Families don’t usually ask for support because they’re failing.
More often, they ask because they’re tired, stretched thin, or trying to get through a busy or demanding period without dropping all the plates. Illness, burnout, solo parenting weeks, work pressures, transitions — sometimes it’s not that anything is “wrong”, it’s just that everything is happening at once.
I bring this support from a place of deep experience.
I spent 13 years working in early years, supporting children and families in a wide range of settings, and for the last 3 years I ran my own childminding business. During that time, I worked closely with families day in, day out — not just caring for children, but supporting routines, emotions, transitions, and the realities of family life behind the scenes.
That experience taught me something important: most parents don’t want someone to take over.
They want backup.
Children and family wellbeing support is designed to step in during those in-between moments — when an extra calm, trusted adult alongside you would make things feel more manageable.
This support is rooted in steadiness, emotional awareness, and respect for family rhythms. I take time to understand each child’s personality, needs, and routines, and I support in a way that feels familiar rather than disruptive.
There’s no rushing, no overstimulation, and no pressure to do things a certain way. Just calm presence, gentle structure, and support that fits around your family rather than taking it over.
When sessions end, I want parents to feel relieved and supported — and children to feel safe, settled, and comfortable.
This support is flexible and shaped around what feels helpful for your family at that time. Everything is discussed and agreed in advance so expectations feel clear and comfortable.
This support may include:
-Babysitting in your home on a short-term or occasional basis
-Supporting parents during particularly busy or demanding mornings
-Helping children get ready for school in a calm, steady way
-Taking children to clubs, groups, or regular activities occasionally
-Accompanying children on outings such as parks, walks, or gentle days out
-Supporting children through transitions or changes in routine
-Simple mindfulness or grounding activities for children, where appropriate
-Calm presence for children while parents rest, work, or attend appointments
This support is about easing pressure, not replacing parental care.
You’re usually coping, but things feel heavier right now
You need occasional support rather than regular childcare
Mornings or transitions feel particularly stressful
You value calm, emotionally aware support
You want someone experienced and steady, without judgement
You don’t need to be at breaking point to ask for support. Sometimes having backup makes all the difference.
Children and family wellbeing support is offered on a flexible, short-term basis.
I don’t offer regular weekly childcare or fixed ongoing arrangements, and no single family can take up a recurring slot. This helps keep the support available, balanced, and sustainable.
Sessions can be requested up to one month in advance, and each request is considered individually to ensure it’s appropriate and a good fit for everyone involved.
If this support feels like it could help your family, you can complete the enquiry form below.
You’ll be able to share a little about what you’re looking for, the ages of your children, and a few dates and times that might work. I’ll be in touch by email to confirm whether this support is the right fit and to talk through next steps together.
No obligation — this is simply an enquiry.
This form helps me understand what kind of support you’re looking for and when you might need it.
There’s no obligation — once I’ve read it, I’ll be in touch by email to confirm whether this support is the right fit and to talk through next steps.