Welcome!Welcome to my website! However you found me, I'm glad that you're here because it means that you have found a place of support and an invaluable resource for your family. My mission is to assist you in helping your kids and family make the most of this awesome life and develop the skills to overcome whatever challenges you find along the way.
Based in Auckland, New Zealand The Kids Coach provides
do your kids have the skills needed to thrive in a changing World?Parents and Schools are doing a great job at shaping our children in a positive direction but they can't be expected to do it all! The modern world is an increasingly complicated and busy place that is ever changing. The challenges that we faced growing up are not the same challenges that young people are facing today or will face tomorrow. Coaching courses and classes are specifically designed to work alongside parents and teachers to help modern children develop the social, emotional and psychological strengths that will enable them to rise to those challenges and not just survive but THRIVE!
kids coaching and classesCoaching and classes, brought to you by The Kids Coach, combine the most effective techniques from Positive Psychology, Play Therapy and Performance Coaching to teach important life skills to children in fun, interactive and age appropriate ways that they can understand.
Do you have a great kid who struggles with their emotions, attitude or mindset?Some children are born with an optimistic outlook, make friends easily, take challenges in their stride and manage the range of emotions with relative ease. For other's things are just harder and daily life can be a lot like a roller coaster ride.
These children may
If you have a wonderful kid who's strengths and great qualities are being overshadowed by their challenges then it's time to get in touch with The Kids Coach and see how she can support your child and family! Are you concerned about an aspect of your child's development or wellbeing?Strike while the iron is hot!
If there is something niggling away at you and you are quietly (or not so quietly) worried about an aspect of your child's development or wellbeing, check it out! Don't wait until that little niggle is a full blow itch! Or for that small hole to turn into a massive tear! There's no harm in getting in touch and having a chat or dropping me an email. A stitch in time saves nine! Dealing with concerns and problems right away will prevent them from becoming worse and more difficult to deal with later. It is much easier to teach a 7 year old how to handle angry feelings than it is to teach a 17 or 37 year old! An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure! Children are primed for learning new skills and are still in the process of developing what will become their automatic patterns of thinking, speaking and acting. Taking a proactive approach to helping them develop the skills, tools and internal resources that will serve them for life before they need them will ensure they are prepared to make the most of whatever comes their way. |
The kids coachMy name is Jen Pollard and I have proudly come to be known as The Kids Coach. I am super passionate about helping families and especially children to develop the tools and skills they need to empower themselves, take on the world and make the most of whatever comes their way! I hope you enjoy my site and that I get the opportunity to be part of your families inspired journey in some way!
TV APPEARANCESPAUL HENRY MORNING SHOW
TOPIC: SELF-CONTROL  Click to watch the interview.
Research shows that self-control is a 'powerful predictor of adult success. How and when should we begin teaching children self-control? The Kids Coach discusses the topic with Paul Henry on TV3. PAUL HENRY MORNING SHOW
TOPIC: CHILDREN & TV What should parents be letting their children watch on t.v. and when should we be letting them make independent viewing choices. The Kids Coach discusses the topic with Paul Henry on TV3.
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are you overwhelmed by chaos and a busy schedule?
Family life has never been busier! Many families feel like they are in a constant state of chaos, stressed out, under pressure and in an ongoing race against the clock to get everything done and fit everything in. Being busy has become the new norm. A way of life.
If you're raising a family, the chances are you've been there or are currently struggling to make it all work. And lets be honest, it's overwhelming, exhausting and ultimately unsustainable.
If you are stressed out, maxed out and on the road to burn out, then chances are that it is having an impact on your health, wellbeing and relationships and it may be time to press pause, take a breath and reevaluate.
Of course, that's easier said then done. Sometimes we're just too close to the situation to see where changes can be made or to know where to start. That's where I can help!
If you're raising a family, the chances are you've been there or are currently struggling to make it all work. And lets be honest, it's overwhelming, exhausting and ultimately unsustainable.
If you are stressed out, maxed out and on the road to burn out, then chances are that it is having an impact on your health, wellbeing and relationships and it may be time to press pause, take a breath and reevaluate.
Of course, that's easier said then done. Sometimes we're just too close to the situation to see where changes can be made or to know where to start. That's where I can help!
