Parenting News

23 June 2007

Playhouse Disney Launches UK First Ever Enviromental Guide For Preschoolers
Seven out of ten parents feel more concerned about the future of the planet since having childrenThree quarters of parents believe kids are never too young to start learning about ...

23 June 2007

School In Court Over Chastity Ring Ban
Teenager Lydia Playfoot, 16 is fighting for the right to wear a religious symbol at school has accused teachers of discriminating against her Christian faith. Lydia has been banned from ...

22 June 2007

Potty training
Your child may be ready to start trying to use the toilet if he or she:stays dry for a couple of hours each day takes an interest when you, your ...

Smokers
21 June 2007

Smokers Banned From Fostering Children Under Five
Smokers face being banned from fostering a child under the age of five in new guidelines put forward by leading fostering charity the Fostering Network.The new guidelines which will be published ...

20 June 2007

Safety at home
Fit child-proof locks on cupboards where you keep cleaning products – many contain hazardous chemicalsUse a stair guard for very young children Put cold water in the bath first and then ...

16 June 2007

Smacking Laws To Be Reviewed
The government looks set to review the laws on smacking of children and speculation is growing that a total ban on smacking a child will be introduced.In 2004 restrictions were toughened ...

Phanton pregnancies
16 June 2007

Men Experience Phantom Pregnancies
Don't worry ladies when you are suffering with morning sickness, and back pain whilst pregnant your fella will know exactly how you are feeling.A recent study showed that many ...

teeth
15 June 2007

Looking After Your Childrens Teeth
It's all a bit embarrasing - Brits can only manage to do it for 45 seconds.Yes, research has proved that we are ridiculously inadequate when it come to brushing our ...

15 June 2007

Strong support for Samaritans 24:7 Day
Bullied “Wimbledon” actress backs call to actionPeople across the UK are backing Samaritans’ 24:7 campaign - and the ‘call to action’ is backed by hit UK film “Wimbledon” actress Alexandra ...

12 June 2007

Standards target Rolled Out In Manchester
Deprived areas in Manchester and the West Midlands are to receive £75m in a "highly-targeted" drive to tackle underachievement in schools.This marks the first expansion of the London Challenge - ...

11 June 2007

Mobile Phone Safety for Your Child
T-Mobile has launched a dedicated section on its website covering the issue of mobile safety for children, with input and advice from the NSPCC.Aimed at those buying a mobile for ...

11 June 2007

Study Raises Fears On Child Epilepsy Drugs
Research on studies of 8,000 children has revealed urgent safety studies are needed for newer anti-epilepsy drugs that are being increasingly prescribed for children.A British Journal of Clinical Pharmacology report ...

10 June 2007

Jeremy Kyle - Should This Sick Show Air
TV bosses are to screen a sick show in which a convicted paedophile recounts his depraved crimes in an attempt to justify his depraved actions.During the one hour ITV1 special ...

9 June 2007

Help Your Child To Build Their Confidence
Having low self-esteem can make life much more difficult. If you don't have the confidence to try new challenges or if you feel people don't like you, it can have ...

6 June 2007

T-Mobile Launch Child Protection Site with NSPCC
T-Mobile has launched new child protection secion on its website aimed at those buying a mobile for use by a child.T-Mobile has put in place information and safeguards in place to ...

6 June 2007

ABSENT PARENTS TO BE NAMED AND SHAMED
Absent parents who refuse to pay their childrens maintenence could be named and shamed on a new website.The Child Maintenance and Enforcement Committee (C-MEC) will replace the Child Support Agency ...

Angelina Jolie
5 June 2007

Celebrity Adoption
Despite Angelina Jolie admitting that parenthood is taking its toll on her relationship with Brad Pitt she wants to adopt another child.In 2002 actress Angelina adopted Maddox, now 5, from Cambodia ...

30 May 2007

Revision! – a fretful time all round especially for the mums
Forget the kids, it’s the parents you should be more worried about when it comes to exam season, according to a new survey.Almost three quarters of parents say their biggest ...

29 May 2007

Staying Healthy While Your Pregnant
Your daily Meals should include the following:Fresh fruit and vegetables, especially citrus fruits and dark green vegetables, which contain folic acid. Carbohydrates such as bread, pasta, grains, potatoes and cereals. ...

26 May 2007

Things Too Do With The Kids
Looking for something fun to do with the kids this Summer? Well look no further, ‘Persil Dirt is Good Weekends’ will be sponsoring a series of family events across ...

26 May 2007

Dads Balacing Work And Home
So Dads Can Be Involved More...... Think You may be entitled to two weeks' paternity leave. Find out if you're eligible.Some fathers take some of their annual leave after the ...

26 May 2007

Parents Checklist For Child Care
Go through a lists and answer all the questions to make sure you haven't forgotten anything important.Have you looked at several local options to get a good idea of what's ...

25 May 2007

Sunny holidays 'Reduce sperm count'
Going abroad for a relaxing holiday before trying for a baby may not be a good idea, fertility experts say.Officials at the Bourn Hall Clinic in Cambridgeshire say soaking up ...

25 May 2007

'No alcohol in pregnancy' advised
Government research says there is no proven safe limit of consumptionPregnant women and those trying for a baby should avoid alcohol completely, according to new government advice.It replaces existing advice ...