NipintheBud

NipintheBud Nip in the Bud was set up to encourage awareness about mental health disorders in young children. Learning about children's mental health through film.

Relatively common problems in childhood & adolescence can have long-lasting effects, affecting a child’s relationships, their educational & job prospects.

15/06/2026

In 2024, we made a film about what smartphones and social media are doing to an entire generation of children.
Today, the UK Government announced a ban on under-16s accessing TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, X and Facebook - with fines for platforms that fail to act.
Smartphones: A Stolen Childhood was part of the campaign that helped build the case for this change.
We are a charity. We make all our resources free. We do this work because we believe that every family - regardless of income - deserves access to the evidence and the tools to protect their children. Today's announcement is a landmark moment for child safety in the UK. We're proud to have played a role and are grateful to all those who have supported us in spreading the word!
For anyone who wants to understand the evidence behind this decision - and what it means for families - the film is free to watch: https://bit.ly/3LjKdMI

10/06/2026

Next week, on the anniversary of Grenfell, our thoughts are with every family still carrying that day.

Trauma doesn't end when the news cycle moves on.
For children who lived through Grenfell - or any traumatic event - the effects can ripple quietly through their behaviour, their learning, their relationships and their sense of safety in the world.
Sometimes for years. Sometimes in ways that are easy to miss if you don't know what you're looking at.
That's why we want to share this film - link in our bio
Not just for those supporting children affected by Grenfell, but for every parent, carer and teacher walking alongside a child who has experienced something too big for words.
Because understanding trauma, changes how you see a child.
It turns confusion into compassion. It turns frustration into curiosity.
And it gives you the tools to be the safe, steady adult that child desperately needs.

You don't have to be a therapist to make a profound difference.
You just have to be informed.
Share this with anyone supporting children through difficult times.
It could change everything for a child in their care.

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As the end of term approaches, many parents and carers are thinking about one big question: Is my child ready for second...
08/06/2026

As the end of term approaches, many parents and carers are thinking about one big question: Is my child ready for secondary school?

Transitions can bring a mix of excitement and worry... for children and for us as adults supporting them.

We’re hosting a free, relaxed online event on 27th June for parents, carers and professionals. You’ll hear from a teacher, a child psychologist and a parent, sharing honest and practical ideas to help children feel more confident and supported as they move into secondary school.
It’s informal, friendly, and you’re very welcome just to listen in.

If this transition is on your mind, you’re not alone - and there is support out there.
🎟️ Free event – sign up via the link in our bio

05/06/2026

Sometimes the most powerful thing a parent can hear is: you are not alone in this.

When Kitty and Daniel's daughter was in primary school, she worried constantly - about harm coming to herself and the people she loved. It felt bigger than normal childhood anxiety, but no one had the words for it.
She wasn't diagnosed with OCD until she was 16.

So many families know that feeling. Watching your child struggle. Sensing something isn't quite right. Not knowing what you're looking at. Not knowing where to turn. Wondering if it's just you.
It isn't just you.

And that's exactly why Kitty and Daniel co-founded Nip in the Bud - rooted in two unshakeable beliefs:
- That no family should feel alone in what they're experiencing
- That every resource, every film, every piece of guidance had to be evidence-based - because children deserve more than good intentions.

Lived experience films sit within the heart of that mission. Because when a parent watches someone else describe exactly what they've been living - when a teacher sees a child's experience reflected back with clarity and compassion - something shifts.
The isolation lifts. The shame loosens. And help suddenly feels possible.

Stories do what statistics can't. They make people feel seen.

And feeling seen is often the first step towards getting the right support.

03/06/2026

Have you ever watched a film with your child and thought," oh, this opens up a conversation I didn't know how to start?"
Some of the most powerful conversations happen sideways.
Not sitting face to face, asking "are you okay?", but side by side on the sofa, watching something together, and one of you quietly says "that bit felt real, didn't it."
Films, documentaries and podcasts that tackle difficult topics - eating disorders, , self-worth, identity, friendship and - aren't always easy viewing. But they are often the safest way in to conversations that really matter, because when a story holds the feeling first, our young people don't have to.
And the more we normalise talking about these things, in living rooms, in car journeys, over a plate of toast, the smaller the stigma gets. And is one of the biggest barriers stopping children from asking for help when they need it most.
You don't have to have all the answers. You just have to be willing to sit with the question together.

We'll be sharing some brilliant film and podcast recommendations that gently open these doors, follow along so you don't miss them, and drop a Like below if this resonates with you.
Share this with a parent or carer who might need it today.

Is anxiety stealing childhood?School avoidance. Emotional overwhelm. Big transitions. Hidden struggles.On 27th June, we'...
03/06/2026

Is anxiety stealing childhood?
School avoidance. Emotional overwhelm. Big transitions. Hidden struggles.

On 27th June, we're bringing together parents, carers and professionals for an honest conversation about helping children navigate anxiety, emotional well-being challenges and the journey through education.
Real voices / Practical insights / Compassionate expertise
Because children deserve more than coping. They deserve to thrive.

Free to attend – register now https://mailchi.mp/nipinthebud.org/parent-zoom-live-signup-page

02/06/2026

Free Bespoke CPD for Primary School Leaders Who Care About Inclusion - email Alis at [email protected] for more information

29/05/2026

Something really special is on its way
On 27th June, we're bringing together parents, carers and the professionals who walk alongside them - for an honest, warm and genuinely useful conversation about supporting children through anxiety, emotional wellbeing challenges, school avoidance and the big transitions that can feel so overwhelming.
This isn't a lecture. It's not full of jargon. It's real voices, practical insight and compassionate expertise, the kind of conversation you actually needed last Tuesday at 11pm when you couldn't sleep worrying about your child. 😔
And the best bit? It's completely free.
We'll be sharing registration details very soon - so if you know a parent, carer, teacher or anyone who loves a child and wants to do more than just help them cope - but help them truly thrive - make sure they see this.
Hit Follow so you don't miss it. Because no one should have to figure this out alone.

If you’re a parent, carer, teacher or safeguarding lead looking for genuinely authoritative, evidence-based and free sup...
27/05/2026

If you’re a parent, carer, teacher or safeguarding lead looking for genuinely authoritative, evidence-based and free support around children’s mental health, emotional wellbeing and school anxiety, why not explore our practical guides - films, podcasts and blog pieces that can make a real difference.

In a time where families and schools are navigating rising levels of anxiety, EBSA, neurodivergence and emotional distress, access to trusted information matters more than ever.

From classroom strategies and early intervention tools to parent guidance and mental health education, these free resources from Nip in the Bud are helping schools and families build earlier, more compassionate support around children.

The more we normalise conversations around , and , the more chance we give children to thrive - not just academically, but socially and emotionally too.

If you work in , , , or support children and families in any capacity, it’s worth bookmarking and sharing our trusted resources that are free, practical and grounded in evidence.

Because informed adults create safer spaces for children. Follow our link in the Bio to find out more

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