Mind+Moon Blog

Separation Anxiety at the School Gate: What’s Normal and What Helps

School drop-offs can be difficult, especially at the start of a new term. We look at what’s normal when children struggle with separation anxiety at the school gate, what can...

Posted on Sep 14, 2026 By Gemma Coe

First-Day Feelings: Helping Children Feel Ready for School

Starting school, returning after the summer or moving into a new year can bring a mix of excitement and worry. Discover gentle, practical ways to help children feel more prepared,...

Posted on Aug 11, 2026 By Gemma Coe

First-Day Feelings: Helping Children Feel Ready for School

What to Put in a Calm Down Box for a Child: Gentle Ideas for Calmer Bedtimes

A calm down box can help children feel safer, calmer and more ready for sleep. Discover what to include in a gentle bedtime calm kit, plus how to use one...

Posted on May 27, 2026 By Gemma Coe

Why Bedtime Stories Help Anxious Children Feel Safe at Night

Bedtime can be an emotionally vulnerable time for young children. As the day quietens, worries about separation, darkness, or bad dreams often surface. Research shows that familiar bedtime stories can...

Posted on Feb 02, 2026 By Gemma Coe

Why Bedtime Stories Help Anxious Children Feel Safe at Night

Separation Anxiety and Sleep: 6 Gentle Ways to Support Your Child

Separation anxiety is normal, but that doesn’t make bedtime easy. Learn why it affects sleep and explore gentle, practical ways to help your child feel safe, connected, and ready to...

Posted on Sep 11, 2025 By Gemma Coe

Childhood Sleep Anxiety: Why It Happens and How to Help

Bedtime fears are common at every age, but they don’t have to control your evenings. Learn why childhood sleep anxiety happens, how it changes with age, and the simple, gentle...

Posted on Sep 11, 2025 By Gemma Coe