Dyslexia is a specific learning difference that makes reading, spelling and writing feel unusually hard, even with plenty of effort. It’s not about laziness or low intelligence.

For many families, the end of the day can be the hardest part. Just when everyone is tired and hoping for a quiet wind-down, emotions can bubble up fast.

Separation anxiety is a very real experience for some children. It’s more than just a wobble at the school gate; it’s a genuine struggle to feel safe without their parent or caregiver close by. It’s especially common in early primary years, but it can show up at any age.

ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) isn’t just about being energetic, it’s a brain-based condition that affects attention, self-control and organisation.

Dyslexia is a learning difference that makes reading, spelling and writing harder than expected – even when a child is bright, capable and trying their best.

Sensory needs affect how a child processes everyday sights, sounds, touch, taste, smells, movement and more. For some kids, these things feel too much.

When your child is upset, stuck, or hurting, your first instinct might be to jump in and fix it. You want them to be happy. You want to ease their pain. That comes from love.

Neurodiversity simply means brains work in different ways. Some children may be diagnosed with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, or sensory processing issues. Others may not have a label, they just learn or behave differently.

We often think we need to buy things to give kids the best start in life. But when it comes down to what children really need, the things that shape who they become, it’s not in the shopping trolley. It’s in the way we show up.