by JennyEid al-Fitr: connecting with family during lockdown
Eid Mubarak from Grayfords Family Solicitors! This year you’ve probably experienced a Ramadan like no other. With Eid approaching it may be tougher to not have family and friends around. Hopefully it has brought you closer to your loved ones and just goes to show the importance of selflessness and having people who care.
by JennyHow to adjust as a new parent in lockdown
Any parent will tell you that having a baby is one of the most wonderful, yet difficult experiences you’ll ever face.Dealing with the sleepless nights, new routines and what can feel like tidal waves of emotion, can be hard at the best of times. During lockdown, when it’s not possible to call on the support of family (other than via video chats), it’s understandable that many new parents...
by JennyChildren and grief, how to explain death/loss to your child
The government’s daily announcement of deaths caused by the Coronavirus has prompted many of us to think about death and our mortality in a way we may not have done before. Tragically, many families will have been affected directly by the loss of a family member and many of us will know somebody who has been seriously ill as a result of contracting the virus. For children, coming...
by AdminVideo: How can I cope with quarantine and an abusive partner?
There have been worrying figures made available regarding the COVID-19 lockdown and the devastating effect it is having for victims of domestic abuse.
by Jenny“Don’t fight, love your children”
Children are likely to be affected by the coronavirus pandemic and living in their household. According to Hollywood actress, Goldie Hawn “we have to manage our emotions”. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-uyT8JxZTQ
by JennyManage quarantine as a single parent
Being a single parent can be difficult enough, even when you’re not enduring Covid-19 related restrictions. Now, with your friends and family not able to step in and help as they used to, day to day life may well at times feel somewhat overwhelming. So, In order to help you cope during these unprecedented times, here are our top tips for managing quarantine as a single parent.Create...
by JennyProviding for your family and surviving financially during lockdown
If someone had told us all only a few months ago that we’d be locked down in our homes, only allowed to leave for essential items and once-a-day exercise, we’d probably have laughed and thought they were crazy. Covid-19 has resulted in restrictions to our lives, the likes of which the vast majority of us have never previously experienced. As well as the obvious health crisis, we also find...
by Jenny Sacaj