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Useful tips for long-distance grandparents
If you live far away from your grandchild, it can be hard to keep in touch. These tips will help you make the most of this special relationship
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"Help us to bond as a stepfamily"
Being a step-parent or stepchild can be tough. Our expert Suzie Hayman eases the tensions for mum Lynsey, her partner Patrick and boys Toby, 8, and Oliver, 1
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Recipes
Delicious, easy, quick, nutritious — we’ve got it all going on with these brilliant family meals
5 things to make with...cheese
Cheese is much more versatile than you might think. Here are five simple and delicious cheese recipes for all the family
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5 ways with... apples
Healthy, tasty (and not to mention cheap!), apples can be used in lots of different dishes that are perfect for kids
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Money, rights and benefits
Your one-stop advice section for all things financial, from saving and budgeting to working out your entitlements
Let's talk about... teaching the value of money
TV’s finance expert Alvin Hall on how to help your children understand the value of money
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How to build a nest egg for your child
You can save for your child, whatever your budget. Our financial expert Martin Bamford explains how
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Health
Tearing your hair out over head lice? Worried your child’s overweight? Our expert tips will help to keep your children healthy and happy
Ian Wright: "My children have dedication"
The Arsenal football legend, TV presenter and dad of five tells us why he’s proud of his kids and why he’s encouraging families to get fit and active
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"Don't be ashamed to ask for help"
Finding herself alone with newborn twins, Ali* suffered from postnatal depression and struggled to cope, but two years on she's a happy mum
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Family Issues
Whether you’re struggling as a single parent or worrying about how much TV your child watches, we’ve got the latest advice
Child abuse: "What if you were right but did nothing?"
If your instinct tells you that something is wrong in another family and you’re worried about a child, you can help by speaking out
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20 ways to... keep your child safe on the internet
The internet can be fun and educational for kids, but it's important to make sure they're surfing safely
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Explaining issues to kids
Talking to your child about alcohol
You may think it’s early to discuss alcohol, but with underage drinking on the rise, find out how best to tackle the subject
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"Help me tell my son we're separating"
Expert advice on how to explain things to a child when parents separate
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Directory
Need help with a parenting issue? Here’s a complete list of organisations who can lend a hand
Downloadables
Print off these reward charts to keep your kids on their best behaviour, or use our step-by-step instructions to make lots of fun things together
Children thrive on encouragement so here's a place for you to show off your little stars when they’ve done something brilliant.
Lauren
Lauren has been a great big sister to her baby brother Kyle (8 weeks old)
david
Rose, Elsie
Rose and Elsie tidied their bedroom.
olivia
well done olivia on your excellent school report
