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Pregnancy

Your A-Z of what you can and can't eat while pregnant

Wondering if it's safe to drink alcohol in pregnancy? How about eating soft cheese or seafood? Here's the official advice on what to eat, and foods to avoid in pregnancy

Pregnancy

What is cryptic pregnancy and why is it trending?

There are more than 3,000 videos under the #crypticpregnancy tag on TikTok: so what is it a cryptic pregnancy and who experiences them?

Pregnancy

Stop vaping if you want to get pregnant, says new study

A new study says that if you're trying to conceive you should follow the guidance: 'No drinking, no vaping, no smoking, no drugs'

Pregnancy

Understanding your maternity notes

Making sense of your maternity notes can feel like trying to decipher a mystical language. So what does all the jargon actually mean? We asked midwife Leah Hazard to help interpret them and explain what they're really saying about you and your baby

Pregnancy

What hay fever medication can I take in pregnancy?

Peak hay fever season is almost here and, if you’re pregnant, you may be wondering if you can take your usual antihistamines

Baby

‘I had visions of stepping in front of a bus’

Mum of two Maddy reveals her experience of ‘terrifying’ postpartum psychosis and what she wants other parents to know

Baby

Could Peter Andre be fined if he takes too long choosing a baby name? All the rules

Peter Andre and wife Emily still haven't picked out their baby daughter’s name – what’s the official deadline and how much is the fine if you miss it?

Baby

'Emmerdale's Roxy Shahidi felt mum guilt after having a premature baby. I know how she feels'

Netmums' Charlie Bond can relate to the ITV star's admission of 'mum guilt'

Baby

Baby weaning and food allergies

Food allergies in children are on the rise. Here, a paediatric dietician shares her expert tips for safely introducing new foods while you wean your baby, and the allergy warning signs to look out for

Baby

Popular kids' car seat urgently recalled over safety concerns

A recall has been issued by the government over a 'potential harness failure issue that could compromise the safety of the child'

Preschool

‘My son’s speech improved when we ditched the dummy’

Mum of two Louisa Sherlock agrees with comments made by Vogue Williams this week about how a dummy delayed her son's speech

Preschool

Vogue Willliams sparks dummy debate as her two-year-old’s speech has 'come on so much' since ditching pacifier

TV presenter and podcaster Vogue Williams seeks help from Instagram followers on issues with toddler son's pacifier habit and surprise boost it's had on his speech

Preschool

Childcare in England is 'failing', say campaigners – pushing women out of work

Campaigners say the UK's childcare system is falling behind the rest of the world – despite being among the most expensive

Preschool

Ask Dani: ‘Hate being called a “stay at home mum"'

Love your kids but don’t like playing with them? Got a partner who refuses to wear deodorant!? Fed up of being labelled by other mums? Our resident agony aunt Dani Dyer is here to help

Preschool

Safety expert lists the 3 toys he'd never buy his kids – due to hidden dangers

An injury lawyer has issued a warning over which toys parents should never buy

Primary

Are SATs compulsory and can I opt my child out? Everything you need to know about the tests including key dates

SATs take place this year between Monday 13 May and Thursday 16 May. But what if you want to opt your child out? What are your options?

Primary

Child safety expert says every parent needs a family 'code word' – here's why

A criminologist and mum has said that a family codeword is essential for all children, to keep them safe and comfortable

Primary

School fines: Will I be fined for taking my child out of school during term-time and can I avoid the fine?

Here's everything you need to know about school fines for taking your child out of school in term time – when you'll be fined, how much the fines are, how much they are increasing to in 2024 and whether you can appeal.

Primary

What is an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)?

Children with special educational needs often need extra help at school or nursery. In order to get this added support, they may need an EHCP

Primary

What age should I give my child a smartphone and how can I keep them safe online?

Knowing when is the right time to give your child a smartphone is as hard as choosing a school, say some parents. Here are some facts and tips to help you decide what age to give your child a smartphone.

Secondary

What is sextortion? What are the warning signs and what should parents do if they're worried?

Experts offer parents advice on how to deal with sextortion and protect your children

Secondary

The TikTok GCSE revision hacks that really work (and the ones that don’t!), according to an expert

From the #CandleStudy to #Blurting, there are plenty of studying hacks doing the rounds on social media

Secondary

Experts issue warning over 'highly dangerous' looksmaxxing TikTok trend

Parents are being urged to check if their sons are watching 'looksmaxxing' or 'starvemaxxing' content on social media, as experts warn it can lead to eating disorders

Secondary

Inside the 'harmful' tween skincare trend: is your child damaging their skin?

'10 year olds at Sephora' is going viral on TikTok, as increasing numbers of young kids shop at the cult beauty store. But why are more children obsessed with skincare routines ... and what damage are they really doing to their skin? Netmums investigates.

Secondary

Parents of teens warned sexting could lead criminal record

'It's a crime to take, make, share or distribute an indecent image of a child that is under 18, whether that's in a consensual relationship or not'

Cost of living

How to cut the costs of your family travel this Bank Holiday (and beyond!)

Including an app that's already saved Britain's Coupon Kid Jordon Cox over £288 on train fares

Cost of living

Families urged to make these 3 payslip checks today

As National Insurance rates are cut and the minimum wage rises, workers are being asked to make sure they're getting the right amount of pay – by doing these three things

Cost of living

Martin Lewis issues 'really important' message for parents earning under £80,000

The Money Saving Expert CEO told parents not to miss out on an extra cash boost that could amount to thousands of pounds across the year

Cost of living

Low-income families to get £75 supermarket vouchers per school-aged child

The payments will be given to low-income families in the form of supermarket vouchers

Cost of living

UK families could get cost of living payment worth £75 in July

The money comes via the Household Support Fund – a pot of money given to local councils to help low-income and vulnerable residents in their area

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Tesco's 'floaty' and 'comfortable' summer co-ord wows shoppers

Stacey Solomon hair oil sells out in hours and has a 17k waiting list

What is a shared diary and why should I give one to my child?

Asda's selling 'super cute' Squishmallow toys for under £4

£12 eye gel that 'works wonders' for mums who are 'up all hours'