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Naughty but nice: The kindness of today’s kids revealed

  • Nine in 10 kids think being kind is the best personality trait a person can have
  • Children carry out as many as four acts of kindness a day
  • Nearly a third (32 percent) even say please and thank you to Alexa or Siri
  • As part of their #ToMyBaby campaign, Fairy Non Bio has partnered with Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity (GOSH Charity) to shine
  • ...
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The Parenting Daily's Christmas Gift Favourites

With Christmas fast approaching I have spent the last few days researching all kinds of gifts that I would like to buy for friends and family, I bet most of you have too.

One of my biggest pet peeves is wasting money on gifts just for the sake of buying something, so I really try to research what I'm getting and love getting things that are a bit out of the box. Luckily for me, I...

5 Tips for Self-Employed Parents to Stay Focused and Balanced

Welcome to the whirlwind world of parenting and entrepreneurship! Balancing the demands of running your own business while raising a family can be a challenging yet incredibly rewarding journey. As a self-employed parent, you are undoubtedly familiar with the delicate dance of managing work commitments and family responsibilities. In this blog post Amanda Brenkley, therapist and business...

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7 Expert-backed ways to avoid festive burnout

Despite Christmas being ‘the most wonderful time of year,’ the festive period isn’t always all sparkle and joy. One of the most hectic dates in the social calendar, we can be left feeling exhausted before the big day has even arrived. Here British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) members share their advice on how to spot the signs of festive burnout and how best to avoid...

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Must have accessories for your Yoto Player

Have you heard about the Yoto Player? It's this fantastic little device that's changing the way our kids experience stories and music – all without a screen in sight. Lots of my friends already have them and I'm sure they are on Christmas lists all over the Country!

What Is the Yoto Player?

The Yoto Player is a unique audio device designed especially for children. It offers a world...

Behind-the-Scenes of Family Life: TikTok Edition

In the dazzling world of TikTok, where dance-offs, lip-syncing, and creative challenges reign supreme, families are finding innovative ways to showcase the magic that happens behind the closed doors of their homes. If you're ready to dive into the fun-filled realm of family TikToks, buckle up for a rollercoaster of creativity, laughter, and a touch of chaos that captures the true essence of...

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Things to Consider When Buying a Dog for Christmas

For those looking to bring joy this Christmas, you might consider buying a puppy in time for the festive season. This, however, is a big consideration. The novelty of owning a dog for Christmas wears off quickly and with the attachment that animals get to their owners, it can be crueller than kind.

If you are thinking of buying a pet as a present here are some considerations you...

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Mediation charity gears up for spike in enquiries over festive feuds

  • NFM says many separated parents struggle to communicate over the holidays
  • The charity has urged couples to act fast to put plans in place for Christmas
  • Parents in conflict can get £500 to put towards mediation

National mediation charity NFM (National Family Mediation) says it is gearing up for its annual increase in enquiries this Christmas, with...

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Superheroes return! Dog Squad is back for series two

Everyone’s favourite super-doggy heroes are back for more exciting dog missions in series two of Dog Squad.

The super-skilled, big hearted team of working dogs return and use their super-doggy powers to complete daily missions for their owners in this hybrid live action and animation that is coming back to CBeebies and BBC iPlayer.

Pre-schoolers and their families have already got to...

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5 Ways to Help Your Child Avoid Christmas Overwhelm

The holiday season can be a magical time for children, but it can also bring a sense of Christmas overwhelm with all the excitement, activities, and expectations. As parents, it's essential to ensure that our children have a joyful and stress-free Christmas experience. Here are five ways to help your child avoid Christmas overwhelm:

1. Create a Calm Routine :

Establish a calm and...

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