Whilst doing some research for the real day job earlier this afternoon, I came across some NHS advice for parents in the Greater Glasgow Area. It's called
Triple P Parenting, which stands for Positive Parenting Program. It sounds a bit American, in fact it was developed at the University of Queensland in Australia and describes itself as "a system of easy to implement, proven parenting solutions that helps solve current parenting problems and prevents future problems before they arise" according to the
1990's styled website. It's a user friendly approach, to help parents who are struggling with any aspect of raising a family. Whether you just need a simple solution to a particular problem, or are having serious problems and have no idea where to start to look for help, Triple P is being suggested as the place to go. Advice can come in free group sessions, or in regular organised
seminars or podcasts.
I thought I'd share this post as this is all news to me. I'm not sure whether it's something I'd use myself, but it may be a saviour for many struggling parents out there. I probably would have run to the nearest seminar on Tantrums a few weeks ago when TT was at her worst! I just read
these tips on toddler taming, nothing new or revolutionary, but maybe just what the doctor ordered on a tired and frazzled day when you just want to run away. But can't, obviously. If you want more detail follow any of the links above or see
this outrageously outdated leaflet.
Me, I preferred Super Nanny US. Taught me everything I needed to know whilst simultaneously making me feel like the best mother on earth in comparison to some of the families on the show! Nasty? But true.
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| TT's best friend and neighbour dancing on her birthday - cute! But entirely unrelated to this post! |
