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Conscious parenting

Parenting is one of the most rewarding and challenging jobs there is. But children don’t come with a manual of instructions. Parents need support and encouragement in this valuable role.

Parenting styles

Understanding temperament

Staying calm with kids

Putting it all together

SKIP’s approach is based on six things which children need from parents to help them grow into happy, capable adults.

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  • Love & warmth

  • Talking & listening

  • Guidance & understanding

  • A structured & secure world

  • Consistency & consequences

  • Limits & boundaries

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