Lorraine Thomas is the UK's leading parent coach, CEO of the Parent Academy and head of parent coach training for the Coaching Academy. She has her own column in Practical Parenting, is on the team of experts for Tesco Baby Magazine and makes regular media appearances on national television - including This Morning, Tonight with Trevor McDonald and as Disney's parenting expert for their TV, radio and press campaign. Lorraine runs workshops for parents' groups and large companies, such as HSBC and The Lord Chancellor's Department, and is a key member of Parent Talk.