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Pregnancy

The UK maternity crisis – what doctors and midwives want you to know

We like to think giving birth in the UK is safe, but with almost half of all maternity services now rated as either in ‘need of improvement’ or ‘inadequate’, should women be worried? Writer Susanna Galton investigates...

Pregnancy

‘I'm a skincare expert – here are the products to avoid while pregnant'

From retinol to vitamin C, skincare expert Dr Unnati Desai reveals the ingredients to use – and the ones to avoid – in pregnancy

Pregnancy

'I'm an astrologist, these are the best baby names depending on their star sign'

How do you choose a baby name that really suits the character and spirit of your child? Astrology experts say that for a true match, you should look no further than their Zodiac sign

Pregnancy

Epidurals during labour can cut the risk of serious childbirth complications by a third

Having an epidural during labour reduces the chance of heart attacks, eclampsia, sepsis and hysterectomies during labour by 35 per cent, research found

Pregnancy

Obstetric cholestasis in pregnancy: causes, symptoms and how to treat it

Netmums resident midwife Sarah Joy Owen explains the signs to look out for, how to manage it, and when to get expert help

Baby

Feeding babies smooth peanut butter from 4 months could protect them against allergies for LIFE

A new study advises babies should be exposed to peanuts from the age of four months to build up their resistance to future allergies

Baby

Louise Thompson calls for more perinatal health funding after nearly dying in childbirth

Made In Chelsea star Louise Thompson suffered PTSD and now has a stoma bag following her 'catastrophic' birth in November 2021.

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Best baby beach hacks – tried and tested by parents

Take the stress out of a beach adventure with your baby with these tried and tested parent tips… including a nifty way to remove sand

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How to summer-proof your baby’s sleep

Lighter evenings and earlier sunrises can play havoc with your baby’s sleep. But don’t panic, here are some simple ways to help them sleep

Baby

Parents warned as measles cases triple in UK – here are the symptoms to look out for

These are the signs of measles all parents should be aware of, as cases of the deadly infection soar to three times the level of 2023

Preschool

‘My son’s speech improved when we ditched the dummy’

Mum of two Louisa Sherlock agrees with comments made by Vogue Williams this week about how a dummy delayed her son's speech

Preschool

Vogue Willliams sparks dummy debate as her two-year-old’s speech has 'come on so much' since ditching pacifier

TV presenter and podcaster Vogue Williams seeks help from Instagram followers on issues with toddler son's pacifier habit and surprise boost it's had on his speech

Preschool

Childcare in England is 'failing', say campaigners – pushing women out of work

Campaigners say the UK's childcare system is falling behind the rest of the world – despite being among the most expensive

Preschool

Ask Dani: ‘Hate being called a “stay at home mum"'

Love your kids but don’t like playing with them? Got a partner who refuses to wear deodorant!? Fed up of being labelled by other mums? Our resident agony aunt Dani Dyer is here to help

Preschool

Safety expert lists the 3 toys he'd never buy his kids – due to hidden dangers

An injury lawyer has issued a warning over which toys parents should never buy

Primary

‘I’m a parenting expert: here are 9 water safety tips for kids you need to know’

It goes without saying that we need to keep our kids safe around water – and that includes when they’re older and can already swim

Primary

McDonald’s launches brand-new £3 meal deal – just in time for half term

The new budget-friendly mix ‘n’ match meal deal from McDonald’s lets you choose three items for just £3

Primary

Major new rules announced for kids’ grassroots football that every parent needs to know about

Primary school children under the age of 12 will no longer be able to head the ball, due to links with long-term brain disease

Primary

'I’m a vet – these are the 5 best dog breeds for families'

If you’re thinking about introducing a dog to your family, there’s lots to consider: from how big they’ll get to how much exercise they’ll need, and – most importantly – their temperament with children

Primary

Are SATs compulsory and can I opt my child out? Everything you need to know about the tests including key dates

SATs take place this year between Monday 13 May and Thursday 16 May. But what if you want to opt your child out? What are your options?

Secondary

The signs your teen is struggling during exam season – and how to help them

With teens across the country sitting their GCSEs and A-Levels this week, exam season is officially underway. But the pressure is all too real for young people, writes Lara Kilner

Secondary

‘Ghost children’ warning as thousands of children ‘give up on school’

Record numbers of children are missing most of their education, according to new research

Secondary

What is sextortion? What are the warning signs and what should parents do if they're worried?

Experts offer parents advice on how to deal with sextortion and protect your children

Secondary

The TikTok GCSE revision hacks that really work (and the ones that don’t!), according to an expert

From the #CandleStudy to #Blurting, there are plenty of studying hacks doing the rounds on social media

Secondary

Experts issue warning over 'highly dangerous' looksmaxxing TikTok trend

Parents are being urged to check if their sons are watching 'looksmaxxing' or 'starvemaxxing' content on social media, as experts warn it can lead to eating disorders

Cost of living

Low-income families to receive £80 payment per child from June

Struggling families in Cornwall will receive cash grants from next week, and similar schemes are available across the country as part of the Household Support Fund

Cost of living

More than 470,000 children missing out on free school meals – is your child one of them?

Hundreds of thousands of children who are entitled to free school meals in England are missing out, according to new analysis – check if you're eligible

Cost of living

7 money changes coming for families in June – including Child Benefit changes and new bank notes

A whole host of money changes are coming next month – here's what parents should keep an eye out for

Cost of living

Major UK bank paying £100 cash bonus to millions of customers

The £100 bonus is being paid out within weeks to millions of current account holders who also have a savings account or mortgage

Cost of living

Families' energy bills to fall by £122 as new energy price cap announced

An average family's energy bills will fall by £122 from July under the new price cap. Here's what it means for you

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'I'm a grassroots footie mum and this is what I'm buying my son's coach as an end of season thank you'

LookFantastic launches 'summer heroes' beauty box worth £130 for just £45 – and it includes Sol de Janeiro perfume

Asda's egg chair has £70 off – and shoppers say it's the 'perfect summer buy'

'I'm a toddler mum and these are the 6 holiday items I won't leave home without'