Family

Divorce coach shares how to support your children through a divorce

Written by Monika Braglewicz, Breakup & Divorce coach

Divorce is one of the biggest transitions a family can experience.

As a divorce coach, I've worked with many parents who tell me the same thing: they're not only worried about how separation will affect them, they're worried about how it will affect their children.

The truth is that divorce can be difficult for...

Full story

Brits due to spend almost £800 million on Father’s Day

Over 1.5m Brits said they plan to spend LESS on Father’s Day this year than last
Top Father’s Day gifts this year will be chocolate, mugs and pyjamas
More than a quarter (28%) of people said they would cut back on gifts for other people due to the rising consumer prices

As Father’s Day swiftly approaches, Hodge reveals that shoppers are due to spend...

picture of a woman taking pictures of clothes to sell online

3 side hustle ideas to make extra money as a Mum

Money saving influencer, who helps parents navigate the cost of living crisis shares her top three ways to make extra money as a Mum. You can follow Sophie on Instagram for more tips.

1. Selling your old things on Vinted

If you love shopping on Vinted then you’ll love selling on it even more!

It can be a little time-consuming as you have to list each item. However, vinted...

picture of a woman sat outside a caravan with a sunny beach scene

REVEALED: How to Save Money While on a Staycation

According to data from OnePoll, the average spend on staycation holidays in 2023 was around £1,011.30 , nearly double what was spent in 2022. While the popularity of staycations has dropped, with 27% of families planning a longer staycation in 2024 from 35% in 2023 , according to a survey by RSM UK, staycations can still be costly despite being considered an affordable holiday option....

picture of happy children in brightly coloured swimwear by a pool

10 Essential Water Safety Tips Every Parent Should Know

As the weather warms up and families gear up for swimwear season, it's crucial to prioritise water safety. Drowning is a leading cause of accidental death among children, but with proper precautions and education, tragedies can be prevented. Here Parenting Expert, Amanda Jenner , shares ten essential water safety tips every parent should know to keep their children safe around water:...

picture of free events for kids at Harrow market place

FREE EVENTS FOR KIDS DURING SPRING SCHOOL HOLIDAYS AT MARKET PLACE

A week of free events for children from 26th May - 1st June at Market Place Harrow
FREE hour long Arts & Crafts workshops all week and a children’s entertainer will be on site with magic shows, games and music
Kids meal deals available all week from £5.99, including a drink

Looking to keep the kids entertained this May half term? Market Place...

APPLE-SOLUTELY CORE-GEOUS: ORGANIX UNVEILS WAVY APPLE SNACKERS TO BRING FRUITY FUEL TO LUNCHBOXES

Introducing the newest addition to the Organix Kids range: made with 100% organic apples and one of a littles one’s five-a-day
On-the-go snacks under 100 calories, packed full of fibre and perfect for lunchboxes or school holiday adventures
Supporting Organix’s mission to provide parents & caregivers with tasty snacks they can trust for happy, healthy little

picture of a baby in a rear facing car seat with mum and dad

Four in ten parents breaking the law on child seats and putting children in ‘deadly peril’

Four in ten parents admit to breaking the law by not always using child seats for children who legally require them
Nearly a quarter of parents with infants under 15 months are breaking the law by not having children rear-facing - risking serious injury in the event of a crash
The cost of living crisis could be contributing - most parents say they are ‘trying to

picture of parent working from home on the sofa next to their child

Dr Gummer, who specialises in child development, said activities can help boost mental and physical wellbeing, aid sleep and improve young people’s...