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Back to School, Back to Chaos: Why September Breaks Mums More Than January January gets all the hype, but September is the real reset for families. New classes, new teachers,…

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Sep 2025

The Noticeboard

30 Hours Free Childcare 2025: What Parents Need to Know

30 Hours Free Childcare in England 2025: What Parents Need to Know Right Now The final stage of the government’s childcare expansion has arrived. From September 2025, eligible working parents…

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Sep 2025

The Kitchen Table

Our Home Education Week (UK 2025): Life with a 12 and 10 Year Old

Our Home Education Week: Life with a 12 and Almost 10 Year Old People often ask me what home education actually looks like when you’re living it. Not the Pinterest…

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Aug 2025

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What Parents Get Wrong About the First Day of School – and Why More Families Are Choosing Home Education Instead.

Every August, parents scramble to get the “perfect” first day of school right. But what if the stress, the overpacking, and the teary drop-offs aren’t the only way? Here’s a…

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Aug 2025

The Survival Den

When Kids Say ‘I’m Bored’: Why It’s Not a Bad Thing (And How to Respond)

“I’m bored!” It’s the phrase that can send a shiver down a parent’s spine. But child psychologists say boredom isn’t the enemy — it’s a hidden opportunity for creativity and…

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Aug 2025

The Clubhouse

Teens and Tanning: Why It’s Back, and What UK Parents Should Know

Scroll Instagram this summer and you’ll see it: teenagers proudly showing off bronzed skin. Tanning is making a comeback among young people — but at what cost? Here’s what UK…

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Aug 2025

The Noticeboard

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…

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Aug 2025

The Tool Shed

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…

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Aug 2025

The Kitchen Table

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…

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Aug 2025

The Tool Shed

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…

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