At Kids Life Studio®, we're all about making things feel personal, warm, and welcoming from the very start. That's why we've crafted a friendly and systematic 10-Step process to take new families through our Play Based Coaching programme. Our special approach helps us ensure that every child and their family feel supported throughout their journey with us, from the first hello to celebrating their achievements and beyond.

I would say that our 10-Step process is like building a cozy, sturdy house together. We start by laying down a strong foundation for our coaching relationship, making sure we understand every child's unique needs and dreams. This way, we can plan, track, and cheer on progress, aiming for real, meaningful growth that we can see and celebrate together.

These steps are our secret sauce to making sure nothing slips through the cracks. They help us keep everything running smoothly, especially the behind-the-scenes stuff, so we can focus on what really matters – supportin...

In a world that often emphasizes safety and security, the concept of encouraging children to take risks might seem counterintuitive. However, at Kids Life Studio®, we believe that learning to navigate risks is a crucial part of a child's development. Risk-taking, when supported in a healthy and balanced way, can foster resilience, creativity, and independence in children, preparing them for the challenges of adulthood.

First and foremost, it's essential to differentiate between healthy and unhealthy risks. Healthy risks push children slightly out of their comfort zones in a controlled environment, allowing them to explore their capabilities and limits. These can range from trying a new sport, engaging in public speaking, or solving a complex problem without immediate assistance. Unhealthy risks, on the other hand, can endanger physical or emotional well-being and should always be avoided.

As Kids Life Coaches, our role is not to shield children from every potential hazard but to guid...

People buy for a variety of reasons, especially when it comes to products and services related to family and parenting, like those you offer as a Kids Life Coach. Understanding these reasons can help you tailor your content and offerings to better meet the needs and desires of your target audience. Here are the 6 key reasons why parents might be drawn to your offerings:

1. Solve a Problem or Meet a Need: Many parents and caregivers are on the lookout for solutions to specific challenges they face in family life, whether it's dealing with behavioural issues, enhancing communication within the family, or finding effective ways to support their child's development. Your courses, coaching programs, digital downloads, and newsletters can offer valuable strategies and insights to address these concerns.

2. Desire for Improvement: There's a strong desire among parents and caregivers to improve and be the best they can be in their roles. This includes seeking out resources that can help them...

*Trigger warning* 

I have lost two family members to suicide. I have over the years worked with children who have been suicidal. I have had friends who have told me they have been suicidal and I have lost friends to suicide. I have heard of friends who have lost family members to suicide and I have had clients who have lost parents to suicide. I have supported a teen client when he was suicidal and on top of a building ready to jump. (Read the chapter on "No building tall enough" in my book Secret Parent for the full story on this teen.)

Yes, sadly I have been faced with lots of suicide in my life AND I myself have been suicidal....

Perhaps you have been suicidal to?

I know what it is like and at the time, the feelings are real, dark and intense. I don't see myself as a weak person but there have been times in my life that I have felt hopeless.  That is why every year on World Suicide Prevention Day, 10 September, I find solace in knowing that despite losing so many valuable souls ...

I often get asked by novice coaches and students who do their Kids Life Coach Certification with me: "What is the biggest mistake you can make as a Kids Life Coach"

My answer always goes something like along the lines of...

"Imagine a world where every child's dream is nurtured into a possibility, where the sky's the limit, and encouragement fuels their journey. As a Kids Life Coach, you play a pivotal role in this magical process. Yet, even with the best efforts to inspire and motivate, there is a small pitfall that can stop a child from reaching their full potential."

Then they ask me what I mean and I start throwing two pertinent questions back at them.

Question 1:  "What is your dream?"

The answers range from building an orphanage to having a thriving coaching practice to doing what I love to earn an income so that my family can have better opportunities. In all my years of asking this questions, I have found that no two dreams are the same. Sometimes the dreams are small and...

Children's perceptions of challenges can vary widely based on their developmental stage, personality, and past experiences. A a Kids Life Coach, acknowledging and validating these feelings is the cornerstone of the effective support you provide. Whether facing academic difficulties, social conflicts, or transitions such as moving to a new school, each challenge presents a unique learning opportunity. 

Having coached children for well over two decades, I have come to learn a lot about what excites them, how they think and why they behave in certain ways for different reasons. One of the super powers you will need to master as a Kids Life Coach is seeing the world through a child's eyes. Doing this will get the results you need quicker than you would if you keep your "adult problem solving hat" on. 

Children are beyond wise and when we look and see what others don't see and we listen and hear what other's don't hear, we are on our path to coaching a child towards being the leader of th...

In celebration of International Youth Day 2024, coming up on Monday, 12 August we're turning the spotlight to a topic close to our hearts at Kids Life Studio® and linked very closely to our mission: nurturing responsible and empowered digital citizens from a young age.

As we navigate an increasingly digital world, the role of technology in our children's lives has never been more significant. It's our collective responsibility as a global collective of Kids Life Coaches to guide them in becoming savvy, safe, and ethical users of digital spaces. This extends not only to the children we coach, but also to the parents who seem to feel overwhelmed and perhaps a little clueless as to the best pathway to navigating the potential toxic impacts of their children engaging in an online world. 

Creating empowered digital citizens is not only about coaching children about how to manage their technology time, but it is also about looking at the ethics behind mindful online consumption. Let's face...

Treading water can make you fit, but it can also leave you feeing exhausted and building resilience in yourself is important as a Kids Life Coach so that you can stay on top of your game to support children to do the same.  

Life, is like a vast and endless ocean and at times it presents a series of currents and waves that children must learn to navigate. This means learning to tread water in these varying conditions becomes crucial for child development and wellbeing. At Kids Life Studio®, we champion the use of Play Based Coaching® as a lifeline, helping children to not just stay afloat but to swim confidently through the waters of life.

Just like treading water is a fundamental skill for swimming, play is the foundational element through which children engage with and make sense of the world around them. It is through the joy and freedom of play that children learn to express themselves, confront challenges, and interact with others. Play Based Coaching® taps into this innate mode...

Mistakes, often cloaked in the guise of failure, are in reality the stepping stones to growth and learning for individuals of all ages. In the realm of Kids Life Coaching, understanding and leveraging these moments of error can significantly enhance the developmental journey of young coachees. 

First and foremost, it's crucial to acknowledge that making mistakes is a universal experience. No one, regardless of age, expertise, or stature, is immune to error. This shared human experience provides a rich foundation for empathy and understanding in the coaching relationship. By recognizing our own vulnerabilities to error, you can foster a more authentic and supportive environment for coachees to explore their own growth.  Kids Life Coaches should model how to handle mistakes gracefully. By sharing your own experiences with errors and your lessons learned, you can demonstrate that mistakes are not only acceptable but are expected and valuable parts of the learning process.

The core of tr...