Even Mummy Cries

Naomi Hunter, 2016

Related to Parental mental illness

‘Even Mummy Cries’ is a beautifully illustrated storybook which explores issues surrounding mental health and wellbeing to young children in an age-appropriate way.

‘It is reassuring in nature, explaining to children that they are not to blame for any sadness experienced by their parents. In addition, it encourages parents to openly express their sadness with their kids without feeling guilt or shame.’

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Even Mummy Cries

Naomi Hunter, 2016

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Supporting parents who have poor mental health

Advice for Early Childhood Workers Supporting Families with Parents who Experience Mental Illness

Communicating with your toddler or young child when you have a mental illness

Climate change-related worry in children and young people: What does the research evidence say?

Highlights in child mental health research: August 2024

Highlights in child mental health research: May 2024

Highlights in child mental health research: March 2024

Primary health strategies for working with children who present with ADHD concerns

Highlights in child mental health research: September 2023

Highlights in child mental health research: August 2023

Highlights in child mental health research: July 2023

Highlights in child mental health research: June 2023

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