My Child Is Scared - A practical guide to helping an anxious or insecure child (ages 3–12)
Help your child grow in courage and calm – one small brave step at a time
Clinging at the school gate, lying awake worrying, refusing to try new things, asking "what if…?" again and again – fear can hold a child back and leave parents unsure how to help. This guide explains what's going on behind your child's fear and gives you calm, practical tools to respond. You learn how to support your child without fuelling the worry, so courage can grow step by step.
What's inside
- Fear, worry and anxiety explained – plus a table of normal fears by age, from 3 to 12
- The avoidance trap: why escaping fear makes it bigger, and the loving habits that keep children stuck
- Your calm is contagious – a 10-second reset and the two messages every anxious child needs: empathy and confidence
- What to say and what not to say, with a clear "Instead of… / Try…" list and how to step out of the reassurance trap
- The calm-body toolkit: breathing games, grounding, "worry time" and naming the worry monster, labelled by age
- Brave steps: how to build a bravery ladder to face fears gradually, with a worked example and tips adapted by age
- Everyday tricky moments: bedtime, goodbyes, school worries, friendships, new situations and scary news
- Growing lasting confidence: effort-based praise, the power of "yet", a brave jar and daily one-to-one time
- When to seek professional help: clear warning signs and how to prepare for an appointment
What you get
- 23-page PDF in A4, with 10 chapters
- 8 interactive checklists + a 4-week action plan
- Fillable worksheets: Worry Tracker, Bravery Ladder, My Child's Calm Plan and a notes page
- Quick Reference Card to keep on the fridge
- Instant download – fill it in on screen or print it
Who it's for: Parents and carers of children aged 3–12 who are fearful, worried or unsure of themselves – whether it's separation anxiety at drop-off, fears that disrupt bedtime, or a child who avoids parties, new activities or speaking up.
For general information only – not a substitute for professional medical or psychological advice.
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