Latest articles by Charlotte Whistlecroft
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Busy and burnt-out? Here are some simple ways to help kids build creativity and emotional intelligence
It can be hard to find time as a working parent to play with your kids, but it's vital for their development
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Pippa Middleton’s key parenting choice that Prince George, Charlotte and Louis are massively benefiting from
An expert has revealed how Pippa's important decision has impacted not only her sister Kate Middleton but also her young nieces and nephews
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Do you have unhealthy boundaries with your teen? These are the 5 signs you do
Experts have warned that a toxic parent-teen relationship can hinder a child's 'successful transition into adulthood'
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Why you need to be in your kid’s school Whatsapp group, says psychologist - and the 10 surprising disputes that pop up
New research has revealed the most pressing topics parents are discussing on their school Whatsapp groups
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Back-to-school season stressing you out? Wellness expert reveals 5 tips to help you keep your cool
Getting back into the school year groove can be difficult for working mums, but these expert-approved tips should help
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Confused by your child's Pokemon obsession? Here's how these cute creatures took over the world...
This month, the Pokémon World Championships are taking place
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What is 'second best parenting?' Experts reveal how it’s empowering parents
Being the 'perfect' parent is an impossible task and second best parenting is here to reassure you of that
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Get ready for the Paralympic games – an explainer for kids by The Week Junior
Athletes with disabilities will compete in Paris this summer
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NSPCC calls for a total ban on parents using physical punishment as concerns over children being smacked and hit triple in a year
The charity are campaigning for a change in the law
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"I feel helpless when my teen has friendship issues" - one mum shares best advice she ever got (and it worked)
Mum of three, Alison Perry, has hit a whole new mum era and it’s brought up some surprising challenges
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Trust me, this Really Real Puppy toy set will be a big hit with your kids - here's why
I tested the Little Live Pets Really Real Puppy toy set and now my four-year-old nephew is obsessed with it
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Best places to buy school uniform: 8 shops that put quality, price and clever design details first
Discover our edit of the best places to buy school uniform from
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Long Covid affects teens and children very differently, new study reveals - here’s everything parents need to know
New research is highlighting the different ways Long Covid can impact kids and teenagers
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8 ways to help your teen with disappointing exam results, from an expert
I'm a teen expert, trust me when I say #3 is so important...
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Why Kirstie Allsopp’s decision to let her 15-year-old travel around Europe is the parenting flex we could all learn from
Why Kirstie Allsopp’s decision to let her 15-year-old travel solo is the parenting flex we could all learn from
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Annabel Karmel's cheesy carrot stars
These flavour-packed cheesy carrot stars by Annabel Karmel are perfect for introducing finger foods to your little one...
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Top 5 ADHD personality traits in kids revealed by educational expert - how many do you recognise?
There are so many different symptoms and traits of ADHD, in this article, I focus on the main five.
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Bad breath in pregnancy? Common causes, and 10 dentist-approved tips to deal with it
Do you or someone you know always have bad breath? It affects 2.5 million of us on a daily basis - get top tips on how to get rid of bad breath and prevent it coming back here
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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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6 new school attendance rules are coming into force this September - this is everything you need to know
Fines are being put in place for parents who break the new school attendance rules
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When do kids go back to school? The 2024/25 term dates you need in your diary
Back-to-school season is nearly upon us
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How to make your child’s bedroom their favourite place to be
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I regret doing too much with my kids when they were babies, and here's why wish I'd embraced lazy parenthood
When my children were very small, I filled their days with endless activities, and in hindsight wish I'd just stayed home and got to grips with my new role quietly.
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3 most common back-to-school issues kids face and how to deal with them, according to psychologists
After the long school summer holidays, it's only normal for children to struggle with the back-to-school transition
