Mellow Parenting: Creating Brighter Futures Through Connection
Care Visions Family Talk

How can small, intentional actions support relationships and build resilience?

Parenting is one of life’s most rewarding yet challenging journeys. Children flourish in environments where they feel safe, supported, and loved. But for many families, challenges like stress, mental health struggles, or social and emotional needs can make this difficult. How can we create safe, nurturing environments that help our children thrive?

Date: Wednesday 15th January at 7pm- Online

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Join Dr Linda de Caestecker from Care Visions Family Talk for a practical and warm conversation with Stewart McClean from Mellow Parenting to explore the heart of what makes parenting effective, compassionate, and impactful. Mellow Parenting is built on the belief that relationships are at the core of every child’s growth and well-being.

What You’ll Gain from This Event

  • Learn how small, intentional actions can support relationships and build resilience
  • Discover accessible techniques to create a nurturing environment for your family
  • Hear stories of how Mellow Parenting has empowered families to thrive

About our featured guest:

Stewart McClean – has been in the role of National Development Officer at Mellow Parenting for nearly two years, and has worked as a trainer for them for 12 years. It is a role that allows him to have conversations with Mellow Practitioners across the UK. During this he gets to hear about all the wonderful work they are doing working alongside children, young people and parents/carers delivering Mellow programmes. His job also provides him with the opportunity to support Mellow practitioners with their programme delivery as well as directly delivering programmes alongside parents and young people. Stewart is a father of two teenagers and enjoys coaching football.

About Mellow Parenting:

"For over 25 years Mellow Parenting has remained steadfast in its commitment to supporting families in improving the quality of their relationships, mental health, and overall wellbeing across the UK and beyond.

To achieve this, they assist partner organisations in implementing evidence-based early intervention programmes. They offer partner organisations support with direct delivery of our programmes as well as training, networking opportunities, collaborative experiences, peer learning, evaluation support, and access to reflective consultation and supervision to ensure we are working to create a lasting change for our partner services and the families they work alongside."

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About our host:

Dr. Linda de Caestecker - is a seasoned public health expert with over 30 years of experience, including her role as Director of Public Health for Greater Glasgow and Clyde—one of the UK's most challenging areas in terms of health inequalities. With a clinical background in obstetrics and gynaecology, she continues to advise the Scottish Government on health policy and serves as a Board member for both Community Justice Scotland and Glasgow City Mission, where she contributes to vital work in social justice and public health reform. 

This event will be held on Zoom. Register for free above to be included in updates and be provided with access information.

Since 1998, Care Visions has been committed to creating nurturing, homely environments for children and young people. Through our residential and fostering services, we provide the care and support they need to grow, thrive, and feel safe. Our work is built on the values of compassion integrity respect, and safety guiding everything we do.

Over the years, we’ve learned so much—by listening to young people and their families, and by working with leading experts in child development and well-being. Now, we want to share that knowledge with you. We know every parent is doing their best, but let’s face it: parenting can be tough at times, no matter who you are. That’s where we come in. Sometimes, a few helpful tips or a bit of advice from someone who's been there can make all the difference. 

Care Visions Family Talk is a series of online events, hosted by Dr.Linda De Caestecker and it's open to all parents and caregivers. Each session will feature guest experts in parenting and child development, offering practical insights and strategies to support your journey as a parent. Every session will be followed by a Q&A or open discussion, where you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions, share your experiences, or simply listen.

We welcome every parent or caregiver to join us, and while we’re committed to keeping things relaxed and welcoming, we do ask everyone to follow a few simple guidelines:  

  • No judgment, no shame: This is a safe space for everyone.  
  • Keep it clear: We’ll make sure the conversation is accessible to all. If there’s any jargon, we’ll explain it. 
  • Curiosity is key-: There’s no such thing as a silly question—ask anything! 
  • Join in as much or as little as you like: Whether you want to participate or just listen, that’s entirely up to you. 

During each session, you’re free to ask questions or share comments using Zoom’s chat feature. Our hosts will weave your questions and thoughts into the discussion, or if you prefer, you can raise your hand to ask your question directly.