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Yet I remember that when I was a child I would entertain myself playing outdoors most - [4 easy steps to reduce the toy clutter with the kids](https://zagura.co.uk/toy-minimalism-know-benefits-teach-kids-minimalist-toy-list/) - When it comes to personal stuff, we can easily find ways to declutter and be more minimalist. But when it comes to kids and toy minimalism, things can get a bit complicated because we are not the only ones in charge of what enters the house or what stays in it. I want my kids - [Summer Strategies Every Parent Needs to Turn Chaos into Connection](https://zagura.co.uk/tips-to-strengthen-parent-child-bonds-during-the-summer/) - Parents and children alike often look forward to the summer holiday, yet the excitement and the exhaustion can see all the high hopes crumbling down. The anticipation of a break from the usual routine and the promise of fun-filled days can sometimes lead to frustration and disconnection. As a parent coach and mum of two, - [How to play and boost the connection with your kids while lying down](https://zagura.co.uk/how-to-play-and-boost-the-connection-with-your-kids-while-lying-down/) - Here's a list of games for tired parents that we can play to boost connection with our kids while lying down on the sofa doing… nothing! - [When you lose it with your child, make the most out of it](https://zagura.co.uk/when-you-lose-it-with-your-child-make-the-most-out-of-it/) - This article’s title might sound a bit weird or simply unusual, but bear with me 🙂 Have you ever, as a parent, promised yourself you wouldn’t repeat certain behaviour you had witnessed from the adults around you while growing up? I certainly did when I became a parent. I vowed not to ever get angry, - [Finding Clarity in Parenting](https://zagura.co.uk/finding-clarity-in-parenting/) - We’ve recently watched the 2008 movie, ‘Kung Fu Panda’, as we were getting ready to watch the latest released in the series, ‘Kung Fu Panda 4’. We had watched it before. Yet I had forgotten, or maybe I hadn’t even noticed, the simple, clear, and profound truth Master Oogway (the elderly tortoise) reminds us in - [30+ Advent Calendar Non-candy Ideas for Kids of any age](https://zagura.co.uk/advent-calendar-over-30-activities-for-families/) - An advent calendar is a really fun way to make waiting for Santa a bit easier. Every year, my kids are now counting the days until we put up the Advent calendar that will then help them count down the days until Christmas! Each year on the 30th of November, we get the felt reindeer - [How to support a child through their sadness](https://zagura.co.uk/how-to-support-a-child-through-their-sadness/) - Supporting children through their sadness can be challenging. It is often hard to hear our sweet child say ‘‘I’m sad my friend is moving away” or “I’m sad because a kid at school didn’t want to play with me”. Words like “I’m sad the holiday is over” or “I’m sad my favourite teacher is retiring” - [How to support children towards toy minimalism?](https://zagura.co.uk/how-to-teach-children-about-toy-minimalism/) - Toy minimalism is a decision, it requires thought and intention. It also has quite a few benefits for the children, you can read about them here. So, what can we do to support our children towards toy minimalism and where do we start? Let’s talk about four aspects to consider and how addressing them might help. - [How to naturally be calm when your child is whining](https://zagura.co.uk/how-to-naturally-be-calm-when-your-child-is-whining/) - Absolutely every parent finds out, sooner or later, what whining is, and not because they suddenly remember themselves whining as kids. It may seem like children are experts at whining, as they can do this often and for minutes on end. Keeping calm in those moments can be quite a challenge! Why does my child - [What does hitting children actually teach them?](https://zagura.co.uk/what-does-hitting-children-actually-teach-them/) - Spanking or hitting is a tool that has been used for generations. Even if in some countries it is now illegal, it is still used worldwide with the hope of teaching children ‘a lesson’ of safety, obedience, good manners, self-control and so on. But what do children feel and really learn when they are hit - [How to teach children about recycling - FREE activities](https://zagura.co.uk/how-to-teach-kids-about-recycling/) - Our Planet needs us to recycle and to teach our children about recycling. From old homework assignments to broken toys or old car batteries, our planet needs us to take care of the waste. This is a message that our children also need to learn. We want to leave behind the best possible world for - [How to use play to help your child overcome the fear of dogs](https://zagura.co.uk/how-to-use-play-to-help-your-child-overcome-the-fear-of-dogs/) - The fear of dogs can hold kids back from visiting family or going to the park. You can use play to help your child overcome the fear of dogs. - [How to support children overcome their fear of dogs](https://zagura.co.uk/how-to-support-children-overcome-their-fear-of-dogs/) - Learn how you can use the power of connection and listening and the edge of the fear to support children overcome their fear of dogs. - [The Sibling Solution to Stress-Free Holidays - FREE Masterclass](https://zagura.co.uk/the-sibling-solution-to-stress-free-holidays/) - Monday, 11 December, 2023 - 12:00 pm GMT Join me in this FREE Masterclass for parents and caregivers of multiple children who want to enjoy squabble-free and bickering-free holidays. “The Sibling Solution to Stress-Free Holidays” is for parents and caregivers who want a conscious and peaceful parenting approach that works, one that is gentle, loving, - [Starter Class with Raluca Zagura](https://zagura.co.uk/starter-class-with-raluca-zagura/) - Are you ready to gain a deeper understanding of how we can parent so that we build closer relationships based on respect and connection, raise emotionally aware and resilient children, and build support for ourselves and heal past hurts? This autumn, join a 6-week Starter Class with Raluca Zagura and dive into: Evidence-based parenting strategies - [Tips for Sibling Harmony during the spring holiday - FREE webinar](https://zagura.co.uk/tips-for-sibling-harmony-during-the-spring-holiday-free-webinar/) - Wednesday, 30 March 2022, at 9:30am GMT+1 Join me in a free 1-hour webinar for parents and caregivers of multiple children who want to enjoy squabble-free and bickering-free spring holidays. This webinar is for parents and caregivers who want a conscious and peaceful parenting approach that works, one that is gentle, loving, respectful and science-based. ## Pages - [Welcome](https://zagura.co.uk/) - Supporting you to bring back the joy of parenting, one challenging behaviour at a time, with science-based information, free resources, parenting classes and workshops and so much more! 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