family wellbeing

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Why scabies symptoms often appear at the end of January

Derbac M sales increase by over 1,500% every January as UK families face post-Christmas rise in skin complaints
  • Five years of sales data reveal repeated spikes after school holidays as households return to school and work

  • This pattern repeats after Easter, summer holidays and October half-term, showing a predictable seasonal spike

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Supporting Your Child Through Their Spring Mock Exams

Spring mock exams can feel like a big milestone for children and parents alike. Offering calm, realistic parenting advice during this time can help everyone feel a little more grounded and supported. Whether your child is preparing for GCSEs, A Levels or internal school assessments, mocks often bring added pressure as they mirror real exam conditions. With the right support at home, you can...

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How To Help Your Child Overcome Academic Failure

Academic failure can feel overwhelming for both children and parents, especially when emotions run high and confidence takes a knock. Offering calm, realistic parenting advice at these moments can make a huge difference. Whether it’s poor exam results, struggling with a particular subject, or a dip in confidence at school, setbacks are a natural part of learning. With the right support, these...

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From Chaos to Calm: Reclaiming Peaceful Family Evenings

Creating Calm Evenings That Everyone Looks Forward To

Evenings can often feel hectic, especially for families juggling work, school, and extracurricular activities. Yet, a calm and predictable evening routine can transform the end of the day into a time that everyone genuinely looks forward to. By setting a few simple habits, you can foster relaxation, connection, and a sense of...

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How to build healthy habits as a family

Building healthy habits as a family is about more than just nutrition or exercise – it’s about creating routines, supporting one another, and making wellbeing a shared priority. Whether you have young children or teenagers , fostering healthy habits together can strengthen family bonds and set a positive example for life.

Start with Small, Achievable Goals

Trying to overhaul your...

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How to survive visiting family this Christmas with your young children

The big Christmas getaway is fast approaching, and I remember so clearly the mix of emotions it used to bring when my children were young. The excitement of seeing their joy and wonder building was always tinged with a little anxiety about how to juggle it all - especially when throwing extended family into the mix.

While Christmas is a time of twinkling lights, festive treats, and...

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