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Parenting on Female First
20 August 2014

‘Back To School’ costs parents up to £520
The new school term can be an expensive month for many parents with the list of ‘back to school’ accessories ever growing.    Buying the new school uniform for the year, new ...

fearne cotton
18 August 2014

Fearne Cotton announced as Ambassador for Tesco Mum of The Year Awards 2015
Fearne Cotton, popular TV and radio presenter, has been named Ambassador of the Tesco Mum of the Year Awards 2015.  Fearne Cotton is new ambassador for Tesco's Mum of the Year ...

Parenting on Female First
16 August 2014

The Sun and Google join forces to get kids Coding
Britain’s biggest newspaper has today teamed up with internet giant Google to raise awareness of computer coding – the language used to instruct computers. The campaign is aimed at helping parents ...

Parenting on Female First
15 August 2014

Parents lose faith in Education System as changes come into force
This September, a new national curriculum will be taught in schools across England. Explore Learning has revealed that 62% of parents in England are totally unaware of the changes, suggesting they ...

Parenting on Female First
14 August 2014

Bikini no-go for Brit mums on the beach
Many mums, new or experienced, may endure endless body issues from stretch marks to ‘wobbily bits’ and dread searching for different alternatives to typical beach wear and prefer something that ...

royal british legion
12 August 2014

Poppy Picnics: Summer Holiday Fun(draising)
With the summer holidays now in full swing, The Royal British Legion is inviting families across the country to make this a summer to remember by hosting a ‘Poppy Picnic’ ...

Parenting on Female First
11 August 2014

Free school meals for infants
This year, big changes are happening to school food. The Department for Education are transforming who gets free meals, what children eat and how they learn about food. Healthy Choice for ...

school uniform
9 August 2014

Schoolwear Association urges Parents to sign Petition that will help with School Uniforms
With cheaper versions of school uniforms available for cash-strapped parents, for many, this the more desirable option when purchasing the new term attire. The Schoolwear Association, whose members clothe three-quarters of ...

Parenting on Female First
7 August 2014

Half of UK parents turn to kids for gadget advice
When you hear the word technology do you shudder inside and prefer to stay well away from gadgets? Half of British parents feel the same way and turn to their ...

Parenting on Female First
5 August 2014

Children’s reading skills at risk
Alarming statistics suggest that half a million children will be left behind in reading by 2020 if they aren't encouraged to read more. Everybody Learns, a Literacy Skills Company established to help ...

John Lewis
4 August 2014

John Lewis appoints ‘Little Panel’ to design ‘Children’s Rooms’ Home Range
A ‘Little Panel’ of 6 and 7 year-olds will help to shape the department store’s ‘Children’s Rooms’ home ware range. John Lewis 'Little Panel' The retailer has enrolled the panel, from East ...

mum and baby
1 August 2014

Nominate your local Little Heroes to Make a Splash

Has your child taken to the pool like a duck to water? Is swimming second nature to them? Do you spend most of your spare time with the little one ...

Parenting on Female First
31 July 2014

Parents blame the internet for forcing the ‘facts of life’ conversation to happen earlier
Is it time to have ‘The Talk’ with your child? Are you anxious about discussing the topic? Is it the right time to mention the birds and the bees? If ...

Parenting on Female First
30 July 2014

Majority of kids are ‘veg-a-phobic’
Getting kids to eat their veggies can be a difficult challenge at the best of times and something that many parents struggle with on a daily basis. You may have ...

Parenting on Female First
29 July 2014

School Holidays sees rise in accidental damage in the home

Your home may have become the new playground during the summer holidays, causing damage and breakage to furniture or the garden. Parents are being prompted to check their home insurance, ...

Parenting on Female First
28 July 2014

Arguments get in the way of family days out
If you and your family can’t decide what it is that you want to do during the summer holidays, and it’s causing friction between everyone, it seems many families are ...

Parenting on Female First
25 July 2014

No need for pupils to worry about starting secondary school
If your child is starting secondary school this September, as a parent, you may be feeling a little anxious about how your child will feel and whether they will enjoy ...

Parenting on Female First
24 July 2014

£2bn to be spent during summer holidays to combat learning loss
As the nation’s schools closed for the summer yesterday, many parents will be digging deep into their pockets to ensure that their children aren’t just sitting around all day doing ...

Parenting on Female First
23 July 2014

Modern parents shun technology for traditional play with their babies
After celebrating the very special birthday of Prince George yesterday, speculation of the gifts for the future king has got parents reminiscing about their child’s first birthday. It seems that ...

Skoda UK
22 July 2014

ŠKODA UK celebrates 'Young Driver’s' 150,000th lesson

Parents live in fear of their child being in a car collision, and with figures only raising more concern, it’s easy to understand why many parents are anxious about their ...

Families spending too much time using tehnology
22 July 2014

World’s First Crèche For Technology to get Families Re-Connected
We scrutinise our children for having their mobile phones glued to their hands, taking it with them everywhere they go whether it be the park or even sitting down for ...

Parenting on Female First
21 July 2014

British babies photographed 780 times before their first birthday
As Prince George turns one, he is the most photographed and recognisable baby since his birth last year. Recently appearing on the front cover of Vanity Fair, the future king ...

Hollyoaks cast back helpline
18 July 2014

Hollyoaks Actors Back Exam Results Helpline
Exams can cause huge strain in your child’s life. It is a difficult time for them to experience which is very stressful and demanding. Many children can feel pressurised and ...

Parenting on Female First
16 July 2014

Mothers feel like the ‘fun police’
Being a mother you have many responsibilities that require a mature attitude to get the jobs done. But for some fun-loving mothers, are fed up of being taken too seriously ...