Parenting

what were you least unexpecting when you were expecting?
18 October 2012

Parenting News: Celebrity and UK Mums Reveal what they Unexpected when Expecting
In a nationwide survey, to celebrate the DVD and Blu-ray release of the comedy film about impending parenthood, What To Expect When You’re Expecting on October 22, 45 per cent ...

JK Rowling
17 October 2012

Parenting News: Young People are more Impressed by Business than Bieber
Instead, many young people in the UK are looking to entrepreneurs for inspiration. J.K. Rowling, Richard Branson and Mark Zuckerberg top the list of role models young Brits aspire to, fuelling ...

Where are you going on holiday this half term?
17 October 2012

Parenting News: European Holidays are the most Affordable this Half Term

Largely due to favourable exchange rates, european holidays are the most affordable with pound up against the euro. The research, which studied the price of holidays in ten of the top ...

School breakfast clubs are continuing to close
17 October 2012

Parenting News: Kelloggs Supporting food Banks as School Breakfast Clubs Continue to Close (VIDEO)
Following the news that 40 per cent of breakfast clubs have closed in schools across England, research released today shows that teachers have seen a huge increase in the number of ...

What ar eyour thoughts on this issue?
16 October 2012

Parenting News: Charity Report Supports Vulnerable Families
A new report titled The Red Book 2012 – an investigation into the real impact of the recession and spending decisions on over 46,000 children supported by the charity in ...

Christmas on Female First
15 October 2012

Five ways to handle pester power at Christmas
Christmas can be a challenging time for families financially. If you're a parent, there can be pressure to buy the best presents for your children. This pressure can come from ...

Nicola T and Jeff Brazier
15 October 2012

Parenting News: Celeb Parents and Kids Spend Morning Discovering Science
A host of celebrities and their children spent the morning discovering the joys of Science, at the Haier home appliances ‘Let Children Dream’ party at London’s Science Museum on Saturday ...

Do you need schooling on mobile internet safety?
14 October 2012

Parenting News: Phones 4u Launches Information hub for Parents on Mobile Internet Safety
Phones 4u has launched an education programme to help mums and dads understand the security options available on today’s mobile phones, enabling parents to make informed decisions to protect their ...

What's your family's favourite takeaway meal?
14 October 2012

Parenting News: British Households spend nearly £2500 a year on Takeaway Food
The average British household spends £2,467 a year on takeaway food - that’s £206 a month. A Ruby Murry is still a firm favourite fast food choice for hungry Brits, only ...

Show your support for International Day of the Girl with Plan UK
13 October 2012

International Day of the Girl: Female Stars take over London Eye to show Support
Led by Southbank Centre and global charity Plan UK, the takeover of the EDF Energy London Eye was held on October 11 to mark the launch of WOW Girls and ...

Do you think the internet is helpful or harmful for children?
13 October 2012

Parenting News: Interactive Guide Launched to Help Parents and Kids Navigate the web
Nine out of ten UK parents believe the Internet creates incredible learning opportunities for kids however; more than three in five parents would welcome more guidance on how to help ...

Bloxx made it down to London
12 October 2012

Parenting News: Stacey Solomon Rounds off new Ben 10 World Record
The sculpture, made out of plastic bricks, has toured 10 UK cities throughout the summer getting bigger at each location as thousands of record-breaking kids contributed their own bricks. The sculpture ...

The Sea Life London Aquarium
12 October 2012

Parenting News: UK's First "Audio" Aquarium in London for Blind and Partially Sighted Children
Working with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO), The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) and the pupils of Joseph Clarke School the aim is to bring the ocean world ...

Is your child addicted to their mobile phone
12 October 2012

Parenting News: Young Brits take Mobile Attatchment to the Extreme
The research shows that one in ten of 18-24 year olds who own a mobile phone often wake in the middle of the night to check their phone, while 48 ...

Amanda Holden is supporting Pampers and Unicef
11 October 2012

Parenting News: Amanda Holden Launches Pampers and Unicef Campaign (VIDEO)
For every specially marked pack of Pampers bought or mum and baby photo uploaded onto the Pampers Facebook page, Pampers will donate the cost of one tetanus vaccine to support ...

Parenting on Female First
10 October 2012

Half term holidays: Top five winter sun destinations and how to enjoy the local culture
In fact, one in ten will actually lie to friends and family about how much they get up to on holiday in a bid to make their time away sound ...

Have you fallen out with friends over you children?
10 October 2012

Parenting News: Third of UK Parents have Fallen out with Friend over Children
The study, conducted to discover more about the parenting habits of Britons, polled 1,358 parents across the UK, to find out more about how they behave when it comes to ...

Parenting on Female First
10 October 2012

Expert tips on how to create a comfortable baby's nursery
Celia Sawyer, a business woman and mother of two, is the owner of the influential Knightsbridge interior design company cool10 luxury interiors. Celia was a celebrity judge on a recent ...

Would you learn a new language to inspire your child?
9 October 2012

Parenting News: Parents want Their Children to Learn new Languages
In their recent research into the reasons behind the decision to learn a new language, Rosetta Stone has found that parents see their own language learning as a key activity ...

Parenting on Female First
9 October 2012

A mother's story: Living with a colicky baby and the effect on her family
When your baby will not stop crying for weeks on end, it can make the experience unbearable. This was the case for Mum Stacey Balfour, mother of two-year-old Alex and ...

Parenting on Female First
9 October 2012

How to manage your children's reputation online
In today's connected world, nine out of ten children have a mobile phone, and are able to communicate with others as never before. Facebook, instant messaging, E-mail, Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr, ...

Jemma Kidd will be on the judging panel
8 October 2012

Parenting News: Jemma Kidd Supports new UK Search for Walt Disney World Family

Walt Disney World resort in Florida is looking for its first ever ‘Walt Disney World Family’ – and it’s looking here in the UK. This never-been-done before search will unearth ...

Parenting on Female First
8 October 2012

Green parenting: Top tips on being a 'green parent'
Top Tips from eco-experts, at the Science Museum, on Green Parenting and how easy it can be: 1. The main carbon and environmental impact of cotton clothing is in its production. ...

Knowing First Aid can help save lives
7 October 2012

Parenting News: British Red Cross to Launch First Aid Challenge Campaign for Parents
The campaign which is the first of its kind, will kick start at the Earls Court Baby Show later this month on 26 October, and runs until the end of ...