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Separated couples turning to mediation to ‘co-exist amicably’ as cost of living crisis hits

NFM says it is helping couples in conflict who can’t afford to go their separate ways

The charity National Family Mediation (NFM) has reported that it has seen an increase in enquiries from people struggling with the cost of living, with some separating couples saying they are being forced to live together even though the relationship has broken down.

Jane Robey, NFM’S CEO,...

Battle of the Dinner Plate: Taking on Picky Eaters 🥦

Mealtimes can become tricky if your child is a fussy eater, and sometimes the pickiness seems to appear out of nowhere. Fighting over broccoli stems and water isn’t fun. It can make a difficult and stressful eating environment.

However, there are ways to encourage your little ones to eat and drink healthier. Here, we will explore some ways of improving dinner times, even with the...

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Gentle Parenting: Is There a “Right” Way to Raise Your Child?

Every family is different. The dynamic of siblings, home environment, and work-life balance are unique to each family throughout the world. This means that multiple parenting styles have evolved in your lifetime and beyond, including one named gentle parenting.

Gentle parenting encourages a positive relationship between the parent and child. The parenting style argues that kindness...

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New TV show helps toddlers navigate their daily moods

‘Hangry’, frustrated, scared, sad, happy… New TV show helps toddlers navigate their daily moods

Every parent knows toddlers can experience a steep rollercoaster of emotions daily. Now a new TV show launching on 14 November aims to help young children grasp and accept their feelings.

And for parents practising #gentleparenting (the hashtag has now attracted +2.6 billion views on...

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7 Expert hacks to reduce your family’s energy bill

  1. Invest in hot teddies

While it’s common knowledge switching on the heating regularly can cause bills to surge, it can be tempting to give in as temperatures drop. Hot water bottles can be a great option for keeping the whole family warm, and for heating up beds before bedtime.

But one smarter option for parents is hot water bottle teddies, or microwaveable hot...

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Eight Simple Things You Can Do To Create a Successful Autumn Family Night In

Autumn and wintertime generally mean spending as little time as possible outside. Not only does the temperature seem to plummet as soon as a single leaf turns gold, but October to January are also the wettest months in Britain. Nobody can blame you for wanting to skip the outdoor social events and stay cosy in the warmth of your home instead.

When you have children to consider –...

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Research by Monopoly finds 2.3 million British children are unable to name more than 10 cities

New research from Monopoly has unveiled that UK children know more about virtual worlds and cities, found in video games and TV shows, than countries and destinations across the world.

Whilst over half of kids have heard of Gotham (55%), Zootopia (58%) and Neverland (60%), only a quarter have heard of Shanghai (25%), Milan (28%) or Cape Town (26%). In response, Monopoly has launched Monopoly...

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Learn Colour Psychology to Design the Ultimate Nursery

Colour has much more meaning than we might think. It evokes certain emotions and has a direct impact on our behaviour, personality, and memory. As psychiatrist Carl Jung said, “colours are the mother tongue of the subconscious”.

It’s no surprise that spa resorts incorporate calming greens, blues, and whites. These colours are associated with serenity and well-being. Similarly, the colours you...

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How To Prepare a Safe and Cosy At-home Bonfire Night Experience For The Whole Family

Many of us can agree that, as a country, things have felt rather bleak recently, with harsh headlines and frightening front pages dominating the local news. Now more than ever, it’s important we find solace in the ‘little’ things while making the most of life’s simple pleasures. Bonfire Night offers an opportunity to do exactly that.

Also known as Fireworks Night, this event started...

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