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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
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Tinnitus in pregnancy is common and usually temporary - here’s what doctors want you to know
A highly experienced GP and esteemed Doctor of Audiology answer questions about tinnitus in pregnancy and share advice for expectant mothers experiencing this common ear complaint
By Rachael Martin Last updated
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'Mumfluencers' are making new mothers feel insecure, new study claims - but is it fair to blame other mums?
We know not everything we see on social media is true, but that doesn't stop it from inspiring envy and anxiety
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
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Ever heard of 'Grandma brain'? Science reveals it's a thing - and it might be the reason we think grandparents love their grandkids more than their own children
Grandma brain may not be a scientifically recognised term, but science does have an explanation for the phenomenon
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published