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Half of parents admit to having a ‘secret’ savings account their partner doesn’t know about
It might be surprising to learn that half of parents admit to having savings accounts their significant other doesn't know about, but it's not always for the reasons you think.
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Working parents - here's everything you need to know including flexible working, unpaid leave and more
Confused about flexible working and unpaid leave? With the increasing need for both parents to be employed, here's what you need to know about workplace flexibility.
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The 'incredibly helpful' 30-second rule – liked by nearly 2 million people – that your kid needs to know about
This useful piece of advice is worth remembering for all of us, not just our children
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Here's exactly how the pandemic may have affected your teen's brain, says new study
Teenage girls' and boys' brains have aged faster than normal through the Covid-19 pandemic, findings from a new study have indicated
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Martin Lewis tells MPs how we need financial education 'in EVERY school for EVERY child'
The Money Saving Expert has been arguing the case for all kids to get financial education lessons at school
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The top 20 parenting wins that 'keep parents going', says new study
Being a parent is difficult, but caregivers are sharing the little wins that keep them going - and it really is these small things that help everyone through the hard days.
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10 things a teen coach wishes all teenagers knew and #9 is mind-blowing
Being a teenager is hard, but your kids are doing really well – and it's important for them to remember that
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Higher ADHD diagnosis for kids born in July and August, says study - but why?
Researchers found higher diagnosis of ADHD in children born in July and August, but also explain the reason for this and why they don't find it surprising.
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Want your kids to help around the house more? Try these four expert-approved tips
Make chores fun and set a good example – it'll make your family's to-do list a lot less painful in the long run
Latest Family
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Computers that can think for themselves – an AI explainer for kids by The Week Junior
How artificial intelligence is changing the way we live
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How to move on after divorce: 4 tips to find a new life after marriage by relationship experts
It's time to heal, set boundaries, and thrive - for both you and your children.
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10 effects of cyberbullying - and #8 is why parents need to take action
Cyberbullying has long-lasting impacts on kids, teens and even their families and friends. We explore the research and speak to psychological experts to understand the devastating impact of online bullying
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What is cyberbullying? 11 things parents need to know about
If you worry about your kids getting cyberbullied, here's how to spot the signs
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4 brilliant reasons why theatre with TodayTix is a must for parents (and kids!)
This is your chance to see the best of the West End with London Theatre Week on TodayTix
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I think my child is a bully - what can I do? 8 tips from an expert
What happens if your child is the one bullying? We have expert tips on how to approach the situation and stop the bullying behaviour.
Where to buy
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18 top Christmas toys 2024 - including LEGO, Tonies, Stitch and more
These are our expert-picked top Christmas toys for 2024, based on our in-house tests
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Pixie Supremes Magic Mirror review: a thoughtful and engaging toy that is really something special
Punteha and her daughter Amelia tested out the new Pixie Supremes Magic Mirror from Magic Mixies and were majorly impressed - here's why
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The 11 best travel strollers, all tried and tested by parents
Make days out and trips abroad easy with the best travel strollers for hassle-free travel, from birth to toddlerhood, and beyond
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Minions Ultimate Fart Blaster review: kids will find it hilarious, but is it worth the money?
Mum Stephanie tested the new Minions Ultimate Fart Blaster toy with her son, Ted and explains whether it's worth the £30 price tag
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Best cot beds in 2024: 12 sleep solutions, all tried and tested by babies and toddlers
Discover the best cot bed for your baby based on our tried-and-tested parent reviews
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These are the best cot mattresses to buy in 2024: 8 options all tested by babies and toddlers
We put 8 of the best cot mattresses to the test —here's what our panel of parents thought...
Latest money
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14 surprising ways to spend your Tesco Clubcard vouchers - from restaurants and cinema passes to mini breaks and Disney+
Tesco Clubcard vouchers can help you cut the cost of everything from groceries and travel to days out and cinema tickets
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How to get Disney+ for free and save up to £79.90 a year
Even though the streaming giant ended its free trial offering, there are still multiple ways you can get Disney+ for free for up to 12 months
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Parents of teens who have just taken their GCSEs urged to check child benefit status ahead of August deadline
With a child benefit deadline looming, some parents could see their payments reduced or stopped altogether - here's why
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Parents should hold off buying this back to school staple 'as close to their first day as possible', says retailer
With parents turning their attention to kitting their kids out for the new school year, research suggestions which items should be left until the last minute
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8 places teens can get freebies for GCSE results day
Whether it's a celebration or commiseration, these are all the places teens can get a free treat on exam results day
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7 ways to save on back to school essentials, as its revealed parents will spend £2.3 billion in 2024
We share ways you can get your child all the bits and bobs they need for the new school year, without breaking the bank
Latest wellbeing
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Backache in pregnancy: causes and how to relieve it, according to women’s health experts
Expert advice on managing back pain in pregnancy from a GP, midwife and specialist physiotherapist – with insights from real-life mums, too
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Swiss ball exercises in pregnancy: 12 moves to try, and how to make them safe
A prenatal exercise experts reveals how to reap the benefits of using a Swiss ball during pregnancy
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11 best perfume advent calendars 2024: From Lancome and L'Occitane to Molton Brown and Rituals
The best perfume advent calendars will count you down to Christmas with a new scent every day. Here, our beauty writer rounds up her top picks.
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10 tips for parenting during the menopause, according to doctors (and mums)
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Pregnancy vitamins and supplements - what you need and when to take them
While the ‘eating for two’ during pregnancy motto might be a myth, what you put in your body when you’re carrying a baby is still incredibly important.
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Is this the end of menopause? ‘Very exciting’ new research shows it might be possible to ‘delay menopause’ and extend women’s child-bearing years
Researchers are working to delay menopause and the increased health risks associated with it
Latest food
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15 kid's birthday cupcakes you can easily make yourself (#8 certainly has the 'wow' factor)
These birthday cupcakes for kids are tasty, easy to make, and perfect for sharing come party time...
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26 showstopping kid's birthday cakes you can easily do yourself (including a cheat's no-bake train cake using Mini Rolls)
Think Oreo cake, giant rainbow cupcake, pick & mix cake, and many more. There are some serious Brownie points to be won with this lot...
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5 of the best Bluey birthday cakes you'll want to make your Bluey-obsessed kids
From six-tiered cakes to 3D showstoppers, we’ve got all the Bluey cake designs you need...
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12 easy-peasy no-bake treats perfect for kids' birthday parties (#1 is made with Party Rings - yes, really!)
These easy no-bake kids’ party treats can all be prepared ahead and also make a great weekend activity to keep little ones entertained...
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15 healthy fish recipes the kids will actually eat (including an Annabel Karmel classic)
From fish pies to crunchy tuna cakes and salmon pasta dishes to fish burgers, we've got lots of delicious and easy fish recipes for kids...
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Genius ways to use up leftover beef from Sunday's roast (#12 is a 20-minute wonder)
Here are the best ways to use up leftover beef including noodles, stews, pies and so much more...
Recipe Finder
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Mary Berry’s lemon drizzle cake
Learn how to make Mary Berry's lemon drizzle cake recipe our easy guide. Mary's classic lemon drizzle will never let you down - see how to make it here.
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Basic cupcake
Make a batch of 24 cupcakes in just 40 minutes with this basic recipe. Ideal for bake sales, school fetes, kids' parties, and more.
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Mary Berry’s chocolate cake
Make a perfectly rich chocolate cake with luxurious chocolate icing using Mary Berry's chocolate cake recipe...
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Easy chocolate chip cookies
One of our most popular chocolate chip cookie recipes is ready in just 30 minutes...
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Chocolate muffins
Soft, moist chocolate muffins with a rich chocolate sponge and dark chocolate chunks. This recipe makes 12 muffins...
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Butterfly buns
Our easy butterfly buns recipe is perfect for kids. We've kept our butterfly cake recipe simple - just slice the tops off and fill with buttercream and jam...
Spotlight
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70 things to do with kids and how to entertain them (we've found the best and cheapest activities to try)
Things to do with kids to keep them engaged and entertained
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Things to do with toddlers at home: 48 easy ideas with cardboard, pegs and tweezers
Things to do with toddlers at home that won't break the bank or your will to live
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Indoor activities for kids: 40 amazing ideas for rainy days
It's raining, it's pouring but luckily there's fun to be had!
