🌼 The Parenting Daily Edit – June Roundup 🌼
We can’t quite believe June is over already! From trending baby names and heartfelt book reviews to parenting wins and creative activities, here are some of the stories you loved most this month, plus a few new ideas we think you’ll want to bookmark for summer.
🌟 TRENDING THIS MONTH
🧜🏻♂️ True Crime Baby Names: The Trend No One Saw Coming
It might sound unlikely, but names linked to true crime documentaries, infamous cases and celebrity scandals are making their way into the Top 100 baby names for 2025. According to BabyCentre’s baby naming expert SJ Strum, this isn't about glorifying crime — it's about how popular culture subtly influences our choices. Think TV series, viral podcasts, and gripping news stories.
"These names creep into our minds via gripping TV, podcasts and viral content. It’s a fascinating lens on how culture shapes language, and by extension, baby names."
🕵️♀️ Read the full piece here: True Crime 2025 Baby Name Trend Nobody Saw Coming
💬 Childhood Incontinence: Breaking the Stigma
This important guide tackles a topic many parents worry about in silence. From understanding what’s normal to knowing when to ask for support, we’ve broken down everything you need to know about childhood incontinence — including nighttime, daytime, and sudden regressions.
✔️ Key points include:
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Most children gain full bladder control between 3–6
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Accidents are common and rarely a child’s fault
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Good habits, reassurance, and support can make a big difference
💇♀️ Bubble Braid Hair Tutorial
It’s the school-morning hairstyle that’s actually achievable — and totally Pinterest-worthy! This month, we shared our step-by-step bubble braid tutorial for tweens. It’s quick, neat, and adds a little magic to an ordinary ponytail. If your child loves Princess Jasmine or just wants to try something new, this one’s a must.
📚 REVIEWS WE LOVED
The Midnight Gang by David Walliams
This one made us laugh, cry, and fall in love with the power of imagination and friendship. It’s officially one of our Top 5 David Walliams books — and we’ve already lent it out to friends!
The Wild Robot – Book & Film Review
A heartwarming read about Roz the robot, who crash-lands on a wild island and must learn to live alongside its animals. My son and I were totally hooked — so much so that we’ve already finished book two and ordered book three!
And the film adaptation? Surprisingly brilliant. It doesn’t follow the book exactly, but it had us laughing out loud and got a big thumbs-up from the kids.
Lego Friends Candy Floss Stand & Scooter
A fun and affordable set that’s great for kids aged 6+. We loved how manageable the instructions were and the little progress tracker inside the build guide. A small set with lots of clever design touches!
Travel Cutlery Set Review
Whether you’re juggling after-school clubs or weekend sports matches, this compact cutlery set from Viners is a parent win. It’s colourful, easy to spot, and perfect for on-the-go mealtimes. Bonus points for being a hit with both my 8-year-old and the car seat!
🧨 PARENTING WINS
How Can I Organise Toy Storage Without It Looking Like a Nursery?
You asked — we answered. We know the struggle of trying to keep your living room stylish while also making space for toys. Our top tips include:
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Using woven baskets or cube units that blend in with your décor
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Rotating toys to reduce clutter
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Creating kid-friendly corners that don’t take over the whole room
Read more: 5 Toy Storage Ideas That Keep the Whole Family Happy
🎨 Decorate Your Own Golf Balls – A Colourful Way to Get Kids Involved
One of our favourite low-effort, high-fun activities this month was decorating Daddy’s golf balls. I had no idea how many golf balls go missing during a round (or how many hours golfers spend looking for them!), but this little project turned into something surprisingly special — and practical.
We grabbed a handful of old golf balls, some brightly coloured Sharpies, and let the kids loose with their designs. From rainbow swirls to mini monsters and dotty patterns, each ball became a little work of art. Not only was it a lovely creative activity, but it also means the balls are now much easier to spot out on the course. Bonus: My husband said he might actually look a bit harder for them now before giving up!
It’s super simple to set up — just use permanent markers so the designs don’t rub off. We tested a few felt tips too, but they faded quickly and didn’t hold up as well.
You could even pack a few markers to use in the golf cart if you're tagging along to the driving range — it's a great way to keep little ones entertained while still feeling part of the day.
Read how to do this activity here
What were your favourite parenting wins or finds this month? Let us know over on Instagram @theparentingdaily — and don’t forget to save your favourites for later!
