Introduction

Hi! I am Katja Nederhoed

Welcome! I am the founder of Focus on Families. For more than 10 years I have worked with families as a trainer and consultant. My goal is help grow positive contact and enjoyment in the family. Whatever your question is on parenting or development, you can contact me.

My field of expertise

Work and Family

Work and Family

Work and family Becoming a parent is a huge change in one’s life. Most people find combining a family and work challenging. Doing as you wish or...

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Tantrums

Tantrums

Tantrums Almost all toddlers will have a tantrum at one point. Their need for independence is so great that if something doesn’t work or things...

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Social Skills

Social Skills

Social skills A young child is self-centred, not to be confused with selfish. This is not a bad habit, it is just the way a young child thinks...

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Social media

Social media

Social media Instagram, snapchat, whatsapp and other social media are important in everyday life, including for children. What are the rules of...

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Sleeping problems

Sleeping problems

Sleeping problems One in three children under five years of age has sleep and bedtime problems. It is important to help children get past these...

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Sibling rivalry

Sibling rivalry

Sibling rivalry Siblings can have a great time together as playmates but at some moments they might fight like cats and dogs. They come to you to...

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Setting bounderies

Setting bounderies

Setting boundaries “When I count to three you sit at the table.” “Whoever sits in the car first with the seatbelt on gets a sweet.” “Two more...

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Self-image and self-confidence

Self-image and self-confidence

Self-image and self-confidence We are not born with a self-image. Children develop an image of themselves in connection with others. Other people...

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Multilingual parenting

Multilingual parenting

Multilingual parenting Growing up with more than one language is common. Children can learn two or three languages simultaneously. Sometimes the...

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Jealousy

Jealousy

Jealousy The birth of a sibling is a special moment for your child. A first-born especially has to learn to share the attention of its parents...

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Gaming

Gaming

Gaming The image of child alone behind a computer is not representative anymore. Gaming is a social learning experience. It is all about finding a...

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Fears

Fears

Fears Fears are common in childhood and are a normal part of growing up. A young toddler may love animals, but when they are a bit older suddenly...

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Eating

Eating

Eating My child doesn’t eat vegetables, walks away from the table, eats slowly or plays with his/her food. As a parent you want your child to be...

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Divorce

Divorce

Divorce Parenthood itself is a big task. How do you deal with it when you are (getting) divorced and have to adjust to this new situation...

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Development

Development

Development “Is your child not doing that yet?” Comparing siblings in their development is easily done. It can affect your feeling of competence...

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Bullying

Bullying

Bullying Bullying or being bullied happens at all ages. It most often starts with a joke or making fun of someone. How your child responds to this...

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My methods

We only work with certified methods which are evidence based!

Being a single mom makes your life miserable. If it wasn't for a psychologist, I would have lost it. Now I know it is never too late to ask for help. Thank you, Doctor. It really worked.

Hilary Thompson, mother of two

Most of the time we do not realize how great the life is. Dr. Laura Anderson helps people start feeling alive and believe in themselves! I appreciate your time and professional service!

Martin Fischer, office manager

I recommend this doctor to all my friends. With the help of your books and blog articles I was able to find answers to many questions. It feels great to know what you want in life.

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