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40 Inspirational quotes for kids to motivate, inspire and share positivity every day
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146 fantastic facts for kids to really blow their mind
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Can childhood memories shape who we are? Plus, what are core memories and how to make them
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Unique baby names: From Alchemy to Wirrin - scroll through 200+ of the most unusual baby names for boys and girls
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I have mum guilt and here's how Brené Brown's one sentence helped me deal with it
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Happy 20th anniversary Peppa Pig! Celebrate with our pick of the best Peppa Pig toys (and most are under £25)
LATEST FAMILY
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Nearly half a million mothers report being 'legally gagged' from talking about workplace discrimination and bullying - here's how you can help
Mothers campaign against being silenced by non-disclosure agreements in the UK, protecting employers against workplace bullying and harassment.
By Lucy Wigley Published
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Psychologist warns of the one ‘big message’ you send your child if you film them having a meltdown
If you ever film your child when they're having a meltdown, a psychologist warns of the big message this sends them that could strain your relationship.
By Lucy Wigley Published
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Parents 'don’t always need to validate their kids’ feelings' - expert argues 'obsession' with validation results in ‘less emotional regulation’, not more
A parenting expert has revealed that we don't always need to validate our kids' feelings, and the 'obsession' to do so can actually fuel dysregulation.
By Lucy Wigley Published
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Do you want an over-achiever or a 'healthy achiever'? If you 'hold your kid back' you're a more successful parent than most, according to a Harvard-trained expert
Encourage your child not to spread themselves too thin
By Adam England Published
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£100 for an A - would you pay your kid for their GCSE grades? This mum claims her son is 'genuinely motivated' by her 'results reward strategy'
She expects to pay her son over £500 based on his mocks, but not everyone thinks it's a good idea
By Adam England Published
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Neurodivergent teens often exposed to ‘repeated humiliation experiences’ according to a psychologist, and the 6 ways they can thrive instead of survive
If your teen is neurodivergent, they might not always find school easy – but here's what they can try
By Adam England Published
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Research shows sister relationships ‘more positive’ than any other sibling bond
If you have a great relationship with your sister, you're not the only one, as a recent study has found
By Adam England Published
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"My biggest rule..." Dr Becky reveals to Oprah the number one boundary she has for her three kids when it comes to screen time (and it might be easier said than done)
Will you try out her advice with your own children?
By Adam England Published
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One grandparent has a 'bigger' impact on kids than the other... Can you guess which one?
There's one grandparent in particular that can best help children through life’s hardships
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
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Are Mabel, Irene, Ronald and Ernest due a comeback? 'Old' baby names expected to hit charts again according to '100-year rule' - but would you choose one?
Experts believe baby names that have fallen out of favour will soon be some of the most popular choices
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
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Whooping cough cases on the rise in the UK as 5 babies are reported dead - this may be the biggest outbreak in two decades, new data reveals
Cases of whooping cough have been on the increase since January
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
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Myths of only children debunked as study reveals no reliable scientific evidence that being an only child affects ‘personality, behaviour, or well-being’
Researchers looking into 'only child syndrome', have set about debunking myths about the stereotypical traits of only children, and the results are very interesting.
By Lucy Wigley Published
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4 tips to help teens cope with exam results disappointment, as experts warn A-level and GCSE results could be lower this year after post-pandemic ‘grade inflation’ stopped
Exam conditions returning to pre-pandemic levels this year could see a downturn in results. A psychologist shares 4 tips to help teens deal with disappointment.
By Lucy Wigley Published
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Has your teen searched for the leaked exam papers online? Amount of students caught 'cheating' has doubled, here's everything you need to know - including consequences
In light of the exam paper leak, Ofqual announce the consequences for those found searching for them. This comes as the number of students found cheating doubles in six years.
By Lucy Wigley Published
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Do your kids make fun of you for your millennial ways? These are the 6 habits that GenZ believe make millennials ‘officially old’
The slang you use and how you wear your socks can all affect the way younger generations feel about your age
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published