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The Mum Mind Podcast

Starting School

Season 2, Ep. 11

Are you wondering what you need to do to prepare a child for starting school, pre-school or returning to school? In this Summer bonus episode we share tips to help with transitions and practical tips to help make the routine easier for all!


Thanks for listening to our podcast, hopefully it helps to stop your mother falling out of your mouth! Please leave a review (the stars) and follow us so we can keep continuing to produce free and essential parenting content.


If you're looking for activity classes for 2 - 6 year olds, in créche, at events or online check out www.kinderama.com.


Looking for emotional support for yourself or your child? Get your free 5 Steps to Calmer Parenting and join Bethan's online therapeutic community the Calm Parenting Club here www.bethanoriordan.com.


Want to ask us a question? Email themummind@gmail.com

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Stef: @kinderama

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