2 DVD box set introduced by Joanna Watters at Embercombe 2011.

In this presentation Hand-in-Hand instructor Sara Wood-Smith R.N. gives real life tools and examples of techniques for dealing with issues around modern parenting, including connection with children and our partners, friends and community.

This Embercombe special issue twin set DVD of Sara's engaging talk entitled Parenting By Connection is currently available here for the introductory price of £15 including postage. Soon to be published exclusively at Amazon.co.uk for £25 + postage!Orders can be placed over the internet here or by contact through phone or email. 07815 795918

Participation feedback: "What is the main benefit you have received from the programme?"

"I will be able to pass on some of the ideas from today to the parents and carers I work with"

"Inspiration, practical advice, tools, personal experiences shared"

"Techniques for dealing with aggression - through "play listening"

"Positive framework for looking at emotional connection to parenting. Tools within a real context that makes them different to just 'activities'."

"A new perspective on the ever-shifting sands of being a mum"

"I have tools to be a more effective parent"

"Strategies to use with my partner and child"

"A good few techniques to try at home to remain calm and happy"

"Learning tools for both parents and children"

"Inspiration to learn and apply skills"

"To be reminded to think outside the every day stresses with my parenting"

"Able to link what I have learnt today with my own knowledge about parenting and child development"

"A better understanding of my children and the children I work with"

Participation feedback: "What inspired you the most about the programme?"

"The idea of new approaches"

"Creating a Connection Plan"

"Integrity, depth, emotional connection"

"The Listening Tools of Hand in Hand"

"Sara's stories sharing her experiences"

"Play listening"

"The animated presentation"

"Physical examples, movement, vitality"

"Worked for me on a personal and professional level"

"Sara : her expertise, her clarity, passion, generosity in sharing personal experiences"

"The speaker - her vitality and passion, humour and compassion"

"To encourage parents to use playlistening when appropriate"

"To feel that it is possible, perhaps, to get over the hurdles"

"Very practical. Not scared of dealing with deep emotions"

"Sara's enthusiasm and passion"

"Sara is clearly very passionate about the programme and she made it all very accessible"

"The understanding and caring attitude"