Nature and Child Development
Life in a city can feel busy, overcrowded, and fast paced. But even in the larger cities, like London there are parks, gardens and playing fields for children and adults to let off steam, reduce stress, take a breath, feel the fresh air, and connect with nature. And if you live further away from a […]
Emotional Intelligence: Building Skills
Self-awareness means Equipped to deal with emotions Good communication skills Knowing own strengths and limits Listening and seeing other perspectives Positive demeanor Tips for building self-awareness Move out of your comfort zone and try different things. When you are out walking, notice what is going on around you. Reflect on your thoughts and how feelings […]
Healthy Hug-a-Bug Relationships
Becoming a parent can be an overwhelming experience when thinking about attachment and bonding, as well as feeding and sleeping in the beginning. Then there’s education, dealing with behavior or the friendship groups and how well your child fits in. Never mind the physical and psychological considerations from coughs and colds to the more serious […]
Emotional Support Technique: Role Modelling Emotional Expression
As you read Hug-a-Bug stories, encourage your little bug to talk about how they think the characters feel in the book. When they tell you they are Happy, Sad, Angry or Frightened, ask them how they know. Ask them to show you. Your child might tell you that they notice a specific facial expression or behaviour. Ask them what they […]
Ethos of Hug-a-Bug World
Hi, I am Julia Keys, the author and founder of Hug-a-Bug World. I am also a parent and counsellor with more than 20 years’ experience. In that time, the most familiar words I have heard are: ‘I don’t feel good enough.’ At the root of this phrase is a lack of self- belief that can negatively impact […]