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Battenburg cake recipe

Battenburg cake is a classic recipe that tastes so much better homemade than shop-bought. You also won't believe just how easy it is to make yourself which will add to the wow factor when you serve it ...
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Prince William 'left embarrassed' by his mum Princess Diana after their iconic trip to Thorpe Park

Prince William was reportedly left feeling embarrassed by his mother, the late Princess Diana, after they attended Thorpe Park theme park. Prince William was reportedly left embarrassed by his mum ...
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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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The women who regret their divorce

Divorce enquiries in the UK are at an all time high. I reach out to investigate why some women who asked for a divorce ultimately ended up regretting it*. Staying married is a decision we make every ...
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How to raise confident kids - we ask a psychotherapist who shares her top 8 tips (#7 is an eye opener)

Confidence means different things to different people - and as adults, we are keen to see the little humans in our lives develop and build on their self-confidence. Know that this will come as they ...
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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 ...
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More than half of grandparents look after their grandchildren while their parents are at work - and new research shows who's most likely to help out

New research has revealed that more than half of all grandparents care for their grandchildren during the week while their own kids are at work - but one grandparent in particular is stepping up to ...
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Is your teenager always on social media? New study shows half of teens admit they’re addicted to it (but it’s also giving them these 7 life skills)

Half of teenagers have admitted that they're 'addicted' to using social media, a new study has shown. Millennials are surrounded by technology, whether it's using their mobile phones to text, call ...
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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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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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Heard of the '9-minute theory'? Find out how to use with kids of all ages (it might help ease the 'mum guilt' that creeps in)

A neuroscientist suggests the '9-minute theory' helps parents identify when a child needs them the most throughout the day. Find out what it is, and how some are reporting it eases the much dreaded ...