Parenting News

18 February 2009

Saira Khan Balances Business With Babies

Saira Khan may well be known for her fierce reputation in business, in addition to being 'that gobby one' off The Apprentice, but in reality she's a big softie!Seeing as ...

18 February 2009

The Truth Behind Men’s Relationships with their Mum

New research by Hallmark Cards has found that there is a rise in a  group known as 'Mumbos' - men who are comfortable about having a close relationship with their ...

15 February 2009

Naomi Watts Loses Baby Weight Without Any Effort

Naomi Watts is astonished she has managed to lose all her baby weight just two months after giving birth to her second son - because she hasn't exercised once.Watts and ...
12 February 2009

Coping With Dyslexia

Dyslexia affects one in ten people and currently around 375,000 children in the country have been diagnosed as being dyslexic. Here’s how to recognise it and get the support you ...

9 February 2009

ChildLine Reports Increase in Sex Abuse Calls

The NSPCC has revealed that ChildLine, the charity’s 24 hour confidential helpline, has counselled more children for sexual abuse last year than at any other time in its 22-year history.Figures ...

9 February 2009

Youngsters Using Internet To Source Worrying Material

The average teenager spends an astonishing 31 hours online each week, according to new research by cybersentinel.co.uk. And more than eight hours are spent browsing soft porn, cosmetic surgery, dieting ...

6 February 2009

Tips To maximise Fertility

Valentines Day is fast approaching but the 14th of February is also Think ABout Sex Day, which hopes to encourage couples to think about their reproductive health and fertility.Fertility is ...

6 February 2009

Encouraging good behaviour

There isn't one right way to get children to behave themselves. Your child's temperament, your parenting style and the situation will all influence what you do. Children learn a lot about ...

6 February 2009

Children's Activities For When School Is Out

With the snow continuing to keep schools closed you may be struggling to come up with ways to keep your child entertained but fortunately the NSPCC has come up with ...

4 February 2009

Temper tantrums

Toddlers can act out their anger and other strong emotions. So how you can soothe them and your frazzled nerves?The peak age for tantrums is two to three, but they ...

4 February 2009

Sexual health and your teen

Your teen's developing sexuality can mean a difficult time for you all, and your support and advice is needed to help relationships develop in a safe and mature way.Generally, girls ...

4 February 2009

New research proves Vitamin D’s benefits for babies.

A 18-year study led by Bristol University has shown that babies born after their pregnant mothers have enjoyed a big dose of summer sun are taller and stronger-boned than those ...

4 February 2009

Naomi Watts Wants A Baby Girl

Actress Naomi Watts is keen to have another baby - because she wants to give her sons a sister.The King Kong star gave birth to her second child, Samuel, in ...

4 February 2009

Halle Berry To Have Another Baby?

Halle Berry could be about to become a mum for the second time if boyfriend Gabriel Aubry has his way.The model-turned-restaurateur, who is one of seven, is keen to give ...

3 February 2009

Country Singer Zac Brown Expecting Third Child

Country singer Zac Brown is expected to become a dad for the third time. His wife is expecting their baby in the summer.The lead singer of the Zac Brown Band ...

3 February 2009

Mel B 'Settles Eddie Murphy Baby Battle'

Former Spice Girl Melanie Brown has ended her legal battle with Eddie Murphy, over their daughter, in secret, according to a new report.Mel hit the headlines in 2006 over her ...

3 February 2009

Erykah Badu Gives Birth To Baby Girl

Soul singer Erykah Badu and hip-hop star Jay Electronica have become parents to a daughter.The little girl, their first child together was born on Sunday February 1st.Erykah announced the news ...

2 February 2009

Twin pregnancy

Twins can be identical (from one fertilised egg that splits) or non-identical (from two separate eggs). Identical twins are the same sex as they have the same genes. Non-identical twins ...

30 January 2009

Danger of Children Falling Through Safety 'Net'

A new survey reveals that British parents o not know what their children are getting up to on home computers.A whopping 76 per cent of parents admit they regularly leave ...

30 January 2009

Teen Unemployment Rise

The number of young people in England not engaged in any productive activity is increasing, according to the latest figures. People aged 16 to 24 not in work, education or ...

30 January 2009

Elizabeth Hasselbeck Pregnant With Third Child

U.S. talk show host Elisabeth Hasselbeck is pregnant with her third child with American football star husband Tim Hasselbeck.The View co-host announced she was expecting again on the morning chat ...

30 January 2009

Chad Lowe To Welcome First Child

Actor Chad Lowe is taking on a new role as dad - his girlfriend is expecting their first child.Emmy-winning star Lowe, 41, will welcome the new addition with his partner ...

29 January 2009

Music Can Help Children's Development

Children who are exposed to music or who play an instrument from a young age are more successful in school than those that don't and British parents are well ahead ...

27 January 2009

Parents Demand More Male Childcare Workers

Parents in England are calling for more males to work in early years settings – and single mothers are leading the charge to ensure their children have contact with men ...