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Supportive tools for mums of tweens
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items As a mum of a tween, I know how big feelings can bubble up fast. My daughter has anxiety every morning before school. She kept having time off, she couldn't get her uniform on or leave her bedroom. She had support from the School Nurse, Safeguarding ...
I bought these for my 13 year old and they are fantastic. It’s such a great pack. 4 different kinds of cards - breathing, mindfulness, affirmations and appreciation. They do a more child friendly pack too for younger children.
QUOKKA Meditation Cards - 120 Cards for Adults
These sleep masks are super comfy. Highly recommend them and they come in lovely colours. Beware - wash the black one before use in the Summer heat cos if you sweat you’ll have marks on your face! ;)
TSHAOUN 6pcs Silk Sleep Masks for Women Men
Best detangle brush ever! It’s fantastic with wet hair and dry hair. Love this brush.
Tangle Angel Essentials Hairbrush, White/Pink Fuchsia, 21517TA
Hobbies are a great way to help reduce anxiety and also gets the kids off the devices for a bit ;) My daughter likes sewing so I found this pack of coloured fabric so she could design her own pieces whenever she needed a peaceful moment to herself. A...
15 Pcs Assorted Color Cross Stitch Sheets 15x15cm
I paired the coloured fabrics with these DMC threads so that my daughter could start sewing as soon as she wanted. The colours are great and DMC is a good quality thread.
DMC Special Moulded Thread 117MC - Passion
I found that my daughter needed some visual positivity in the mornings to get up and have motivation to go to school. I bought her a little shelf and hanging photo wall art. That product isn't available anymore but this is a good alternative. My daug...
Love-KANKEI Wood Photo Frame 26x29 Inch
Any tween would love this! This is such a gorgeous gift box. I'm going to buy my daughter one; she deserves this after working so hard in the mornings to get to school. I love all the items inside - chocolate, foot mask, bath salts, bear hug and more...
SENDING Bear Hug in a Box, Thinking Of You, Care Package, Gifts For Her, Pick me Up Gift, Get Well Soon, Recovery Strength Gift
Lavender is gorgeous and soooooo relaxing. Some of this beautiful body cream on skin before bed helps calm the busy mind and create a destressing atmosphere for tweens with anxiety on Sunday nights before school.
Sleep Balmy Body Cream
I love the look of this journal. Not adult and not too kiddie. I think this would be perfect for any tween and just love that it's personalised.
And Breathe Personalised Luxury Journal Notebook
I love this because it's simple and wipeable. As a mum I need to see something bigger than my mobile calendar most of the time - swimming club, Badminton after school, parties, hair appointments etc.
Personalised Weekly Family Whiteboard Planner, Multi Coloured Calendar, Reusable Dry Wipe Planner, Acrylic To Do List
It can be mentally exhausting trying to support a child when they have anxiety, and that's natural. We worry about them, we want to help them, they might not want helping and then they change their mind and they do, then there's the morning routine a...
The Tea & Treats Gift - for parents
Soft, warm fluffy socks can be a powerful form of sensory comfort. Wind down after school or a hard day at work, or add some cosiness to your morning.
Loungeable chenille cable knit slipper sock with sherpa lining in candy pink
It's like a big hug! An awesome Space theme weighted blanket can help to calm the nervous system. This blanket would be great for those who benefit from sensory comfort or those struggling to sleep.
Sensory Integration Anxiety Stress Relief Pressure Portable Size Heavy Weighted Lap Pad
Amazing period swimsuit that myself and my friend recommends! My 12 year old preferred the racerback look. Gives girls the confidence to go swimming whilst on their periods. Great protection in the pool. Easy to clean.
Racerback Teen Period Swimsuit - Black | WUKA
We have the period swim bikini bottoms but they are very much like pants - not skimpy or anything! These go well under normal swimsuits as well as with swim tops. Their is a pouch for extra cloth pad protection if you want to add that but otherwise t...
Period Teen Swim Bikini - Black - UV50+ Sun Protection | WUKA®
A lovely gift at the end of a hard week - for yourself or for your child.
Damselfly Damselfly Babe Stellar Candle 300g
Adorable and safer than a candle! Lovely lavender diffuser for the bedroom to help aid better sleep for your tween.
Lavender Carroll & Chan Mini Diffuser | Sales & Offers
Spa time gift set for exhausted mums to help them unwind at the end of a hard day.
Style & Grace Spa Botanique Relaxing Bath Robe Gift Set ...
Treat for Dads that might need it too!
Style & Grace Skin Expert For Him Robe Gift Set 100ml ...
I definitely recommend a book about puberty for girls. I had one when I was younger and I bought my daughter one when she was 10 because I knew she would need it early.
You Grow Girl! The Complete No Worries Guide to Growing Up
Book for parents of girls.
Raising Worry-Free Girls: Helping Your Daughter Feel Braver, Stronger, and Smarter in an Anxious World
Get your tween to bathe with this before bed to help them to relax.
Neal's Yard Remedies | English Lavender Bath and Shower Gel 200ml
Spray this over the bed (rather than on the pillow) and when your kid turns in their sleep it will help keep the smell going in the bedroom as they kick the bedsheet. We do this and it's better than putting it on the pillow for their faces to fub int...
Goodnight Pillow Mist 45ml
I recommend a coloured yoga mat for yourself and for your tween. Pick your favourite colour. Do this activity together to help relief stress and also help bonding, it's a lovely activity to do together.
Myga Entry Level Yoga Mat
Not an affiliate link but a great website for parents.
Parents & Caregivers - Change 2 Chill Website Support
I love this product, here's what's inside = ♡Ear Plugs – soften overwhelming noise ♡Fidget Toy – keep your hands busy & mind soothed ♡Nail File – for fidgeting or self-care ♡Herbal Nasal Inhaler – calming scent for grounding (external use only, n...
Pocket Emergency Crisis Kit: Sensory, Anxiety & Neurodivergent Relief
I love this, it's so cute and just brilliant. Brings a smile to your face every morning :)
BYANIKA Motivational Flip Chart Desk Pad - Positive Affirmation Cards Positivity Self Love Encouragement Daily Happiness Desk Accessories