LGBTQ+ Friendly Books and Podcasts for Children and Families

LGBTQ+ Friendly Books and Podcasts for Children and Families

For families looking to explore LGBTQ+ themes in a positive and accessible way, there are lots of books and podcasts that offer engaging stories, diverse characters, and valuable lessons about acceptance and love. Whether you’re looking to introduce these topics to...
Summer holiday routine tips for children

Summer holiday routine tips for children

Hi everyone, its Sue here! Ahead of the summer holidays, I wanted to share some tips that are particularly useful for children who have experienced trauma. It is important to change your idea about holidays. Previously it may have meant rest, relaxation and a break...
What does additional needs actually mean?

What does additional needs actually mean?

We joined 21 other VAAs across the UK to create an advice guide around adopting children with additional needs. Alongside this we thought we would shed some light on the meaning of ‘additional needs’ which we felt important to include within this advice...
Managing the build up to Christmas for adopted children

Managing the build up to Christmas for adopted children

Christmas can be a time of excitement and fun for the whole family – especially children! But for some children it can be stressful and triggering which can spill over into exhaustion and show in children’s behaviour. Here are a few tips and thoughts that...
Dyspraxia – what is it and what support is available?

Dyspraxia – what is it and what support is available?

Developmental co-ordination disorder (DCD), also known as dyspraxia, is a condition affecting physical co-ordination. It causes a child to perform less well than expected in daily activities for their age, and appear to move clumsily. DCD is thought to be around 3 or...