritionist Shirley Ward.
A woman's experience of Asthma
The interviewee is a 34 year old woman, who works as a Montessori Nursery Manager. She has suffered from Asthma all her life. Read about her experiences of the condition and how she has managed it.
Practical parenting tips
Professional coach and parent, Anna Golawski offers parents some useful tips and reminders.
Achieving a good work life balance for employers and employees
Professional coach Anna Golawski offers some useful advice on balancing your work and home life.
Fertility facts
Some interesting facts and advice to help you with conception.
The ‘E’ Word
Useful ideas from Emma Buckley about getting your children to exercise.
