Parenting

Ad Feature Parents restrict kids' activities over laundry fears

One in five workers are putting parenthood plans on hold

Employees delay parenthood due to concerns over parental leave

I’m dreading the day my eight-year-old gets his first phone but this Mumsnet-backed app could help

This Mumsnet-backed app aims to help parents protect children online

Children can use phones safely with this app developed in association with Mumsnet

The free app helping parents manage children’s Android phones

A child’s first smartphone brings new independence, alongside important conversations about staying safe online

Giving your child their first smartphone? Seven things to discuss

A first phone brings independence, alongside new conversations about what children can access online

The free app helping parents set boundaries on a child’s phone

Nearly a quarter of parents have cancelled a medical appointment as they were too busy to attend

Parents put own health on backburner to care for children, study finds

Bugaboo x Stella McCartney launches the designer pram collection new mums will love

Bugaboo and Stella McCartney launch stylish new pram collection

Regatta’s back to school sale collection includes fleeces, padded jackets and a waterproof coat with a built-in torch.

Regatta back-to-school essentials from £4.80

Buying the Yoto Player was the simple switch that helped my son forget about his tablet

The Yoto Player is my favourite screen free find for kids

M&S has cut 20% off its school uniform range, with discounted prices on shirts, skirts, polos and jumpers ahead of the new term

M&S has 20% off school uniform sale - but it ends soon

New dads, with little ones aged up to four, show their affection most often through playing games

Dads have revealed key moments that shaped their fatherhood journey

Our writer tested out the new highlights at the popular theme park

Alton Towers and kids review: Bluey rides, waterpark and the real cost

Preston

I went to top recommended picnic site - here's why I'd consider going

A complete newborn travel system designed to make everyday parenting simpler (aff)

Newborn travel system that makes life less stressful

Four in 10 admit they can’t help but feel a need to appear perfect on social media

Six in 10 parents feel under pressure to appear 'perfect'
Six in 10 parents feel under pressure to appear 'perfect' and struggle with high expectations.
Richard Jenkins

Generic fun fair

Funfair returns to local park this Easter - here's what to expect

Many parents may be unaware of the dangers of trampolines

Warning as thousands of children injured every year by this activity

Sunnyhurst Wood, Darwen

I went to the Lancashire hidden gem with its own paddling pool

The new bundles are ideal for newborns - and they're on sale

This baby travel bundle could end one of parenting’s biggest headaches

Charlotte Dawson with her three children: this image was shared on the same day as her Naughty Corner news.

'Kids, chaos': Charlotte Dawson makes huge career decision

Despite their young age, children are spending more time on phones than ever – raising urgent questions for parents about safety, supervision and screen time

The child-only mobile network giving parents more control

Blackburn's Claudia Fogarty (left) was a guest on Blackpool born Charlotte Dawson's podcast this week

Lancashire's Charlotte Dawson & Claudia Fogarty talk famous dads

New research from Ben's Original reveals that half of UK parents wish they could cook with their children more often. To show how easy it can be, singer and TV personality Rachel Stevens joined young helpers for a 'Pudsey Cooking Challenge', part of Ben's Original's partnership with BBC Children in Need, which includes a £200,000 pledge to support children and young people across the UK.

Parents don’t cook with their kids due to time and mess

The Churchtown playground opening with Bluey, Heather Small, families and pupils

Celebrity guests open playground dedicated to Southport victims

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Cheapest school uniform deals for 2025

Creating healthy bedtime habits and encouraging time spent outdoors can both help kids cut back on screen time

9 tips for curbing your child's screen time - before school returns
The long weekend is the chance for parents to start breaking the hypnotic hold devices have over their child 📵
Amber Allott

Sunnyhurst Wood, Darwen

I went to the Lancashire hidden gem with its own paddling pool

I'd trade everything for just an hour with my daughters when they were little. Photo: Adobe

Who's The Daddy: The golden rule of parenting is always be there for them

As more children get smartphones at a younger age, parents face growing pressure to strike a balance between independence and online safety

The child-only mobile network giving parents more control

Talking, singing, or playing simple games like peekaboo with your babies can help support their development.

Why parents should play this game with their baby every day

The deal has arrived just in time for the school summer holidays

Kids' trampoline with 360° safety net now just £34.99 on Wowcher

Parenting Hack: Keep your kids cool during the heatwave with this unexpected Amazon hack

The ultimate parenting hack for keeping kids cool while they sleep

Damian North, Rascals

I'm selling my play centre after 17 years - but it has a bright future

Mikaela Shalders (bottom left) says that children with EBSA are overwhelmed, rather than defiant

What is ‘EBSA’ - and why summer is the time to prepare your child

How Tardy Gate play park will look

Work starts on new £275,000 playground - ready for the summer holidays

Shaun the Sheep augmented reality trail

Shaun the Sheep is 30! Celebrate at this new immersive trail

With the summer holidays around the corner, what age is appropriate to leave your children home alone?

The exact age you can legally leave your children home alone

Bedtime stories can do much more than just improve a child's sleep

3 ways bedtime stories benefit your child, according to a scientist

New playground at Martin Mere

New wet play area with in-ground trampolines opens near you

Emma and Matt Willis on board a Disney Cruise Line

Emma and Matt Willis test ‘perfect’ holiday formula

Retro inspired yogurts from Iceland

I tried retro-inspired desserts that take you back to your childhood

Easter in Colne 2024

Check out the Easter extravaganza near you where activities are FREE

Choose from 8,000 titles with Readly

Ultimate hack to save money on mags – with two months free with Readly

How the skate park will look in Edgeside Park, Waterfoot

Two new skate parts set to open this month near you

Josh Laurent

Footballer in safe sleep plea for babies - as shocking stats revealed

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How much pocket money you should give your child - a guide

Tardy Gate Play Area design

This is what a new £275k playground near you will look like

Bluey and Bingo

Parents warned to be vigilant over ‘dangerous’ fake Bluey clips

It is important children feel they can come to their parents with questions, or to talk about what they're seeing or feeling

Six ways to talk to children about racism - as suspensions rise

These are the 10 essential questions to ask your partner before the baby arrives.

10 questions you should ask your partner before you have a baby

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I made my own Dubai chocolate - this is what to be prepared for

Yes, you really can buy a pair of Crocs for £8. If you must...

Amazon is selling genuine kids' Crocs for £8 - but there is a catch

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Start 2025 strong with this fun family savings challenge

Top play farm seeks permission to keep using 20 crucial buildings

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