Hi, I’m Jeremy Jonathan. I write Kids on Block.
This site is for parents and carers raising children, boys and girls, from the early years right through the teens.
Kids change fast. The child who once told you everything can go quiet overnight. I write about the parts of raising children that feel hard, and what actually helps.
What you will find here
I write practical guides for the everyday parts of family life. Topics include:
- staying connected when your child stops talking
- the big conversations to have before they turn 18
- handling anger without making it worse
- study habits and getting ready for a new school term
- healthy eating and healthy habits
- getting your child active, from riding a bike to family exercise
My aim is to keep every article clear and practical. You get plain advice you can use the same day. I am not a doctor or counsellor. For medical or mental health worries, please speak to your GP.
Books for your children
For boys aged 10 to 15, I recommend Teenage Boys: The 3-in-1 Guide: Puberty, Life Skills, and Confidence for Boys Ages 10 to 15. It speaks to boys in plain words about puberty, everyday skills like cooking and laundry, money, online safety, and confidence with friends and pressure. It is written by Samuel Ridgeway and published by Mornich Publishing, which belongs to the same UK company that runs this site.
Get the Kindle edition or the paperback on Amazon.
Get in touch
I would like to hear from you. Send a question, an idea for an article, or your own experience through the contact page.
Some links on this site are affiliate links. Read my affiliate disclosure to see how this works.
Last updated: 5 November 2026