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AI Chatbots and Kids: What UK Parents Need to Know About the New Digital Companions

From Snapchat’s My AI to standalone apps, children are now chatting with AI bots more than ever — often without parents knowing. Here’s what UK mums need to understand about AI companions, the risks, and how to talk to kids about them.Parenting in 2025 means managing a digital world we never grew up with. Alongside…

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Baby Bottle Washer UK: Must-Have or Waste of Money?

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Do You Really Need a Baby Bottle Washer? A Gentle Guide for UK Parents

Baby bottle washers promise to clean, dry, and sterilize your bottles in one go — but are they really worth it? We asked child health experts and real mums about the pros, the cons, and the must-know facts for UK families.If you’re a new parent, chances are you’ve already Googled whether you need a baby…

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Makeup on Toddlers? Real Stories From UK Mums

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Why Some Mums Let Their Toddlers Play With Makeup – Real Stories From UK Families

From glitter nail polish to pretend lipstick, some UK mums are letting their toddlers dabble in beauty products — and they say it’s not about vanity, but play. Here are real stories from families doing it their own way.When a recent Fab Daily call-out asked mums about using makeup on their young children, the internet…

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School Uniform Costs in 2025: What the New Branded Item Cap Means for Parents

School Uniform Costs in 2025: What the New Branded Item Cap Means for Parents Families across the UK are set to save millions — but how much, and when? Here’s everything you need to know about the school uniform changes, council grants, and how to cut costs right now. The Rising Cost of School Uniforms Parents…

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Energy Drinks & Kids: The Hidden Risks of Kratom and Kava

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Energy Drinks for Kids: The Hidden Dangers of Kratom and Kava Beverages

From neon cans to herbal blends, energy drinks are becoming more common among UK teens. But a new wave of drinks made with kratom and kava may pose serious risks. Here’s what parents need to know right now.It’s no secret that energy drinks are popular with teens — from flashy cans promising “focus” to trendy…

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iPad at Dinner? The Screen Time Debate Every Mum Is Having

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Is Giving Toddlers an iPad at Dinner Really That Bad? A Gentle Parenting Look at the Screen Time Debate

When a UK mum handed her toddler an iPad at a family dinner to calm the chaos, she was met with judgment from in-laws and even her husband. Was she wrong—or just resourceful? Here’s what etiquette experts and child therapists say about screen time, family pressure, and the gentle parenting balance.It’s the dinner table debate…

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Activities That Fit YOUR Parenting Style — Gentle, Slow, Panda, Free-Range, Authoritative

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Activities for Every Parenting Style: Gentle, Slow, Authoritative, Panda, and Free‑Range

Ever wondered what activities fit your parenting style? From gentle to free-range, here’s a guide to kid-centric activities that feel like a match for how you parent — no pressure, no perfection.Parenting styles shape not just how we connect with our kids, but how we play, rest, and grow together. Whether you lean gentle, slow,…

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Five Tiny Back-to-School Traditions That Make a Big Memory (Without the Big Spend) html Copy code

Back-to-school doesn’t need balloons, banners, or big budgets to feel special. These five tiny, heart-warming traditions can become the moments your kids remember most.This is The Cubby - a pocket-sized space for little wins and everyday magic. While social feeds are full of elaborate first-day photo shoots and themed breakfasts, many UK mums are craving…

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Soft Estrangement UK: The Quiet Boundary Mums Are Choosing in 2025

You haven’t blocked them. You haven’t fallen out. But you’ve quietly stepped back - fewer texts, no spontaneous visits, more “sorry, we’re busy this weekend.” This isn’t drama. It’s survival. And it has a name: soft estrangement.In 2025, more UK mums are quietly protecting their mental health by practising what’s now being called soft estrangement.…

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The IVF Queue at 40+: Why More UK Women Are Choosing Motherhood on Their Own Terms

She’s 42, single, and sitting in the waiting room for her IVF consultation. She hasn’t told her friends. She hasn’t told her mum. But she’s decided: she will be a mother - even if it means doing it alone. In 2025, more UK women than ever are choosing late motherhood on their own terms, and…

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