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Hi, I’m Angie and I started working for Polaris Children’s services in April 2017 as an Independent Support Administrator, moving on to Senior Administrator Assistant. I started working here at Adopters for … A week in the life of Angela Timmins

Same Storm, Different Boat Keeping afloat during lockdown Some of you may have seen the tweet by author Damian Barr relating to the coronavirus pandemic that has been shared on social media across the … Self Care with Heather Liveston

An adopted child’s early experience can often mean they will struggle with day-to-day relationships. Instead of traditional parenting techniques, adopted children require a style of parenting which is more sensitive to their needs and helps … Kirsty’s corner – A different kind of parenting

With Mairead O’Sullivan, AfA CEOPs Ambassador. Screen time can be an easy way to keep children entertained during this difficult time. Many people are struggling with activities that provide entertainment and fill in some of … How to manage children’s screen time.

We want to share with all our adoptive parents, this very helpful guide was written by Lily Pryer and Francesca Chong. It is designed to helps adults to engage with … A Parent’s Guide to Black Lives Matter

You cannot pour from an empty cup! How we react to stress… When we are faced with a threat, we become stressed and our body experiences a surge of adrenaline, which is … Looking After Yourself in Times of Uncertainty

A book review by Kirsty Cooke Adopty Mum is written by Elena Holmes. It is an honest and at times humorous account of dealing with infertility and moving on to adoption. The book … Kirsty’s book corner – AdoptyMum by Elena Holmes

It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the death of George Floyd, a Black American man who was killed through the actions of a white police officer in Minneapolis on May … Helping children understand and respond to racism

By Katie Sprague With all the guidance an advice circulating regarding homeschooling, I thought it would be a good idea to review a website that myself and my 4 year old son … Website Review – Teach Your Monsters to Read

So, now the government has said that schools will not reopen fully until September in the attempt to ensure Covid-19 doesn’t face a second wave of large scale infections.  This prolonged period … How to help children through isolation and lock down.

How to manage your child’s anxieties. In the weeks ahead, parents will begin returning to work as lockdown restrictions easing of Coronavirus restrictions may create, or heighten, anxieties and fears. From an emotional … Returning to work after lockdown

The mental and physical benefits of mindfulness are widely recognised, not just for adults but for children too. The word “mindfulness” can be scary, and you might be thinking “my children will never do that.” … Mindfulness Activities for Children