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Dr Jessica Sewell, Clinical Psychologist

Locality: Ballarat, Victoria

Address: 504 Mair St, Ballarat Central VIC 3350, Australia 3350 Ballarat, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.blossomtreepsychology.com.au/

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25.01.2022 this so much!! Thanks Heart Sparks always love your posts

23.01.2022 I know so many of our kids (and us big people) might be missing out on some pretty important things at the moment. Here is some great advice for parents on what to say and how to help support our kids

22.01.2022 One of the things I love about bedtimes is the opportunity for connection, but on tough days I find It even more important. Crawling into bed with her, having a cuddle, reading stories and kisses goodnight. It’s where I get to make sure she knows she is loved, and we get the chance to reconnect and repair. But it is also when I remind myself that it’s ok to not always get it right, I let go of the Mum guilt, and I remember that tomorrow is a new day

22.01.2022 Simply allowing this process to unfold can be very challenging. As parents we tend to project our desires, unfinished business, and expectations on how things ...were supposed to be onto our children. . Just be mindful of this tendency, and try to focus on your child’s passions and gifts. Not who you wish your child to be, and instead embracing all that they are. See more

21.01.2022 Sending big virtual hugs to everyone out there! I haven’t wanted to add to the overwhelming amount of info in your news feeds right now so have been a little quite on here - but these are fabulous tips from someone who I admire and respect very much. Take care and remember to show yourself compassion during this time - we are all doing the best we can

21.01.2022 OMG this is so accurate!! Even if it’s something they want to do

21.01.2022 Great tips and reminders here for parents of what’s really important right now for our kids - connection with us really important for us big people too!

20.01.2022 Perspective changes the way we respond great visual

20.01.2022 This made me laugh so hard I just had to share!!! Legendary parenting hack!!

20.01.2022 This gave me a little chuckle How’s your week been? I’ve felt a lot like Uncle Stripe in #8 this week & had moments like Muffin in #9 #touchedout #sleepdeprivation

19.01.2022 Im sure I’m not alone in having been overwhelmed by devastatingly sad news coverage over recent months. It’s important we also support our kids when they are exposed to these tragedies. Here are some great tips: ... 1. Limit viewing time, but don't try to keep it a secret 2. Be with them when they are seeing or reading stories 3. Remind them good things happen too 4. Provide comfort and affection 5. Distract them with a game or new activity Check out the article for detailed suggestions

19.01.2022 Excited to watch this! This science is the kind I LOVE being released on Netflix tomorrow!!

19.01.2022 If you’re looking for a way to talk to kids about Corona Virus this is a great resource It’s important to remember that with so many big feelings flying around at the moment our little ones need us to support them too.

17.01.2022 This has floated by in my news feed a few times over recent weeks and each time it has been a great reminder to not only show others compassion but also to ensure I am doing the same for myself. We are all doing our best in a challenging and uncertain time. Sometimes we might feel like we are killing it and other times we need to just take things a day at a time (or even an hour at a time). That is ok. That is enough. Be kind to yourself.

15.01.2022 Get curious, not furious Some great tips here for any parents who are wanting to support their children who may have been exposed to the Tik Tok video that has gone viral today Thanks to Dr Justin Coulson!!

14.01.2022 They are always watching What lessons are your kids learning from watching you? Guaranteed they will pick up some less desirable habits but they will also be learning by watching how you treat others, how you handle big feelings, how you manage challenges, how you treat yourself, how you manage conflict, how you care for loved ones, and the list goes on. ... So perhaps before asking our little humans to improve their behaviour let’s check in with ourselves to make sure we are modelling that behaviour for them

11.01.2022 So yesterday morning was a not so great mummy morning I was tired and grumpy and my beautifully feisty little girl was pushing all my buttons (which were easily accessible and really only needed a light nudge ) She was also picking up on my mood and understandably mirroring it. Sadly when she wouldn’t follow requests I did a whole heap of things I know don’t help and instead let my ‘big feelings’ take control!! I tried to rush her, I expected too much, I made demands, ...I tried to reason with her, I minimised her emotions, I threatened, and I yelled rather than helping her to follow requests I escalated her, created more distress for us both, and everything ended up taking a whole lot longer So that is the ‘what not to do’ and below are some great suggestions to help de-escalate things (even if you’re the one who escalated things ) I was able to eventually catch myself, calm and repair by apologising, validating her emotions and hugging it out. Thank god our little ones are forgiving little souls

10.01.2022 Morning everyone! Here is a beautiful resource for helping kids understand Coronavirus.

09.01.2022 Another great reminder from Mona Delahooke, Ph.D.

09.01.2022 Let them be bored, it so so good for them! If we’ve constantly entertained and want to allow more space for ‘boredom’, initially it may be super hard for us big people to tolerate the likely whining of I’m bored or requests for screens etc but if we can push through, give a few gentle well find something to do we help them learn to tolerate the feeling, work through it, and allow them to find some independent skills and interests

09.01.2022 Such a cool idea!! Going to try this one tomorrow with Miss (almost) 3 and pop them in the freezer for Easter Sunday

08.01.2022 Such a good reminder. I struggle with the mess that’s for sure. This is a great way to remember that sometimes for our little ones the mess isn’t mess at all. (And that’s why I haven’t cleaned up my bombsite of a house )

08.01.2022 Have a child who experiences anxiety? Some fabulous practical strategies here to help support them

08.01.2022 They are always watching What lessons are your kids learning from watching you? Guaranteed they will pick up some less desirable habits but they will also be learning by watching how you treat others, how you handle big feelings, how you manage challenges, how you treat yourself, how you manage conflict, how you care for loved ones, and the list goes on. ... So perhaps before asking our little humans to improve their behaviour let’s check in with ourselves to make sure we are modelling that behaviour for them

08.01.2022 It’s a testing and anxious time for all of us right now. Over the coming days/weeks I will try to share resources and tips on supporting our little people through this time. Please share them far and wide too. This is an awesome resource that basically lists lots of AMAZING resources in the one place with links etc to make things easier. It covers various topics/needs for Kids, Parents, Counsellors and Educators

08.01.2022 Yes yes yes!!!

07.01.2022 For all of our clients a little update to help us contribute to flattening the curve and assist in keeping everyone healthy. Our Facebook page and website also have further info

05.01.2022 When the mum guilt is high remember our kids don’t need a perfect parent in fact they need an imperfect one

05.01.2022 Looking for a way for your kids to remain connected with friends in a safer way online that you can also monitor? This app is now available in Australia

04.01.2022 Anyone else find themselves smiling at people and then realising that the other person can't tell because you’re wearing your mask?! This is such a great collection of ways for us to express ourselves with our masks on!! Thanks School Psyched :)

04.01.2022 A little giggle for Friday

02.01.2022 For those with little ones at home - those behaviours that make you a little (or a lot ) cray cray are all part of normal development. Your little one is doing a HUGE amount of learning in their toddler years!!

02.01.2022 Happy today at 4pm

02.01.2022 Chatting with our little humans, mimicking them, delighting in them isn’t just fun it wires their amazing little brains and teaches them about themselves, others and the world around them. So next time you’re playing with your little human remember you are doing something incredible, you are helping their brain development and shaping their sense of self

01.01.2022 Here are some awesome ideas for indoor play that keeps kids moving movement helps kids (and us big people) to regulate and given the weather is about to become a little cooler and wetter finding ways to get moving while stuck inside will help reduce the cabin fever

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