Recent Articles in News

Dream Toys 2018
Nov 14, 2018

The DreamToys list is the most authoritative independent prediction of toys that will be the most sought after this Christmas in the UK. Selected by a representative panel of retailers and industry experts, these are the toys that will be the talk of the playground this festive season.

National Stress Awareness Day: 5-4-3-2-1 Meditation
Nov 7, 2018

Commissioned by On the Beach, Professor Peter Kinderman shows us how to focus on happy holiday memories to combat stress with the 5-4-3-2-1 meditation method on National Stress Awareness Day.

World Mental Health Day
Oct 10, 2018

This World Mental Health Day, the theme is children’s mental health, and Bupa has created a guide to help parents to start a conversation about mental health and resilience with their children. 

Check Your Child's Sugar Intake
Aug 31, 2018

Children's breakfast items are sweeter than you thought!

If Your Child Is a Picky Eater Don't Worry
Aug 22, 2018

If Your Child Is a Picky Eater Don't Worry is the advice from researchers at Bristol University, Dr Caroline Taylor and Dr Pauline Emmett.

Dr Ranj on Strictly Come Dancing
Aug 20, 2018

The news is out about this year's Strictly contestants and young fans – and their mums – all over the UK will be jumping for joy to see that Dr Ranj is amongst them. Harriet is delighted.

World Breastfeeding Week – Ask Alexa
Aug 3, 2018

Amazon and Public Health England have today released the top 10 most common questions mums ask Alexa when it comes to breastfeeding troubles, in time for World Breastfeeding Week (1 to 7 August).

Changes to Sex Education in Schools
Jul 19, 2018

Sex Education is to be made fit for the 21st century in a major shake-up of the subject to reflect the modern pressures facing children and young people. Every pupil will learn how to stay safe and healthy as Relationships and Health Education gets a revamp

 

Britax Römer Summer Sale 2018
Jul 9, 2018

Britax Römer, the leaders in car seat safety, has announced its 2018 Summer Sale, giving parents discounts of up to 50% on selected car seat models.

New World Gallery at Horniman Museum
Jun 28, 2018

Over 3,000 objects from around the world exploring the fundamental question of what it means to be human go on display this week as the Horniman’s much-anticipated World Gallery opens to the public. The 600 sq m gallery opens following a major redevelopment of the historic South Hall to provide a bright and contemporary setting for the Horniman’s world-class anthropology collection. Anne Coates went along to preview.

Tax-Free Childcare in the Holidays
Jun 26, 2018

Can you get help with your childcare coasts during the summer holidays? Yes says HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).

Precautionary Recall - Children’s Blackcurrant Cough Syrup
Jun 20, 2018

Parents should check bottles of some own-brand children’s blackcurrant cough syrup to see if they need a replacement, advises Dr Sam Atkinson, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency’s (MHRA) Director of the Inspection, Enforcement and Standards Division.