Over the past two years, since the coronavirus pandemic, children and young people have been struggling with worries and anxieties more than ever. Whilst parents and carers are struggling themselves, there is the added pressure of the concern over the mental health of their children.

There are some excellent services available, to help young people through these challenging times, such as @youngmindsuk and @mindcharity, and we would also recommend simple things such as taking regular walks with our children, playing board games and having heart-to-heart discussions over dinner or a cup of tea. It's often the little things that we do in our day to day lives that can make a big difference, and remind our children that they’re not alone.

We've put together some conversation starters and meaningful questions that you can ask your children, to create discussions around how they feel, what they worry about, and to improve their self-esteem, confidence and faith.

Feel free to save and share this post, and whether you have a toddler or a teen, comment below for any tips that have worked for you and your children 💛