Hello again,

 

 

The Netflix show Adolescence has struck a chord with parents everywhere - and in a bad way.  The show has been available for just two weeks and over 66 million viewers have seen it. 

 

It tells the story of an innocent looking 13-year old boy who stabs a female classmate - and has prompted a deluge of commentary, conversation and concern about the impact online cultures and social media has on very young people. 

 

There's a realisation that it's possible to miss or misinterpret what our children are doing, if we don't know how or understand how they communicate with each other. In the show, it happens through a series of sinister emojis. 

 

A periodic table of sinister emojis is currently being widely circulated online amongst parents, schools and organisations. I thought it would be useful for you to have it here too. 

 

Of course, this sparks a debate on how best we can protect our children nowadays from online influences, but that's part of a bigger conversation. For the moment, keeping ourselves informed is the way forward. 

 

 

When I began working as a therapist 20 years ago, talking about children's emotional wellbeing often raised eyebrows. Many questioned whether it was even ‘a thing.’

 

After all, childhood was meant to be carefree—playing with friends, enjoying the sunshine—without the worries of jobs or mortgages. Stress was something you faced as an adult, or so we thought.

 

But we now know differently.

 

Beyond social media, I worry about the impact of constant news exposure. In our 24-hour news cycle, unsettling stories enter our homes whether we like it or not. Violent attacks, terrorism, and war seem ever-present, making it hard to shield children from distressing details.

 

And it’s not just hearing about these events—seeing them affects young minds too. News was once reported in the past tense, but today, with cameras everywhere, children are exposed to real-time, unfiltered footage of tragedies.

 

Here’s an article I wrote on how to help your child navigate this overwhelming news cycle  

 

Do you receive endless emails? If you're anything like me, it’s hundreds—if not thousands—every week.

 

The other day, I bought a prawn sandwich for lunch. I knew it was a prawn sandwich because, minutes later, I got an email confirming it.

 

Really? Do I need an email for that?

 

The next day, another email arrived—asking me to rate my prawn sandwich out of five stars.

 

NO, I thought. Please, just stop!

 

We’re all drowning in emails, most of them unnecessary. 

That’s why I’m combining my regular ‘Stop Bedwetting’ emails with this broader newsletter. 

 

Bedwetting is just one of many challenges families face, and I want to share useful insights without adding to your inbox overload.

 

From now on, I'll only send out a separate Bedwetting Newsletter if there's something extra to say - such as details of a special discount offer.  

 

As it happens, there will be a Spring Sale for the school Easter holidays - so look out for the emails if you still need help with this. 

 

But don't unsubscribe just yet, as you'll miss out on these general newsletters too. 

 

This way, we can stay in touch—without the spam!

 

 

Still struggling with a bedwetting problem?  You can also keep in touch with me via my private Facebook group. 

 

Our Facebook group now has nearly 4000 members and it's the place to be to receive tips, updates and regular guidance on how to solve this problem. 

 

It's a safe space for you to ask questions and exchange ideas with other parents going through the same as you. 

 

I'm in the Group most days answering your questions and we also have regular input from an NHS nurse who heads up a Bladder and Bowel clinic in one of the hospitals.

 

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