Family

Advice, tips and lifetsyle features aimed at parents, children and families.

The best family animals to adopt

Finding the right animal companion for you and your family is a big decision that can be so rewarding when you’ve given it proper thought. Children are universally fascinated by animals and there is a mountain of research that shows that they have many health benefits for our little ones .

The right company for your family will very much depend on who you are as people and whether...

Motherhood: Challenges, Strengths, and Tips

Motherhood: The Challenges, Strengths and Support Needed

Wow, mums are truly amazing! I mean, have you heard? According to a recent survey of 2,000 mums, 73% feel like they are the best mom in the world. And you know what? I couldn't agree more!

It's not just about feeling good; these mums care for their families! A staggering 80% of them believe that they are the driving force behind their household and that their family would be lost...

Buying Your Child's First Mobile Phone: 11 Tips To Ensure It Lasts

Mobile phones have become such an incredibly integral part of our lives. For our children, they can provide a sense of independence, connectivity, and safety - as well as being an important rite of passage. Understandably, you’ll want to ensure that the phone you choose is not only safe but also lasts and provides value for money.

Of course, there's a lot to consider when buying your...

Brits top ‘air punch’ moment is winning on a scratch card

The Top 20 Air Punch Moments

A new nationwide study by webuyanycar has revealed Brits top ‘air punch’ moments, with winning on a scratch card (51 percent) and getting a tax rebate (38 percent) both high on the list.

Logging off before a bank holiday weekend (25 percent) and the sun coming out for your BBQ (38 percent) are further small wins for Brits, while football team wins (25 percent) and your children’s...

A hack that will help boost memory just in time for exams

Nervous about your exams this month? Expert reveals tips to make revision easier

Mads Soegaard, Founder at Interaction Design Foundation (IDF) has revealed a hack that will help boost memory just in time for exams - and almost anyone can do it.

GCSE, AS level and A level exams are set to start on the 15 May and run up until the end of June, meaning many students across the UK will now be trying to revise.

Instead of typing up tons of notes and hoping...

Stuck on a birthday gift for your wife? 5 tips on choosing the perfect gift

It is a bit of a conundrum for husbands the world over.

The longer you are with your wife, the harder it is to get her the perfect gift for her birthday. Why? Well, because you have already done so much together, and you will have likely accumulated a string of perfect gifts along the way. That does not mean, however, that you should not put any effort into your gifts or, even worse...

Considering a Mid-life Career Change? Why Fostering May Be the Right Choice for You

It is never too late to make a career change, no matter your age or how long you’ve worked at your current job. If your career isn’t leaving you satisfied or you are no longer happy in the job you chose in your 20s, it might be time for a mid-life career change. Becoming a foster carer is a rewarding job role, full of new experiences. Below we look at just a few reasons to consider fostering...

Five tips to ensure your proposal runs smoothly

Planning on popping the question? Experts offer FIVE tips to ensure it remains a surprise

Planning a proposal is both an exciting and difficult time. Not only will you feel anxious about the response when the moment arrives, but it’s also a challenge keeping it a secret – especially if your partner is observant.

However, experts in customised jewellery at Glamira have offered five tips to ensure your proposal runs smoothly and remains a surprise while also reducing nerves...

Navigating the world of online dating can be tricky

Expert reveals 7 tips to avoid online dating scams

Navigating the world of online dating can be tricky and it’s important not to lose sight of the potential dangers and scams that you may encounter whilst engaging with other potential matches. That’s why security expert Nathan Daniels from VPNOverview.com has outlined 7 steps you can take to protect yourself when dating online to ensure you don’t have a negative experience.

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Parents get just 30 minutes or less of quality time with their kids a day

Parents get less than 30 minutes a day quality time with their children

Parents get just 30 minutes or less of quality time with their kids a day, according to new national research

The biggest barriers to spending quality time with their children are working during the day (48%) and working late (39%), according to the national research from Baylis & Harding, the UK’s leading washing and bathing brand.

Other distractions include phone calls...

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