Willow Way Therapy

31/03/2026

Feeling really grateful today! 🙏 💛

I’ve just received this lovely newsletter from Snap, the wonderful charity I’ll be volunteering with- and such a thoughtful surprise to find a chocolate bar included too! It’s little touches like this that show just how kind and thoughtful they are. 🍫

I’m excited to be supporting their drop-in sessions this year by bringing along some play and creative activities. These will be running in June, September, and November. 🎨

The aim is to create a relaxed space where parents and carers of under 5s, as well as those who are home educated, can enjoy a cuppa and a chat while children explore and play. Each parent/carer will still be responsible for their own child during the session. ☕💬

Really looking forward to being part of such a caring community! 💫

30/03/2026

Monday Motivation! 💪

Relationships before rules, connection before correction and inspire rather than force! 💙

29/03/2026

27/03/2026

🌿 Friday Reflection 🌿

This Friday, remember: stay patient, stay curious, and trust that behaviour is communication! 💚

26/03/2026

A great way to end another busy week! 🌿🐾

Fresh air, a bike ride, and some much-needed self care with my four-legged friend! There’s nothing quite like a bit of sunshine to lift the mood, even if it’s a little on the windy side! ☀️💨

Feeling recharged, grateful, and ready for the weekend ahead!

☀️🐾

25/03/2026

Solidarity to any other parents out there whose children are struggling with separation anxiety and/or are finding it difficult to go into school! 💛

It can be such a tough start to the day-for them and for us. 😔

This morning was one of those moments for us, but thankfully my little one has settled well into his day and is feeling ok now 😊

A reminder that these feelings pass, and they’re doing their best, even when it’s hard.

24/03/2026

✨ A Tuesday Thought! ✨

“A good enough parent gives an attuned response 50% of the time for their child to be securely attached.” 💛

Parenting isn’t about getting it right all the time, it’s about showing up, again and again. 🌱

Some days will feel calm and connected, others messy and overwhelming, and both are part of the process.

It’s in the repair, the trying again, and the small moments of connection that truly matter. 🧠💫

You don’t have to be perfect to raise a securely attached child… just present, and willing to come back. 💛

ConnectionOverPerfection

23/03/2026

Monday Motivation! 💪

Every time you help your child go from a place of overwhelm back to calm, you are shaping their brain and nervous system for the future. 🧠💛

Children don’t yet have the ability to fully understand, reflect on, and explain their emotions. Instead, they show us through their behaviour, their bodies, and their reactions.

When we stay present, look beyond the behaviour, and respond with connection, we help build the neural pathways they need to regulate themselves over time. 🌱

These moments of co-regulation become the foundation for lifelong emotional skills… so one day, they can do it on their own. 🙌

21/03/2026

I am excited to share that I will be bringing some play equipment to the Lincoln Snap drop in mornings in June, September and November.

This is such a lovely and supportive group of volunteers who truly value play, creativity and wellbeing!

If you have a family member with additional needs please do come along! Under 5s and home educated children are welcome to come and play but every child is the responsibility of their parent or carer! 🙏💛

20/03/2026

I had such a lovely time yesterday doing a “cuppa and chat” at a local school! ☕💬

It was great to connect with a brilliant group of parents and have open conversations about how we can better support our children with dysregulation. Sharing experiences, ideas, and reassurance with one another really does make a difference. 👍

Thank you to the school for inviting me to speak and to everyone who came along and contributed so thoughtfully. 🙏

These moments of connection and community are so important! 💛

19/03/2026

These puppets have been a firm favourite over the last few weeks!

Through puppets, children can step into another role and express thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a way that feels safe and natural. What might feel too big or overwhelming to say as themselves can often be shared more freely through a puppet. 🙏

Puppets can also:

• Support emotional expression and communication
• Build confidence and problem-solving skills
• Create a sense of distance from worries, making them feel more manageable

18/03/2026

Solo parenting the past few weeks has definitely been a lot… but it’s also made me pause and really notice all the things I am thankful for! 🤍

I’m so grateful for a job I genuinely love and one that fits (mostly!) around my children and the dog, and lets me juggle work and family life in a way that works for us. 🙏

For the friends and family who go the extra mile when my husband’s away- it never goes unnoticed. Even my youngest’s teacher has checked in to see how I am doing! 💛

For my boys, always thankful for all of them! 💙

And for the small things like sunny days, a hint of warmer weather, and moments that break up the tougher ones. ☀️

Like this weekend… attempting to be a “fun, creative mum” with homework and ending up with sand absolutely everywhere 😅 (despite repeated reminders to keep it on the very large sheet… clearly optimistic of me). 🤣