Nat's Nurture Hub

15/03/2026

1:1 Wellbeing & Mental Health Support for Children

I offer individual, child-centred support for children who may be struggling with their wellbeing or mental health. Sessions can take place in education settings or at home, creating a safe and familiar space for the child.

Each child is unique, so support is tailored to their individual needs, interests and communication style. Sessions may include a mixture of approaches such as:
• Lego-based activities
• Sand play
• Drawing and talking
• CBT-informed techniques
• Creative play and conversation
• Coaching strategies for ADHD and ASD

I have experience supporting children who may be experiencing:
• Anxiety
• Bereavement and loss
• Trauma and attachment difficulties
• Self-harm and suicidal thoughts
• The impact of fostering or care experiences
• Neurodivergence including ADHD and ASD

The focus is always on building trust, helping children feel understood, and developing healthy ways to express and manage emotions.

✨ Limited availability currently.
If you would like to discuss support for a child, please feel free to get in touch for an informal conversation.

14/03/2026

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Help Natalie Wood raise money to support Mind

13/03/2026

1:1 Wellbeing & Mental Health Support for Children

I offer individual, child-centred support for children who may be struggling with their wellbeing or mental health. Sessions can take place in education settings or at home, creating a safe and familiar space for the child.

Each child is unique, so support is tailored to their individual needs, interests and communication style. Sessions may include a mixture of approaches such as:
• Lego-based activities
• Sand play
• Drawing and talking
• CBT-informed techniques
• Creative play and conversation
• Coaching strategies for ADHD and ASD

I have experience supporting children who may be experiencing:
• Anxiety
• Bereavement and loss
• Trauma and attachment difficulties
• Self-harm and suicidal thoughts
• The impact of fostering or care experiences
• Neurodivergence including ADHD and ASD

The focus is always on building trust, helping children feel understood, and developing healthy ways to express and manage emotions.

✨ Limited availability currently.
If you would like to discuss support for a child, please feel free to get in touch for an informal conversation.

07/03/2026

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This March, I’m taking on a big challenge walking 100 miles in March to raise money for Mind 💚

Mental health support has never been more important than it is right now. So many people are struggling quietly with stress, anxiety, depression, and overwhelming life pressures. Services like Mind provide essential support, advice, and a voice for those who need it most but they can’t do it without funding.

That’s why I’ve decided to put one foot in front of the other and turn 100 miles into something meaningful.

Over the 31 days of March, I’ll be walking every day in the rain, the cold, the sunshine (hopefully!) knowing that each mile is helping raise awareness and vital funds for mental health support.

If you’re able to donate, no matter how small, it would mean so much. Truly, every pound makes a difference. Whether it’s the cost of a coffee or a larger contribution, it all adds up and helps Mind continue their incredible work.

If you can’t donate right now, sharing this post also makes a huge difference 💚

Let’s remind people that they’re not alone. Let’s support mental health. And let’s make these 100 miles count.

Thank you so much for your support it means more than you know.

05/03/2026

This March, I’m taking on a big challenge walking 100 miles in March to raise money for Mind 💚

Mental health support has never been more important than it is right now. So many people are struggling quietly with stress, anxiety, depression, and overwhelming life pressures. Services like Mind provide essential support, advice, and a voice for those who need it most but they can’t do it without funding.

That’s why I’ve decided to put one foot in front of the other and turn 100 miles into something meaningful.

Over the 31 days of March, I’ll be walking every day in the rain, the cold, the sunshine (hopefully!) knowing that each mile is helping raise awareness and vital funds for mental health support.

If you’re able to donate, no matter how small, it would mean so much. Truly, every pound makes a difference. Whether it’s the cost of a coffee or a larger contribution, it all adds up and helps Mind continue their incredible work.

If you can’t donate right now, sharing this post also makes a huge difference 💚

Let’s remind people that they’re not alone. Let’s support mental health. And let’s make these 100 miles count.

Thank you so much for your support it means more than you know.

01/03/2026

https://www.justgiving.com/page/natalie-wood-2?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL&utm_campaign=lc_frp_share_transaction_fundraiser_page_donation_received_-_nth_donation

This March, I’m taking on a big challenge walking 100 miles in March to raise money for Mind 💚

Mental health support has never been more important than it is right now. So many people are struggling quietly with stress, anxiety, depression, and overwhelming life pressures. Services like Mind provide essential support, advice, and a voice for those who need it most but they can’t do it without funding.

That’s why I’ve decided to put one foot in front of the other and turn 100 miles into something meaningful.

Over the 31 days of March, I’ll be walking every day in the rain, the cold, the sunshine (hopefully!) knowing that each mile is helping raise awareness and vital funds for mental health support.

If you’re able to donate, no matter how small, it would mean so much. Truly, every pound makes a difference. Whether it’s the cost of a coffee or a larger contribution, it all adds up and helps Mind continue their incredible work.

If you can’t donate right now, sharing this post also makes a huge difference 💚

Let’s remind people that they’re not alone. Let’s support mental health. And let’s make these 100 miles count.

Thank you so much for your support it means more than you know.

01/03/2026

https://www.justgiving.com/page/natalie-wood-2?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL&utm_campaign=lc_frp_share_transaction_fundraiser_page_donation_received_-_nth_donation

01/03/2026

And so the challenge begins with just under 5 miles
Please take a look at my page and donate if you can, every little helps

https://www.justgiving.com/page/natalie-wood-2?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL&utm_campaign=lc_frp_share_transaction_fundraiser_page_donation_received_-_nth_donation

Help Natalie Wood raise money to support Mind

01/03/2026

So thankful to anyone that can donate to such a fantastic charity.
100 miles starts today (fingers crossed the spring weather appears soon) https://www.justgiving.com/page/natalie-wood-2?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL&utm_campaign=lc_frp_share_transaction_fundraiser_page_donation_received_-_nth_donation
❤️

23/02/2026

Tantrums: Staying Calm When Emotions Run Big

Tantrums can feel overwhelming loud, messy, and unpredictable. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or caregiver, they can test your patience in seconds.

But here’s something important to remember: a tantrum is not a child being “bad.” It’s a child being overwhelmed.

Tantrums usually happen when emotions outgrow skills. A child may not yet have the words to say, “I’m frustrated,” “I’m tired,” or “This feels unfair.” So their body says it for them through tears, yelling, stomping, or shutting down.

The goal during a tantrum isn’t to win.
It’s to regulate.

Here are calm ways to manage tantrums:

1. Regulate yourself first.
Your calm is the anchor. Take a breath. Lower your voice. Slow your movements. Children borrow our nervous systems. When we stay steady, it helps them settle faster.

2. Keep words simple.
In the middle of big emotions, long explanations don’t work. Try short, steady phrases:
“I’m here.”
“You’re safe.”
“I can’t let you hit.”
“We’ll figure this out.”

3. Hold boundaries with empathy.
You can validate feelings without giving in to unsafe behavior.
“I see you’re really mad. It’s okay to be mad. It’s not okay to throw.”

4. Don’t take it personally.
Tantrums are about regulation, not disrespect. The child isn’t trying to ruin your day they’re struggling to manage their feelings.

5. Teach later, not during.
When calm returns, that’s the time to talk about better ways to handle frustration. During the storm is not the moment for lessons.

Tantrums are a sign that a child needs support, not shame. Over time, consistent calm responses help children build the skills they don’t yet have naming emotions, asking for help, taking breaks.

It won’t always feel smooth. You won’t always respond perfectly. But every time you choose calm over control, you are teaching something powerful:

Big feelings are manageable.
Hard moments pass.
And someone steady is here to
help.

21/02/2026

There are days in education when the challenges feel louder than the progress. The missing assignments. The side conversations. The eye rolls. The behavior that tests your patience before 9:00 a.m. On those days, it can feel easier to focus on what’s going wrong than on what’s quietly going right.

But the truth is: every student carries something good into the room.

Sometimes it’s obvious the student who eagerly participates, helps a classmate, or turns in work early. Other times, it’s hidden beneath frustration, insecurity, or a tough exterior. The student who blurts out answers may be bursting with curiosity. The one who never puts their head up may be protecting themselves from embarrassment. The class clown might be craving connection more than attention.

Seeing the positive doesn’t mean ignoring behavior. It doesn’t mean lowering expectations or pretending challenges aren’t real. It means choosing to look deeper. It means asking, “What strength is hiding here?” instead of “What’s wrong with this kid?”

When we intentionally search for strengths, something shifts.

A student who “never listens” becomes a leader when given responsibility.
A student who “talks too much” becomes a gifted communicator during presentations.
A student who “doesn’t care” lights up when the work finally connects to their interests.

Students often live up or down to the way they are seen. When they sense that we believe there is something good in them, even on their hardest days, it plants a powerful seed. Over time, that belief can become their own.

This mindset takes practice. It requires pausing before reacting. It requires separating the behavior from the child. It requires remembering that growth is rarely linear.