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The mum sleep crisis: new study reveals 72% of parents say sleep loss harms their mental health
20+ hour, 43+ min ago (17+ words) The mum sleep crisis: new study reveals 72% of parents say sleep loss harms their mental health'MadeForMums...
Almost half of parents spend under an hour playing with their children, despite wanting more
1+ week, 2+ day ago (720+ words) New research reveals time-poor parents want more play ideas and reassurance that it does not have to be perfect. Almost half of UK parents say they spend less than an hour playing with their child across the working week, according…...
First UK baby born after womb transplant from deceased donor
2+ week, 1+ day ago (10+ words) First UK baby born after womb transplant from deceased donor'MadeForMums...
Kids eat free and £1 meal deals to kick off February half term
3+ week, 2+ day ago (204+ words) Half term starts today, here's where kids can eat free or for "1 across the UK. February half term has officially arrived, and for many families today marks the start of a week juggling work, childcare and plans to keep little…...
Where kids can eat free or for £1 this February half term
1+ mon, 1+ day ago (196+ words) Discover the best kids eat free and "1 meal deals for February half term 2026. Save money while dining out with the family! February half term is here, and if you're planning family days out, the cost of meals can quickly add…...
Government to cover travel costs for children with cancer in £10m support boost
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (824+ words) Families will no longer have to pay to get children to cancer treatment thanks to a new "10m a year fund. For parents of a child with cancer, life quickly becomes a cycle of hospital appointments, treatments and long days spent…...
One in five parents say their child has seen fake news online, new research warns
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (596+ words) New research reveals the scale of misleading and harmful content children are exposed to online New research has revealed just how much misleading and harmful content is reaching children online, with many parents admitting their child has already been exposed…...
Simple finger-prick test could spot type 1 diabetes in children years earlier
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (859+ words) A landmark UK study suggests a quick blood test could help families prepare for type 1 diabetes before symptoms start. Type 1 diabetes in children is often diagnosed in a rush, when a child becomes suddenly very unwell and needs urgent hospital…...
The best gentle parenting books UK mums actually rate
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (674+ words) From toddlers to teens, these gentle parenting books offer practical, UK-friendly advice without the guilt Choosing the right gentle parenting book can feel overwhelming, especially when you are already running on empty. From toddler tantrums to sibling squabbles and bedtime…...
Mattel launches its first autistic Barbie to boost representation in play
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (667+ words) The new Barbie was created with autistic advocates to help more children feel seen through play Barbie has taken another step towards reflecting the real world of the children who play with her. Mattel has officially launched its first autistic…...