UK families can access significant financial support through Child Benefit, Household Support Fund, HAF programme, and HRP claims, with up to £12,550 available for childcare during half term.
Discover creative and educational Amazon games perfect for keeping children busy during the half-term break, from dinosaur sand art to Lego building sets.
Chatten Free School in Witham, Essex, is calling for compassionate people to become tutors for children with autism and complex needs, offering a unique career path focused on life-changing relationships.
Brentwood and Ongar MP Alex Burghart reveals hundreds of emails from parents have prompted Conservative campaign for legislation restricting social media access for children under 16.
Birmingham TV presenter Emma Willis urges parents to support a campaign to ban social media for under-16s, highlighting a 60-second action to contact MPs.
Discover the best immersive role play towns for children in Birmingham and the West Midlands. Perfect for rainy days, these centres spark imagination and offer affordable family fun.
Plan your family year with the complete Birmingham school holiday calendar for 2026. Key dates for half terms, Easter, and the summer break revealed to help you book travel and childcare early.
A mother asks if she was unreasonable for sending two 11-year-olds home from a sleepover after a water-spitting game and perceived disrespect. Read the parenting debate.
Discover what UK parents really think about Ickle Bubba's practical baby gear and how it stacks up against luxury rival iCandy. Get the inside scoop on value, style, and durability.
Leading UK family charities reveal simple New Year resolutions for parents to boost children's wellbeing in 2026. From phone safety to emotional support, discover small changes with a big impact.
HMRC and the Labour government announce a 3.8% increase in Child Benefit and Guardian's Allowance from April 2026. Find out the new weekly rates and how to access Tax-Free Childcare support.
Hundreds of thousands of UK families are missing out on up to £2,000 per child annually due to underused and misunderstood tax-free childcare rules. Experts demand simplification.
Ickle Bubba and Maxi-Cosi launch four travel system bundles combining prams and car seats. The solution aims to end compatibility stress for new parents and is on sale until February.
HMRC urges UK parents to check eligibility for backdated Child Benefit payments worth up to £2,500. Act before the mid-January deadline to secure this vital financial support.
UK parents are turning to controlled SIMs like ParentShield for children's first phones, balancing independence with safety amid new online laws and peer pressure. Discover the smart alternative.
HMRC urges UK households to check eligibility for Tax-Free Childcare, offering up to £2,000 annually per child. See if you qualify for the government top-up.
UK parents could receive £173 or more monthly from HMRC Child Benefit. Check your eligibility for children under 16 or in approved education. Claim what you're owed today.
New research reveals a growing number of UK parents are using AI tools like ChatGPT for parenting advice on bullying, grief, and homework. Discover the top 13 uses.
HMRC urges UK parents earning under £100,000 to sign up for Tax-Free Childcare, saving up to £2,000 per child annually on childcare costs. Check your eligibility now!
Parenting coach and ex-teacher Abi Clarke refuses to make her children do homework, labelling it 'detrimental'. Discover why she's calling for its abolition.
The One Stockport Family Hubs app has surpassed 1,000 downloads, offering parents and carers expert advice and local support. Discover how this tool is building stronger communities.
New research reveals 70% of UK parents don't cook with children due to lack of time and fear of mess. Discover how to build kitchen confidence and support BBC Children in Need.
MPs argue banning school fines for term-time holidays is fair for families. Discover the debate on attendance policies and travel company pricing.
Discover the subtle warning signs that your child might be bullying others and learn practical strategies to help them develop empathy and positive relationships.
Discover the essential financial support available for single parents in the UK, from Universal Credit to childcare grants and council tax reduction.
Discover practical parenting techniques to handle teenage emotional turbulence while maintaining family harmony and supporting your child's development.