9 h. ago Expert reveals ten tips to try when bringing your kids to a festival this summer

Keep your kids safe and happy at live events with these handy hacks

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57 h. ago Video shows dolphin calf birth and first breath at Chicago zoo. Mom's friend helped

A bottlenose dolphin at the Brookfield Zoo Chicago gave birth to a calf early Saturday morning with the help of a fellow mom

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5 d. ago Money expert shares financial survival guide parents can start now for a more affordable summer

A bit of forward planning can help families boost their finances over the summer months.

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7 d. ago What is ‘parentese’? An expert explains the right way to talk to your baby

Learning to talk is not simply the product of hearing lots of words

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7 d. ago Money experts reveal how to spend less over the school summer holidays

Financial experts share budget-friendly summer holiday tips for parents

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7 d. ago Baby name expert reveals six names parents should never give their child

Two baby name consultants have revealed the half-dozen names they believe are 'old-fashioned' and should be avoided by new parents when choosing a the perfect name for their newborn

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1 week ago Parental intuition better at spotting child illness than vital signs, study finds

Study strengthens case for families to have right to second opinion under Martha’s rule being piloted in NHS EnglandParental intuition is more likely to predict critical illness among children than vital signs used to monitor health, according to a study that strengthens the case for families to have a right to a second opinion under Martha’s rule being piloted in the NHS.Experts from Monash University in Melbourne, Australia, said parents should be treated as part of a child’s care team in hospital after data on almost 190,000 emergency hospital visits involving children. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Parenting experts weigh in on viral video of mom saying she doesn't talk to her baby

A mom is under fire after claiming she doesn't talk to her 11-month-old at all - and sometimes just sits in silence.

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1 week ago Woke university launches 'Adulting 101' course for embarrassingly basic life skills fragile students can't handle

A renowned university has launched a bizarre 'Adulting 101' crash course for pampered students who can't perform the most basic life tasks that experts say parents have shielded them from.

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2 w. ago Martin Lewis reveals how thousands of parents are missing out on £2,000 a year

The finance expert revealed 800,000 parents in the UK are eligible for 'Tax-Free Childcare', but many are unaware.

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2 w. ago Parents who give smartphones to children could be driving a frighteningly common illness, scientists discover

American experts said children and parents were trapped in a catch-22 situation with increasing evidence of social media harms and increasing usage among young people.

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2 w. ago Strictly Come Dancing star reveals baby dilemma after adoption bombshell

Ellie Simmonds is considering motherhood - but there's still room for doubt. Before making an official decision, she follows parents and experts for guidance in her new show.

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3 w. ago Experts say this is the age you can let your teen go on holiday without you

What age is it ok for teens to go on holiday with friends? Here’s some advice

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3 w. ago What age should parents let teens go on their first holiday without them?

Lisa Salmon asks experts what the best age is for teens’ first holiday without parents – and how to reduce parental worries while they’re away.

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3 w. ago Experts warn of 5 types of fruit and veg that contain worrying levels of toxic pesticides

The Environmental Working Group (EWG) tested produce for pesticides and their findings show that several of the UK's most common fruits and vegetables are covered in chemicals.

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3 w. ago Brooklyn Beckham 'error' in family feud gives David and Victoria unexpected win

Brooklyn is reportedly in a rift with parents David and Victoria Beckham, but according to an expert the feud could unexpectedly work in favour for their brand.

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3 w. ago I'm a parenting expert, this is why I won't send my kids to birthday parties

Emily Oster, 45, from the US, appeared on the We Met At Acme podcast to discuss motherhood, there admitting she doesn't allow her children to attend birthday parties.

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3 w. ago Real or flake? Experts weigh in on whether TikTok’s viral ‘caveman method’ skin care routine actually works | Natasha May

The skincare fad followed by TikTok creator Tia Zakher involves no skincare at all and dermatologists are scepticalGet our weekend culture and lifestyle emailThe latest viral skincare routine involves no skincare at all. Dubbed the “caveman method”, it involves shunning any kind of skincare products, as well as water, and letting the skin barrier “heal”.TikTok creator Tia Zakher has become a viral sensation for her adherence to the trend. The 22-year-old sparked debate about the method after posting videos of herself with visibly flaky skin, apparently a result of the trend. “What you’re seeing is dead skin, that’s going to flake off eventually while new healthy skin forms underneath,” she told millions of viewers.Sign up for the fun stuff with our rundown of must-reads, pop culture and tips for the weekend, every Saturday morning Continue reading...

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