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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?

Please Note: This article discusses issues around teenage mental health and suicide, which some readers may find upsetting. What is 'teen-ternity' leave and why are some parents choosing to take a ...
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Kidults - do you have one in your life? This culture is on the rise, so we spoke to a psychotherapist and toy expert (and it all makes much more sense now)

Being a kidult can sometimes be seen as a negative thing, a Peter Pan complex almost, when isn’t it just about tapping into your inner child? Young at heart is no longer defined by age but by ...
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Why won't my teen leave their room or socialise with the family? I'm a child development expert and here's why it's totally ‘normal’

If you constantly find yourself wondering 'why is my teen always hiding away in their room?' know that you are not alone, and they are not broken. Here How to raise a teen author and Child Development ...
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What is The Couple Next Door based on? Inspiration behind the Channel 4 steamy drama

What is The Couple Next Door based on? We break down the inspiration behind the Channel 4 sizzling drama starring Eleanor Tomlinson and Sam Heughan. Channel 4 is bringing dark steaminess to our ...
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Is The Crowded Room based on a true story? Here's everything we know

New psychological thriller The Crowded Room is out now on Apple TV+ and viewers want to know if it's based on a true story. Created by filmmaker Akiva Goldsman, the Oscar-winning screenwriter behind A ...
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Camillagate: The true story behind Charles and Camilla's leaked phone recording

Season five of Netflix's hit royal-drama series The Crown has been embroiled in scandal since the show's first trailer hit screens. From Netflix having to release a statement defending the show to ...
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The 6 benefits of screentime (no, really) and why 'intentional' use might be the way forward, by a family therapist

While screens get a bad rep, the benefits of screen time do exist. And, as with most things in life, the adage 'everything in moderation' rings true in this case too. We speak to the experts and ...
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Stuffed breast of lamb recipe

Trusted, informative, and empathetic – GoodToKnow is the ultimate online destination for parents. At GoodtoKnow, our mission is 'simple': we're trying to make sense of parenthood. On the site, you'll ...
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Why do boys go for trucks and girls prefer dolls? Child development and play expert explains all (it might surprise you)

Choosing toys can be an overwhelming minefield for parents who want to 'get it right'. Whether they're choosing the most engaging toy, or the one with the most longevity or maybe the toy with the best ...
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15 best stacking and nesting toys for babies and toddlers - and why your little one loves them so much

Not only are the best stacking and nesting toys fun for your little one to play with, they are also a critical part of your child's development. These types of toys are some of the best toys for six ...
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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)

Grandparents are less available for childcare help than previous generations, and it's leaving millennial parents feeling abandoned. For many parents, childcare is an ongoing concern. Places with ...
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Child psychologist unveils 'the grandparent code', a list of 12 grandparenting rules to keep family relationships strong and healthy

A child psychologist has shared what he calls 'the grandparent code,' a list of 12 vital rules for grandparents to follow that can help ensure their relationship with both their children and ...