Family

Managing Distance: Five Ways to Parent Across Borders

Being separated from a child across international borders due to divorce or relocation is an intensely difficult experience. It requires navigating emotional and legal complexities simultaneously and often leaves parents feeling torn between love and practical limitations.

It's possible to build a meaningful, connected relationship with the right structure and support - even when oceans lie...

Full story

Halloween horrors to avoid!

Halloween is meant to be all about scares, but there are some horrors that you’ll want to avoid. Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service has some top tips for enjoying the festivities safely:

reduce the risk of fire by using battery powered tea lights in pumpkins, rather than candles
fancy dress costumes are often highly flammable so it's important to stay away

picture of someone viewing tiktok on a smartphone

Expert answers TikTok's most-asked parenting questions

Parenting expert answers TikTok’s most-asked questions about raising children – including why you shouldn’t feel guilty for being busy

Parenting expert, Pamela Li, has answered the most commonly-asked questions on TikTok, to help separate fact from fiction
This follows a new analysis that has revealed which queries and concerns appear most often under #parentingquestions

PARENTING EXPERT GIVES HER TOP TIPS FOR TRICK OR TREATING THIS HALLOWEEN

Parenting Expert Holly Zoccolan, Founder of The Carol App provides her top tips for trick or treating - what to consider and how to know if your kids are ready?

There are definitely things to consider before allowing your child to trick or treat without an adult. These include;

Age

One of the first considerations is age. Many experts recommend that children under the age of...

First half term co-parenting after separation? 6 tips to help get you through

Single parents will be bracing themselves for the October half term this year, as the Coram Holiday Childcare Survey 2023 found that just 24% of local authorities in England have enough holiday childcare for parents working full time. This comes after a survey from UNICEF found that over half of all parents (66%) with young children under 5 in Britain are struggling financially.

With...

5 Tips for returning to work post maternity leave

Leadership expert and founder of The Successful Leaders' Collective Rebecca Ann shares her top tips for women looking to get their careers back on track after maternity leave.

Returning to work after maternity leave is a significant transition for women. As a leadership and careers expert, here are my top 5 tips to help make the process smoother and more manageable:

1....

Save up to £2,000 a year on childcare costs for your little pumpkins

Autumn is here and with October school holidays just around the corner, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding working families to give their childcare budget a treat this Halloween by opening a Tax-Free Childcare account.

Parents can use Tax-Free Childcare to help with childcare costs for school holiday clubs, breakfast or after school clubs, childminders or nurseries. It provides...

Magical Wonders Unveiled: How to Throw the Ultimate Disney Themed Party

Every child looks forward to their birthday, from the sugar-filled food tables adorning cakes and candy, to the party games and presents.

Disney is a household classic and with its ever-growing popularity, with Disney+ amassing 152.1 million subscribers and its platform expecting to overtake Netflix by 2026, it is no wonder children around the world are enamoured with these classic...

The State of Parental Leave: What the UK & Other Countries Offer

Reassured reveals the disparities in parental leave experiences for UK fathers
Paternity leave across the UK shows regional inequalities, with Manchester leading for parental leave while fathers in Leeds grapple with career repercussions
Industry-wise, the charity and law sectors had the highest perceived career impact for fathers

New research...

From Grandparent to Great Friend - It’s Good to Talk

New research from Ambassador Cruise Line suggests that Brits could be better at showing their appreciation for their grandparents and all that they do for the family unit

Almost half of Brits don’t see their grandparents regularly - do people need to re-prioritise their time to show their appreciation?
Grandparents open to sharing everything you always wanted to know (but

THE FIRST-EVER BLUEY MOBILE APP GAME IS HERE!

Based on the BAFTA and Emmy Award-winning animated preschool series

BBC Studios partner with Budge Studios to launch the first-ever Bluey mobile app game, “ Bluey: Let’s Play ” will be available at the Apple App Store , Google Play and Amazon Appstore from 15th August 2023.

“ Bluey: Let’s Play ” is based on the Emmy and BAFTA Award-winning global TV show that follows Bluey,...