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Becoming a single parent reshuffles everything, and the money side is right up there with the school run and the washing pile. The good news is that this is one part of the reshuffle you can genuinely get on top of, and doing so early makes the months ahead feel a lot lighter. Most of the first weeks are small, practical wins. Getting your own bank account sorted. Working out the new weekly budget. Setting up child maintenance.

For parents, it is always a great feeling to treasure childhood moments forever. Think about carrying baby personalized products. Baby shirts, bibs, and onesies that have baby sayings and names imprinted on them will always help refresh a parent’s memory. HTVRONT products, a Heat Press, and HTV Vinyl can help a craftsperson create a custom apparel piece that is of high quality. Designing custom baby apparel does not require any special tricks or skills for quality design.

Nursery bug season brings a regular run of coughs, colds, temperatures and stomach upsets into many family homes. Young children share toys, touch the same surfaces and are still learning basic hygiene, so infections can pass around quickly and disrupt childcare, sleep and work. Parents can’t prevent every illness, but a little preparation makes repeated absences easier to manage.

There is a certain look of wonder on a toddler's face the first time they drag a wet brush across paper and colour appears. Painting is one of the richest early activities you can offer a young child, building fine motor skills, colour recognition, concentration and confidence all at once. It is also, let's be honest, one of the messier ones, which is why many parents put it off. The good news is that first painting sessions do not need to end with paint on the ceiling.

A missing tooth can be easy to postpone until family life fills the camera roll. For some parents, toddlerhood is when an old dental issue finally feels ready to be addressed. There is a moment parents quietly recognise. It might be the first birthday cake, nursery Christmas play, school-gate photo or rare family portrait where everyone is looking in the right direction. The children smile without thinking.

From exciting festivals and creative holiday clubs to family-friendly days out and unforgettable weekend events, Northamptonshire has plenty to offer. Whether you're planning a fun-filled day close to home or a memorable family adventure, these top picks are sure to keep children of all ages smiling throughout Summer 2026. Royal & Derngate, NN1 1DP 9AM - 5PM August - October 2026 Join Royal & Derngate for their Holiday Clubs this August and October.

The summer holidays are just around the corner, and when children aren’t motivated by school the next day, it can be a challenge to get them to settle. The excitement of summer creates ‘FOMO’ for little ones, meaning ‘fear of missing out’, so bed by 9pm doesn’t sound so appealing. Knowing how daunting the lack of routine can be, bed-furnishings expert Ashley Hainsworth of Bed Kingdom has created a guide to help parents of young children win their bedtime battles.

From magical princess parties and hands-on animal encounters to outdoor adventures, dance clubs and family fun days, Suffolk is packed with exciting events and activities throughout the holidays. Whether you're planning a full day out or just a few hours of fun, there's something for every family to enjoy this summer. Ixworth. See website for times.

Review by Lou @ Toddle About HO. As a parent, I don't often get the chance to sit down and properly relax, so when the house finally goes quiet in the evening, I like to make the most of those precious moments. While I still enjoy the occasional glass of wine, I've been trying to cut back on alcohol and find alternatives that still feel like a little treat and that's where Little Rick comes in.

We all want to be able to glide through our chores and make short work of our housework, but there seems to be certain jobs you just can’t find a shortcut for. Ironing the family clothes is one of them, especially when you want to make sure that the kids look the part for school or a day out. Trying to rush your ironing leaves lots of wrinkles and creases unattended to, making the whole exercise self-defeating. The good news is we’re going to solve all of this.