Parenting

Young Drivers at risk because they think extra tuition is a sign of weakness The vast majority of young drivers are shunning the chance to improve th ... [more]

Once upon a time children ran around in green fields, played hopscotch and climbed trees then along came knives, guns and hoodies and suddenly 'youths ... [more]

It's hard to believe when you hold your tiny newborn, but by the end of the first year, some babies will be taking their first faltering steps. Think ... [more]

As a rough guide, change your baby's nappy about as often as you feed him. If your baby is feeding very often, you don't need to change him every time ... [more]

Children up to the age of 12, or up to 1.35m (4ft 5in) in height, have to use safety seats in cars. This means children under 12 need to use child sea ... [more]

School meals might be becoming healthier, but there are warnings from nutritionists that too many pupils are still buying junk food in local shops. A ... [more]

Primary school children are to be given an early insight into the work of William Shakespeare. A government initiative will see schools in England be ... [more]

Britain’s mums think that Fern Britton has the perfect balance of family life according to a new study. The poll shows the lovable TV host has been na ... [more]

For many women waiting for conception can be a stressful and anxious time so Female First got some top tips for getting pregnant from midwife Sharon T ... [more]

It's important for children to have some time when they're not being given structured activities, to encourage their own developing interests and to u ... [more]

Nell McAndrew launches the UK's first rent-a-mum scheme at the Alton Towers Resort In theme parks across the world, the sight of mums sitting on th ... [more]

Accidents are the second biggest killer of children in the UK with six children dying every week and over 2,000 admitted to hospital. Most families a ... [more]

From ‘dipping’ to doggy-paddle, Brits are ignoring the danger signs. Britain has caught summer swimming fever. At home and abroad families are taking ... [more]

Two Spanish children have been placed in a psychiatric health unit for treatmentregarding addiction to their mobile phones, Spanish media report. The ... [more]

It's not about punishment, It's about learning. There isn't one right way to get children to behave themselves. Your child's temperament, your parenti ... [more]