Welcome back to Term 3. I hope everyone had an enjoyable break.

To complement my last article about mindfulness, I wanted to share with you a new resource from Smiling Mind that can be used at home.

Smiling Mind have released Digital Kids Care packs for children aged from 5-12 years.

These packs contain practical evidence-based tools to promote positive wellbeing in a changing world.

The link below will take you to the website to then register for access to the relevant pack.

Smiling Mind Kids Care Packs

If you feel that your child has experienced a change in their wellbeing and you are concerned about them there are a number of options available to you to assist them.

1. Organise an appointment with your GP to discuss your concerns - and for a possible referral to counselling support.
2. Talk to your child’s teacher about a possible referral to the Wellbeing Team at school. All referrals are discussed within the team to identify the best option for support. These options include short-term support with the school counsellor, engagement with the student support worker, assistance from the Additional Needs team or a recommendation that you see your GP for an external referral.
3. Contact with Parentline or Kids Helpline to talk through any concerns.