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- The Guardian
‘I avoid them whenever possible’: the children’s authors who don’t like kids
Raymond Briggs is the latest in a long line of writers revealed to have had little interest in children
- The Guardian
‘I hope the parents aren’t judged for having a glass of wine’: María Moldes’s best phone picture
The Spanish photographer noticed two children asleep at a restaurant after a day on a Benidorm beach
- The Guardian
Why do baby names go in and out of fashion? We ask an expert
Everyone wants their child to be different, explains sociologist Jane Pilcher – but social class and ethnicity play a role too
- Yahoo Life UK
Free or cheap things to do with your kids this summer (that are genuinely good)
The school holidays aren't easy. They're exhausting and expensive for parents but if you know where to look there are loads of free and cheap activities for kids - that they'll actually enjoy.
- The Guardian
An up-to-date picture of single-parent life
Letter: Despite the difficulties, it’s time we changed some of the outdated narrative of total despondency, says Lucy Smith
- Yahoo Life UK
Married couple 'split house in two' to cope with living together after 20 years apart
Married parents Claire and David Burke finally moved in together after two decades – but they sleep and watch TV in different rooms every night.
Yahoo Life UKWedding expert's strict dos and don'ts list divides social media users
From not having too many bridesmaids to not tying the knot too late in the day, these are the top 10 wedding dont's.
- Evening Standard
UK children ‘lack understanding and awareness of cyber bullying’
A study found children in the UK don’t fully understand what could constitute cyber bullying, while parents worry about it less than others globally.
- Yahoo Life UK
Serena Williams criticises gender imbalance in sports as she retires from tennis to focus on family: ‘I don’t think it’s fair’
The tennis star has penned an open letter explaining her difficult decision to step back as an athlete in the latest issue of Vogue.
- The Telegraph
Snapchat allows parents to see who their teenagers are talking to
Snapchat will allow parents to monitor who their teenagers are talking to, without prying on their private conversations.
- The Guardian
I see you, single parents. I see your work, your pain – and your joy
Single parents still face stigma and social exclusion, says Guardian columnist Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett
- Evening Standard
Snapchat introduces Family Centre tool to boost child safety
The opt-in tool will require a parent and child’s Snapchat accounts to be friends.
- Yahoo Life UK
Paloma Faith reveals Pride performance sparked empowering homosexuality conversation with her child
The singer, 41, chatted to her daughter about love and sexuality ahead of her Brighton Pride performance.
- The Guardian
More than a third of parents fail to contribute towards child maintenance payments
Ineffective government-run scheme risks creating a poverty trap for families owed money, MPs warn
- Evening Standard
Stacey Solomon reveals surprising honeymoon destination
The Loose Women panelist revealed the refreshingly down to earth way that she and Joe Swash intend to spend their first weeks as husband and wife
- Yahoo Life UK
Breastfeeding my baby resulted in my breast cancer diagnosis
During World Breastfeeding Week (1-7 August), one woman reveals the shock discovery that forced her to stop breastfeeding her baby.
- Yahoo Life UK
Jennifer Coolidge and other celebrities who've revealed their sexual partner count
From Jennifer Coolidge to Mariah Carey, some celebrities have been open about how many sexual partners they've had throughout their lives.
- Yahoo Life UK
12 award-winning breastfeeding products and accessories mums swear by
From breast pumps to bras and stylish nursing tops here are all the best aids in 2022.
- Evening Standard
Stokke JetKids Review: the perfect flying with kids accessory
Pack this handy suitcase that doubles as a ride-on and an airline bed when flying with your child
- Yahoo Life UK
Celebrities breastfeeding: From nursing twins to public feeding, mums busting taboos
From Ashley Graham and Emily Ratajkowski to Millie Mackintosh and Laura Whitmore, celeb mothers are getting real about breastfeeding.
- Yahoo Life UK
Chrissy Teigen tentatively shares pregnancy following baby loss: 'I breathe a sigh of relief to hear a heartbeat'
The model revealed she is 'feeling hopeful and amazing' to be pregnant again with husband John Legend, almost two years after the tragic loss of their third baby.
- Yahoo Life UK
Number of children seeking allergy treatment soars: How to spot one in your child
More and more children are needing medical attention for allergies. Here's how to spot the symptoms and where to get help.
- Yahoo Life UK
Celebrities with lookalike children, from Reese Witherspoon to Liz Hurley
Which stars do you think have the most mini-me children?
- The Telegraph
The secret to having a good relationship with your adult children in 2022
You think you have your children sorted. You got them through GCSEs and A levels, off to university perhaps, or into employment, then – after they brought home a few bad ’uns – settling with a partner and starting their own family. Along the way you might have had some advice from parenting experts such as Penelope Leach, the National Childbirth Trust, fellow mothers at the school gate, siblings or friends.
- HuffPost UK
5 Lessons We Learned From Vicky Pattison: Me, My Dad And Alcohol
The reality star offers an emotional insight into growing up with a parent impacted by alcoholism.
- The Telegraph
‘We can’t keep up with our friends’ lavish lifestyles’
We were out for Sunday lunch with friends, but as the waitress handed me the menu I felt my stomach lurch. Shooting my husband a glare, I wanted to round-up the children and make a run for it.