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Handling Tricky Family Dynamics

Dec 16, 2025

Ever dread those awkward family moments?  

Tense family gatherings? Awkward questions? Kids acting up the minute you walk through Grandma’s door?
In this warm and honest conversation on BBC Woman’s Hour, parenting coach Camilla McGill shares practical, compassionate tips to help you navigate tricky family dynamics with more confidence. From judgemental relatives to overwhelmed children, this is the episode every parent needs before the next big gathering.

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