yourself when talking to your child – they will pick up on your anxiety. Explain to them all the things

Tummy pain is very common in children but can be worrying. Most children will not need any specific treatment and the pain will get better by itself. Tummy pain can be caused by; Constipation A urine (wee) infection A tummy bug Reflux or colic in babies. Sometimes there is no cause and the pain goes away by itself. In older children tummy pain might also be caused by; Period pains Anxiety. Sometimes, tummy pain can be caused by something more serious, such as appendicitis or a twist

A ‘First and Then board’ (sometimes known as ‘Now and Next’) is a strategy that can be used to visually communicate instructions or expectations to a child. ‘First and Then boards’ can help alleviate anxiety related to transitions or changes in routines. The board consists of two sections; what the child is asked to do ‘first’ and then what the child can ‘then’ do once they have completed the first activity. Both activities are represented visually either through the use of objects of reference

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in managing anxiety during any hospital stays and the transition home. At Home The aim will always

can also reduce your child's stress and anxiety. Children and young people with sensory processing

for 13 to 18 year olds, with advice and information about issues like anxiety, stress and OCD

Most children start their periods when they're around 12 years old, but they can start as early as 8. It's important to talk to your child from an early age to make sure they're prepared. Talking about personal subjects like periods can make you and your child feel a little uncomfortable. Remember, periods are completely normal and natural – they're part of growing up. If periods are not talked about within your family, it can create anxiety for your child about what’s ahead. This can

and anxiety Bedtime Worries Night Time Fears Some children go through times when they have bad

these feelings can be hard to deal with. You may have struggled with low mood and/or anxiety before. to a professional. Some people might mainly have low mood, others will struggle to deal with anxiety as well. Anxiety can show itself when you; Feel restless, scared and like something bad will happen. Have