Parenting

A survey of 1,000 city-dwelling parents and their children aged six to 12 revealed that 21% of kids have never tried climbing a tree, while 35% have never slept in a tent.Other activities they've missed out on include camping (32%), eating…

A schoolboy was separated from his classmates and made to study in isolation after his mum cut his hair too short.Harry Currie had been given a grade two buzz cut from his mum Katie, who was planning ahead for summer. However when the…

A daycare worker is dealing with an awkward situation as she claims a dad keeps flirting with her when he comes to collect his daughter, making her feel uneasy.The woman formed a bond with the man's four-year-old daughter - who she…

Life's a whole new ball game when you pop out a sprog.Taking the plunge into the world of nappies and sleepless nights ain't for the faint-hearted, and it's a given that your old life's gotta take a back seat. For some new parents, it means…

The European Union has opened an investigation into Facebook and Instagram for the platforms’ potentially addictive effects on children, echoing two similar probes opened into TikTok earlier this year.Meta-owned platforms will be…

Working in the adult entertainment industry can sometimes put a target on your back from trolls – particularly if you are a mum.But one OnlyFans model's devoted husband isn't standing for it anymore. Nick Tillia, who is married to the…

Parents have been cautioned about sharing photos of their children on social media, but the advice has sparked debate.The warning was issued during a discussion on Mumsnet, a popular online platform where parents swap advice and discuss…

The book currently topping the New York Times nonfiction bestseller list is The Anxious Generation, a jeremiad against social media and its impact on young people. Its thesis is that apps like Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok have unleashed…

King Charles cracked a joke about needing a 'strong drink' to handle parenting woes during a surprise Royal visit.The monarch made a light-hearted appearance at an Army barracks, quipping that he had been "allowed out" of his cage and was…

A mum's attempt to treat her daughter with a Harry Potter book took a hilarious turn when she received the 'Scottish Edition' of the Philosopher's Stone featuring 'The Laddie Wha Lived'.The iconic book, which has sold over 120 million…