Parenting

11 August 2012

UK Parents Believe their kids Should be Better Educated on Culture in School

Britain is now a more diverse society than ever before, but according to new research commissioned by Petra’s Planet, a new virtual world for children to explore and learn about ...
11 August 2012

Nagging Sweeps the Nation as Parents Succumb to School-Break Blues

The summer holiday honeymoon is officially over for one in three families as we move into the third week of the school summer break for many across the UK. Parents ...
10 August 2012

Britain is a Nation of Kidults

Researchers have found the 57 per cent of the adult population admits they are ‘immature’ and would rather partake in hobbies more commonly associated with the younger generation and their own ...
10 August 2012

Top tips for creating a fabulous and fun kids’ den

If you're planning a stay-cation this year you cannot be guaranteed glorious sunshine. Don’t panic! Pippa Jameson, with the help of the Command range of products from 3M, has created ...
9 August 2012

Myleene Klass Turns Shop Assistant for New Children's Shoe Range

Combining fun, fashion and personal touches, with the trusted fit of the iconic shoe brand, the shoe range marks a natural step for Myleene who has been brand ambassador for Start-rite ...
9 August 2012

Five must-see places for children in London

1. Bigoodi The first UK ‘Concept Store’ for children opened its doors in Parsons Green earlier this year.&nbsp Influenced by Parisian exclusive and quirky boutiques in the fashionable area of Le Marais, ...
8 August 2012

INTERVIEW: Peter Andre

Dad-of-two and celebrity entrepreneur Peter Andre is hard at work on a number of projects. Here, he talks to us about his new clothing line, the upcoming album and a ...
7 August 2012

Childhood Affects Eating Habits of Four in Five Later on in Life

There are numerous things that are widely acknowledged to influence eating habits for adults, ranging from health concerns and allergies to the latest fad diet, but new findings from Opinium ...
7 August 2012

Cartoon Network Launches World Record and UK Families are Invited

The pair were in Glasgow to kickstart the construction of giant alien “Bloxx” featured in new hit series, Ben 10: Omniverse, and made entirely out of plastic bricks. The world record ...
6 August 2012

New 'Rescue' Mobile Phone Service Launched for Worried Parents

Two thirds of all parents with children using their own mobile phones worry about them being unable to contact home in an emergency situation due to having no credit. The major ...
6 August 2012

Best UK relaxation spots for families

Get away from it all this summer. With over 300 houses and gardens, plus acres of some of the UK’s finest coast and countryside, there’s space for everyone to enjoy ...
5 August 2012

Helpline for your Children Following Results day

For those who receive higher or lower grades than expected and want to explore alternative options about their future, the Exam Results Helpline 0808 100 8000 is a lifeline. The Exam ...
4 August 2012

Money making with back to school tips for parents

From uniform to stationery to musical instruments, there are hundreds of ways to save money - and make money - from the things the children don’t need any more. Here's what to ...
4 August 2012

Meet Rachel Lowe the mum Behind a Gaming Sensation

The mum-of-two, to daughters Hannah and Lauren, was 18 when she first entered parenthood. Rachel was determined to make her mark and sure enough the business entrepreneur has worked hard, ...
3 August 2012

Fruity summer drinks recipes for the family

This summer Club Penguin will be transformed into a tropical fruit mecca when the island’s summer party – The Adventure Party: Temple of Fruit – rolls into town.  But, if ...
3 August 2012

INTERVIEW: Peter Andre

Dad-of-two and celebrity entrepreneur Peter Andre is hard at work on a number of projects. Here, he talks to us about his new clothing line, the upcoming album and a ...
3 August 2012

Paying Out, not Playing Out

Remeber the days when a family game of charades could entertain the parents, the children and the grandparents for hours on end? Those were the days, the days when technology ...
2 August 2012

Advice parents should give to their children for job prep

As youth unemployment stands stubbornly above the one million mark and competition for work experience places is intensifying, the summer holidays provide a great opportunity for thousands of young people ...
2 August 2012

Kids spend more time in front of a screen than playing outdoors

Playing computer games, watching television and playing games on phones or other consoles mean very few children will be out and about in Britain’s parks this summer. Instead, they’ll be ...
1 August 2012

INTERVIEW: Kirsty McCabe

This summer Cartoon Network invites kids across the UK to help build a giant alien (Bloxx) out of plastic bricks and break a Guinness World Record for the greatest number ...
1 August 2012

Childcare and bringing your baby to work advice

Tactical parents may save up some, or all, of their paid annual leave for the school holiday period, but with most full-time employees averaging 4.6 weeks’ holiday per year (the ...
1 August 2012

Olympic-inspired family activities in the UK

The summer holidays are here, and whilst your little ones may be super excited about being off school especially during London 2012, this long break poses a problem for parents, ...
1 August 2012

INTERVIEW: Kirsty McCabe

This summer Cartoon Network invites kids across the UK to help build a giant alien (Bloxx) out of plastic bricks and break a Guinness World Record for the greatest number ...
31 July 2012

The National Search is on for the UK's Youngest Inventors

Kids come up with the brightest ideas.  In fact, some of the world’s best inventions were thought up by inquisitive teens – the trampoline, ear muffs, Braille and even the ...