{"version":"https://jsonfeed.org/version/1","title":"The Gentle Parenting Coach","home_page_url":"https://thegentleparentingcoach.com","description":"The Gentle Parenting Coach","author":{"name":"The Gentle Parenting Coach"},"items":[{"id":"https://thegentleparentingcoach.com/blog/f/speech-and-language-development-with-your-child","html_content":"

I’m Suzanne, I’m a Speech and language Therapist who specialises in helping children under 5 communicate.

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If you're looking for one simple, free thing you can do today that will genuinely benefit your child's development — take them outside for a walk or to the park.

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​ Does this sound familiar? You finally have a predictable daytime routine, and you know exactly when the kettle goes on for your morning tea and when you might actually get twenty minutes to yourself.

","url":"https://thegentleparentingcoach.com/blog/f/dropping-the-daytime-naps-with-your-toddler","title":"Dropping The Daytime Naps With Your Toddler.","summary":"​ Does this sound familiar? You finally have a predictable daytime routine, and you know exactly when the kettle goes on for your morning tea and when you might actually get twenty minutes to yourself.","date_modified":"2026-04-30T20:00:19Z"},{"id":"https://thegentleparentingcoach.com/blog/f/the-2am-party-how-to-fix-spilt-nights-with-your-baby","html_content":"

The 2 AM \"Party\": A Parent’s Guide to Ending Split Nights 🎈

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​Why is My Toddler Stalling at Bedtime? (And How to Help)

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Gentle parenting has become one of the most talked-about approaches to raising children in recent years. But beyond the social media posts and parenting forums, what does it actually mean to parent gently?

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Have you ever watched your baby mash their banana in their hands, or your toddler paints their whole arm instead of the paper. You have seen the wonder of messy play in action.

","url":"https://thegentleparentingcoach.com/blog/f/the-magic-and-benefits-of-messy-play-for-babies-and-children","title":"The Magic and Benefits Of Messy Play for Babies and Children.","summary":"Have you ever watched your baby mash their banana in their hands, or your toddler paints their whole arm instead of the paper. You have seen the wonder of messy play in action.","date_modified":"2025-11-01T08:09:24Z"},{"id":"https://thegentleparentingcoach.com/blog/f/going-from-one-child-to-two","html_content":"

You may be pregnant and welcoming your second child into your family soon, and thinking how are you going to cope with two children, this is such a normal thought for us as going from one child to two is a big emotional ...

","url":"https://thegentleparentingcoach.com/blog/f/going-from-one-child-to-two","title":"Going From One Child To Two!","summary":"You may be pregnant and welcoming your second child into your family soon, and thinking how are you going to cope with two children, this is such a normal thought for us as going from one child to two is a big emotional ...","date_modified":"2025-08-15T14:46:21Z"},{"id":"https://thegentleparentingcoach.com/blog/f/what-to-pack-in-your-hospital-bag","html_content":"

Congratulations on your pregnancy, pregnancy can bring a lot of emotions and be very mixed during these 9 months, have you thought about what to pack in your bag? Around 36/37 weeks you are advised to have your bag pack ...

","url":"https://thegentleparentingcoach.com/blog/f/what-to-pack-in-your-hospital-bag","title":"What To Pack In Your Hospital Bag? ","summary":"Congratulations on your pregnancy, pregnancy can bring a lot of emotions and be very mixed during these 9 months, have you thought about what to pack in your bag? Around 36/37 weeks you are advised to have your bag pack ...","date_modified":"2025-02-04T12:06:14Z"},{"id":"https://thegentleparentingcoach.com/blog/f/potty-training-and-your-child","html_content":"

Potty training can fill some parents with dread as it can be a complete minefield and they don't know where to start. Whilst also not knowing how their child will do as well.

","url":"https://thegentleparentingcoach.com/blog/f/potty-training-and-your-child","title":"Potty Training And Your Child. ","summary":"Potty training can fill some parents with dread as it can be a complete minefield and they don't know where to start. Whilst also not knowing how their child will do as well.","date_modified":"2024-12-19T13:13:56Z"},{"id":"https://thegentleparentingcoach.com/blog/f/navigating-the-emotional-rollercoaster-of-pregnancy","html_content":"

The most important things that every pregnant Mama needs to know!

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Fussy eating is something that most of us come across with our baby or child over the years, Fussy eating is also known as picky eating and food Neophobia. Food Neophobia is when they reject or refuse new foods! The most...

","url":"https://thegentleparentingcoach.com/blog/f/fussy-eating-with-children","title":"Fussy Eating with children.","summary":"Fussy eating is something that most of us come across with our baby or child over the years, Fussy eating is also known as picky eating and food Neophobia. Food Neophobia is when they reject or refuse new foods! The most...","date_modified":"2024-03-27T16:58:55Z"},{"id":"https://thegentleparentingcoach.com/blog/f/early-wake-ups-with-your-child","html_content":"

An early start to our day is not ideal, especially when it carries on for a few days or more, but this can be very common with your baby or child. Some children are described as larks or owls and that can be genetic but ...

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You may have heard of the term 'Fourth Trimester' It is used to describe the first 12 weeks of your newborn baby's life.

","url":"https://thegentleparentingcoach.com/blog/f/the-fourth-trimester","title":"The Newborn Phase.","summary":"You may have heard of the term 'Fourth Trimester' It is used to describe the first 12 weeks of your newborn baby's life.","date_modified":"2023-12-31T09:27:10Z"},{"id":"https://thegentleparentingcoach.com/blog/f/when-is-it-time-to-wean","html_content":"

\" When can I start solids with my baby?\" is a popular Google question and one that parents tend to also ask on social media.

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Its that time of year when the clocks will soon go back. This brings the early dark nights, temperature changes and other seasonal events like Halloween, Day of the Dead, Diwali, Bonfire night, Christmas and any other ev...

","url":"https://thegentleparentingcoach.com/blog/f/are-you-ready-for-the-clock-change","title":"Are you ready for the clock change?!","summary":"Its that time of year when the clocks will soon go back. This brings the early dark nights, temperature changes and other seasonal events like Halloween, Day of the Dead, Diwali, Bonfire night, Christmas and any other ev...","date_modified":"2023-10-13T19:33:19Z"},{"id":"https://thegentleparentingcoach.com/blog/f/why-childcare-as-my-career","html_content":"

Welcome to my first blog post. My husband asked me the other day why I chose childcare as my career. When I was little I loved my dolls, and barbies and spent ages playing with them. I took my favourite one Alice to Aust...

","url":"https://thegentleparentingcoach.com/blog/f/why-childcare-as-my-career","title":"Why I Work As A Professional Nanny And A Parent Coach.","summary":"Welcome to my first blog post. My husband asked me the other day why I chose childcare as my career. When I was little I loved my dolls, and barbies and spent ages playing with them. I took my favourite one Alice to Aust...","date_modified":"2023-06-08T19:47:40Z"}]}