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🌼 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...

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Family Golf Fun: A Colourful Way to Get the Kids Involved

The moment the clocks went forward and the evenings began to get lighter, I knew it was only a matter of time until I became a golf widow again.

Sure enough, casual questions like “Do we have plans on Sunday?” started happening, and quick as a flash, the golf wear was back on and the clubs were stacked perfectly in the middle of my kitchen, ready to go!

This year, I decided...

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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....

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5 family-friendly activities to enjoy if you’re worried about money

With the UK economy falling into a recession and the cost of living crisis still affecting families across the country, many people may be looking for cost-effective activities to help keep their children entertained this spring.

The experts at Millets have compiled their top 5 kid-friendly ideas that the whole family can get involved in.

5 family-friendly activities: 1. Fort/...
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Educational weekend activity ideas for families

As any parent would attest, keeping the kids entertained on the weekends is no mean feat – and it becomes harder still when you attempt to incorporate some educational components into your itinerary. However, with a little imagination and a (perhaps larger) dose of patience, it is possible to combine the two. Best of all, when the kids are having fun doing an activity, they won’t even realise...

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Family-friendly summer workouts

Getting active: Family-friendly summer workouts

Exercise isn’t just something adults should do at the gym: the whole family needs to get plenty of movement in their everyday lives, both for their physical and mental health. The good news is that during the summer holidays, you have a great opportunity to exercise as a family, as you not only have the time but also (hopefully) the weather....

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How to enjoy a family walk this Mother's Day

Mother's Day is a wonderful occasion to celebrate motherhood with all the family , and as the weather improves, a family walk is a great way to spend time together. Getting outside and taking in some fresh air and nature is sure to be a relaxing day out for Mum, and there are plenty of imaginative ways to make it even more fun for both parents and little ones.

Here, Charles Clinkard will take...

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Netflix vs Board Games: Family ‘Night in’ Essentials for a Cosy Success! 

Nights at home suddenly become much more desirable once wintertime rolls around. The drop in temperature means many families prefer the warmth of their homes to the great outdoors, cosy with a fluffy blanket, a mug of hot chocolate, and their favourite television series.

But what else is needed in order to achieve the ultimate family night in? Here we’ve put together a list of...

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Planning a Family Day Out? Check Out the Top 10 Children-Friendly Country Parks in the UK

The outdoors provides a great opportunity for family activities, where you get to spend some quality time with both your loved ones and nature. It’s the perfect weekend recharge recipe that is sure to bring you joy and unforgettable memories.

Here in the UK, we are blessed with a wide variety of country parks, spanning across endless fields, small hills, and deep forests. Packed with...

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Experience a Very Venetian Family Adventure at Hilton Molino Stucky Venice

Swap Screen Time for New Cultural Family Activities from Venetian Rowing to Mask Making

Hilton Molino Stucky Venice , the five-star hotel on Giudecca Island, is delighted to offer families a series of must-try cultural activities during their time in Venice. Designed to immerse all ages in the local culture and history, the local offerings encourage families to swap screen time and the...

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