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Loneliness can look and feel different for everyone – sometimes children can feel lonely even if they’re often around other people, if they don’t feel properly seen or understood. Reasons why children might feel lonely: • They find it hard to make friends • They’ve recently experienced a life change – moving house, changing schools, or parents or carers separating • They have problems with self-esteem and confidence • They’re struggling with physical or mental health • They’ve lost someone close to them • They’ve been abused or bullied Talking to a child about what they’re experiencing and listening with care can help reassure them that they’re not alone. 💚 Search 'NSPCC help a child feeling lonely' for more advice.

We’re here for children from day dot, to help them get the best possible start in life. Pregnancy in Mind, Look, Say, Sing, Play and Our First 1001 Days Together Guide all help support parents-to-be and new parents as they embark on their incredible journey. From supporting mental health during pregnancy, to encouraging bonding between parents and new borns, and lots of tips to help make parenting easier, we’re there for those amazing moments It’s thanks to the incredible energy and generosity of our partners that we’re able to be there for families when it matters most. Our Shout Out magazine highlights their incredible work. In this edition, learn more about our early years services, and read about their amazing contribution to this year’s Childhood Day, including the Dragon Boat Race which saw teams paddling their way to victory. A huge thank you to all the organisations that support us 💚 Read Shout Out here: https://lnkd.in/eYWrTpDn

It can be hard to know how to support a child you may think is in a unhealthy relationship, that's why it's so important to know the signs. For more support and advice see: https://bit.ly/3uqxDmQ

Have you seen new BBC drama Unforgivable? It depicts the devastating aftermath of child sexual abuse. Knowing the signs can help us speak up for children and get them support sooner, and if you’re worried about a child, contact the NSPCC Helpline call: 0808 800 5000 email: help@NSPCC.org.uk Find out more: https://lnkd.in/e6w_HsDF

Congratulations to our Lionesses! Together we can cheer children and young people on! Here are some tips to encourage your child to take part in sport: - let your child know you’re proud of them for many different reasons and tell them - encourage from the sidelines - listen to your child about their experiences in their sport or activity - help your child to prepare for matches, competition's, training or games For more information and advice see: https://lnkd.in/ermj8Fjy NSPCC Child Protection in Sport Unit

With the summer holidays starting parents or carers may be concerned about leaving their child home alone and/ or considering whether they're ready to be left or go out alone. For some it may be necessary with balancing work and no access to childcare. To find out if your child or a child you know is ready to be out or home alone, take our quiz! However you're feeling, we're here to support you. Visit https://bit.ly/3DatPb3 for advice you can trust. Image descriptions: Slide 1) A photo of 2 young people having a conversation. Below is green text written on a light blue background that says, "When can you leave a child home alone?" The words "find out more" are written on green text box and there is an arrow pointing right. Slide 2) Green text on a light blue background that says, "Things to remember..." ' prepare them by talking about scenarios that might take place and solutions - would they know what to do if someone came to the door?' , 'talk about what they'll do while you're out', 'be clear what time you'll be back', 'check in with them every now and again - call or message them once every few hours', 'build up slowly - leave them for a short time at first'.

Ofcom’s new Protection of Children Codes to protect children online under the Online Safety Act have now come into effect, with Ofcom having power to penalise and hold to account those platforms who do not abide by these rules. Under the Codes, platforms must have highly effective and robust age verification methods, and ensure that harmful and illegal content is not being shown to under-18s. We hope to see Ofcom using its wide range of powers to enforce the new codes.

16 and 17-year olds can now vote in the next general election! We asked Rachel and Izzy, alumni of our Young People's Board for Change, to share their thoughts on the news 👆

After an extensive search and selection process, we’re delighted to announce Emma Scott as our new Chair of the Board of Trustees. Emma brings a wealth of experience in senior leadership roles across broadcasting and children’s publishing and is currently a Non-Executive Director at Which? Ltd and the Chair of World Book Day. She is a passionate advocate for online safety, inclusion and youth voice. The role is responsible for the overall control and direction of the NSPCC, and the Chair gives their time voluntarily to oversee the charity’s long-term success. Emma recently joined the Board of Trustees and takes up the role of Chair in December. Read our full statement here: https://lnkd.in/eMy_isXX

Can you relate? The mental load is a lot, especially at this time of year 🤯. Whether you're feeling lonely, worried about how to manage working from home without childcare, and just want someone to chat to, we're here to help. Visit https://bit.ly/48uQefZ for more advice and support. Image description: A photo of a mother holding a child on her lap. There is text overlayed that says, "I need to work but also want to spend time with the kids", "Summer holidays", "I hope they've done ok in their exams" "Exhausted", "End of term is frantic", "Money worries and pressures", "I should plan fun summer holiday activities", "How am I going to manage working from home while the kids are at home?", "Can I just sit down and relax?", "Lonely", "I can manage."