My Story Supporting My daughter with BPD caused by a childhood trauma

Responsibility or Risk? When Medication Becomes a Minefield

Responsibility or Risk? When Medication Becomes a Minefield

Responsibility or Risk? When Medication Becomes a MinefieldSami Ward
Published on: 12/01/2026

When professionals say “they must take responsibility” but parents live with the fallout. A real-world look at medication, safety, and the grey space in between.

Navigating the System (NHS, Crisis Services & Private Help)Emotional DysregulationBeing a Mum of Daughter with BPD
I Know There’s Something Not Right” – A Mum’s Gut Feeling When Her Child Is Struggling

I Know There’s Something Not Right” – A Mum’s Gut Feeling When Her Child Is Struggling

I Know There’s Something Not Right” – A Mum’s Gut Feeling When Her Child Is StrugglingSami Ward
Published on: 01/08/2025

I Know There’s Something Not Right” – A Mum’s Gut Feeling When Her Child Is Struggling

Parenting through Crisis
The Tool No One Told Me About: The Feelings Wheel

The Tool No One Told Me About: The Feelings Wheel

The Tool No One Told Me About: The Feelings WheelSami Ward
Published on: 13/07/2025

I want to tell you about something that genuinely changed things for us

Emotional Tools and Techniques
Trying to Relax When Your Heart Is Still at Home

Trying to Relax When Your Heart Is Still at Home

Trying to Relax When Your Heart Is Still at HomeSami Ward
Published on: 11/07/2025

I’m writing this from beautiful Madeira, a place I love and somewhere I’ve been longing to come back to. The sun’s warm on my shoulders. The sea is just over there, sparkling like a postcard.New Blog Post Description

Parenting through Crisis