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The best cot mattresses to buy in 2024 tried and tested: top picks for babies and toddlers
The best cot mattresses put to the test - here's what our panel of parents thought...
By Heidi Scrimgeour Last updated
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Best newborn prams 2024 tried and tested by parents
The best prams for newborn babies put to the test by parents - which one is right for you?
By Heidi Scrimgeour Last updated
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Regretting Motherhood? I'm a psychotherapist; believe me when I say you're not alone, and here are five ways to respond to this feeling
‘I have never said this out loud or written it in black and white, but sometimes I feel like I regret having kids’ - anon
By Anna Mathur MBACP Accred Published
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Does your child want to quit their hobby? Parenting expert reveals how to know when quitting is ok and when to encourage a child to stick it out
Many children take up extra-curricular hobbies, but what do you do when they want to quit?
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
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Struggling to teach your kids about the mental load? This genius psychologist-approved hack could be a gamechanger - and it’ll teach your kids an important life lesson too
Teaching kids practical life lessons while also keeping on top of family life can be difficult, but this trick should kill two birds with one stone
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
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Experiencing hot flashes in pregnancy? Here's what to do and how to cool down comfortably
A midwife and an obstetrician and gynaecology consultant shared their advice with us about what to do if you are experiencing hot flashes in pregnancy and how to soothe symptoms at home
By Rachael Martin Last updated
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76% of children want to spend more time in nature, new research shows - but parents face these two common barriers
The National Trust has asked children and parents about access to the outdoors, and it's calling on the government to ensure that everyone lives within 15 minutes of a green space.
By Ellie Hutchings Published
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Health expert says doing this simple kid-friendly activity with a grandparent three times a week can help reduce their risk of dementia
As well as improving health, you can get in some important grandchild/grandparent bonding time
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
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Thinking about having a second baby? Turns out there is an 'ideal' age gap between siblings, according to science
Studies have looked into the impact sibling age gaps have on children, and one narrow window was shown to be beneficial for parents and kids.
By Ellie Hutchings Published