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We tested the iCandy Peach 7 and it made heading out with a toddler and a newborn a lot more stylish and a lot less scary
Celeb mums love it but does the iCandy Peach 7 pass our real-mum test? Hell, yeah.
By Heidi Scrimgeour Published
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Family therapist reveals the 5 key phrases not to say to your kids this Christmas – and #3 is a pitfall every parent can relate to
For a holly jolly Christmas, watch your words, says parenting expert
By Daniella Gray Published
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The days of grandparent childcare are numbered as millennials feel 'frustrated' with parents too busy to look after grandkids (and it's bad news for nursery costs)
Busy grandparents are adding to millennials' childcare concerns - and apparently it's a 'common struggle'
By Ellie Hutchings Published
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"Oh, man! That was my fault, I came down for a drink and I saw a puff of magic dust" - 15 epic (and easy) reasons why our elf didn’t move last night
Your kids wake. The elf is in the same spot as yesterday. Curious kids will have lots of questions, quite rightly, as to why the elf didn’t move…
By Stephanie Lowe Published
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"I didn't feel I had a choice" Why 'teen-ternity leave' is an increasingly popular option for parents of older kids - but would you do it?
What is 'teen-ternity' leave and why are some parents choosing to take a career break for their older kids?
By Ellie Hutchings Published
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15 of the best maternity robes for your hospital bag
We've compiled a list of the best maternity robes to wear from bump and beyond
By Jess Beech Last updated
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Will we have a White Christmas in the UK? 2023 odds and Met Office predictions
It would be the first properly white Christmas in the UK in 13 years
By Ellie Hutchings Last updated
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This baby name is giving 'retro chic' vibes and it's predicted to be a top choice for parents in 2024 – would you choose it?
It’s stolen the limelight right at the last minute
By Daniella Gray Published
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Will it snow in the UK in 2023? Latest snow forecast
Find out when it will snow in the UK in 2023 and where snow is most likely to fall, as we look at the latest forecast.
By Ellie Hutchings Last updated
Babies
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Pregnancy Cravings: Why do I have weird food cravings and what do they mean?
From raw potato to lumps of coal, weird pregnancy cravings and food aversions affect two-thirds of pregnant women. We speak to the experts to find out more
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Names that start with T: From Truly to Tate we’ve found 200+ baby names beginning with T
Names that start with T can be fun, original or classic - play around with the letter, we've found 200 for you to scroll through
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Best personalised toy boxes, plus toy rotation - why it's important and how to do it
We’ve found the best personalised toy boxes for you and your little humans plus we talk to the experts about toy rotation and how to do it
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The best Black Friday baby deals 2023 from iCandy, Cybex, Elvie, and more
Save money on parenting kit with our guide to the best early Black Friday baby deals
By Heidi Scrimgeour Last updated
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Baby weight chart: what’s the average baby weight and how to monitor weight gain
Understanding baby weight charts, how your baby grows in the first year and how to monitor growth can help you know what to expect
By Tannice Hemming Last updated
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