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Ex-Paramedic Explains Why Parents Should Teach Kids About 'Safe Adults'

Many of us grew up being warned of “stranger danger” which was, on reflection, a bit vague – and also pretty terrifying.

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A Viral Trend Has Kids Microwaving Squishy Toys – Here’s Why It’s So Dangerous

Parents are being urged to talk to their children about the dangers of microwaving popular squishy toys.

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Therapists On The Common Condition That Can Trigger Tummy Ache In Kids

What Kids Are Carrying is a HuffPost UK series focusing on how the nation’s youngest generation is *really* feeling right now – and how parents...

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'Devoted' Granny's Views On Grandparent Relationships With Grandkids Is Fuelling Debate

A TikTok video on how involved grandparents should be in their children’s lives – and whose responsibility it is that they forge a relationship...

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Psychologist Shares What To Do Before Letting A Friendship End Over Parenting Decisions

This article features expert comment from psychologist Dr Sasha Hall.

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No More Guilt And Regret: The Dads Marching For The Time They Never Got With Their Newborns

Hundreds of pram-pushing fathers and their partners are set to take to the streets of London, Leeds, Manchester and Nottingham to bang the drum for...

02.05.2026 10

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Parents Share What They Have Sacrificed For Their Children. The Results Were Startling

What have you given up since becoming a parent? It’s a common question mums and dads are asked.

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What Happens When A Baby Is Born On A Plane? Flight Expert Reveals Key Role Cabin Crew Play

It’s extremely rare for a baby to be born on a plane – but that doesn’t mean it can’t happen. In fact, in the past week, a baby was born on...

01.05.2026 10

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'You The Birthday' Is The Latest Viral Slang Gen Z Are All Over

If your kid exclaimed “you the birthday!”, would you know what they’re talking about? If the answer’s a resounding ‘no’, you’re not...

01.05.2026 10

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It's Tick Season – If They End Up On You Or Your Kids, This Is How To Remove Them

Nothing pains me more than having to declare “it’s tick season” – but here we are, nonetheless.

01.05.2026 10

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Medical Expert Reveals What Happens Behind The Curtain During A C-Section Birth

We all know vaguely what happens when you have a caesarean section – you’re given anaesthetic, a cut is made in your abdomen and then, minutes...

30.04.2026 10

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What Does 'Bop' Mean? The Gen-Z Term Being Used In Schools

“I got called a ‘bop’ today,” reads a student’s post on Reddit. “I know I’m probably just being dramatic about this, but I can’t help...

30.04.2026 10

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Mental Health Expert Reveals ADHD Sign Commonly Missed With Girls

ADHD (or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) is thought to impact around 700,000 kids in the UK.

30.04.2026 10

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Do Babies Cry In The Womb? TikTok Video Explains What Really Happens

Today in n’aww-worthy news, we learned that babies do a little dress rehearsal of how to cry in the womb.

30.04.2026 10

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Ex-Paramedic Advises Parents To Teach Kids 'Safe Adults Don't Ask For Help'

Many of us grew up being warned of “stranger danger” which was, on reflection, a bit vague – and also pretty terrifying.

30.04.2026 10

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These 'Sacrifice Scorecards' Tell Us A Lot About How Parents Are Being Failed

What have you given up since becoming a parent?

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Are You Self-Silencing? A Psychologist Shares The Signs And Why It's A Recipe For Burnout

This article features expert insight from psychologist Anjula Mutanda.

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Fact Ring Binders And Reciting The Family Calendar: 11 'Routines' Parents Regret

Parents are getting real about the parenting techniques they deployed which they now completely and utterly regret.

29.04.2026 10

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Parents Share Their Best ‘Just Wait Until’ Stories For Those With Young Kids

While there are plenty of magical moments associated with raising young children – from the first time they say mama or dada, to taking their first...

28.04.2026 10

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This Trolley Is A Festival And Beach Day Essential If You're Taking Kids

We hope you love the products we recommend! All of them were independently selected by our editors. Just so you know, HuffPost UK may collect a share...

27.04.2026 10

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'I Feel This Panic In My Chest': Even Young Children Are Calling Childline With Exam Stress

It probably won’t come as a surprise that May is the peak season for children to call Childline about exam stress.

27.04.2026 10

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5 Parenting Trends People Want To See The Back Of In 2026

Parents who run social media accounts for their kids might want to look away now, as the internet has given its verdict on some of the modern-day...

26.04.2026 10

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The Shift In Boys’ Views On Money And Girls That Therapists Are Watching Closely

If you tuned in to Louis Theroux’s Inside The Manosphere, you might’ve been jaw-to-the-floor shocked to hear the influencers’ reductive views of...

26.04.2026 10

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Teens Are Falling Out Of Love With Reading. Teachers Share What They Think's Behind It

We all know kids and teens are reading less – and an increasing number are enjoying it less, too.

25.04.2026 10

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What Does Larp Mean? The Gen Z Gaming-Inspired Term Explained

If there’s not a day that goes by where you aren’t scratching your head over something your teen’s said, you’ve come to the right place.

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Parents Told To Immediately Delete Online Photos Of Their Children For Key Reason

A parenting author and columnist has urged other parents to delete all the photos they’ve shared of their kids online – warning that these...

23.04.2026 10

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People Are Swiftly Realising These Grandparent Parenting Tips Are 'Low-Key Genius'

Every generation likes to think their way of parenting is best – and while lots of people nowadays seem to be actively trying to parent in different...

23.04.2026 10

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Swimming Instructor Reveals The One Children's Swimsuit You Should Never Buy

With the weather getting warmer (finally!) and parents booking up summer holidays, a swim instructor has shared an important warning about why the...

22.04.2026 10

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Paloma Faith's Breastfeeding Admission Has A Lot Of Mums Nodding In Agreement

Breastfeeding is a tricky topic for many – some aren’t able to do it, some manage to do so but find it excruciatingly hard and have to call it...

22.04.2026 10

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Delete Photos Of Your Kids Online Before They Become 'Landmines', Warns Author

A parenting author and columnist has urged other parents to delete all the photos they’ve shared of their kids online – warning that these...

22.04.2026 10

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Autism Assessor Reveals 3 Of The 'Most Common' Signs Of Autism In Boys

An autism assessor has opened up about some of the most common signs of autism she sees in boys.

22.04.2026 10

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9 Questions To Determine Whether Your Kid's Screen Time Is Too High

Everywhere I look right now, people are talking about screen time.

21.04.2026 10

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'Body Doubling' Could Be The Secret To Helping Kids With ADHD Focus Better

Body doubling – where a person with ADHD works nearby or alongside another person to keep them focused on the task at hand – isn’t a new...

21.04.2026 10

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What Kids With ADHD And Autism Bring Up Most In Therapy

What Kids Are Carrying is a HuffPost UK series focusing on how the nation’s youngest generation is *really* feeling right now – and how parents...

21.04.2026 10

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Parents Are Losing Sleep Over Exam Stress. This Revision Tool's Easing The Load

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20.04.2026 10

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Kids Are Learning Coded Language Like 'MAP' Online – We Need To Talk About It

An academic has opened up about the alarming moment she realised her 10-year-old daughter had been contacted by a stranger online who asked her “do...

19.04.2026 10

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I'm A Psychologist. Here's Why The 7-7-7 Parenting Rule Can Improve Kids' Behaviour

If you’re anything like me, you’re always on the lookout for new parenting tricks and tips to help make your life calmer – and your kids happier.

19.04.2026 20

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Former RAF Pilot Shares The Signs Her Sons Were Being Influenced By The Manosphere

After Louis Theroux’s latest documentary sparked a whole lot of conversation (and concern) over the growing popularity of ideologies shared by...

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What Does 'Call Your Uber' Mean? The Gen Z Term Explained

We’ve covered off mid, chat, chopped, choppelganger, tuff, six-seven (*takes a breath*) and dozens of other weird phrases kids come out with thanks...

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YouTuber Dad Gets Roasted By Nine-Year-Old Daughter During School Run

One dad’s hilarious video of him being roasted by his children during the school run is a must-watch if you need a good laugh today.

17.04.2026 20

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People Are Utterly Losing It Over This Dad Getting Roasted On The School Run

One dad’s hilarious video of him being roasted by his children during the school run is a must-watch if you need a good laugh today.

17.04.2026 10

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If Your Teen Says 'Call Your Uber' This Is What It *Actually* Means

We’ve covered off mid, chat, chopped, choppelganger, tuff, six-seven (*takes a breath*) and dozens of other weird phrases kids come out with thanks...

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When's It OK For Kids To Play Out Alone? An Expert Shares 4 Questions To Answer

Gaining independence is a crucial part of growing up – but at what point are kids ready to go it alone and play outside without you watching their...

16.04.2026 10

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What 'Gurt' Really Means And It Isn't What You Think

Most days, you feel like you need a translator to understand half of what kids are saying.

15.04.2026 10

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Yes, Kids Are More Likely To Get Sick In The Next Fortnight

As I write this I can feel another illness taking hold: the headache, the stuffy nose, the scratchy throat. It can only mean one thing: the kids are...

15.04.2026 10

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Therapist-Approved Ways To Respond When Kids Say: 'I Hate You'

Hearing your child shout “I hate you” can be excruciating. I know, I’ve been there. Usually they’re in complete emotional turmoil – logic...

15.04.2026 10

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The 'Launch Pad' Habit Could Actually Help Get Kids Out Of The Door On Time

Getting kids out of the door on time for school (or childcare) feels like a day’s work in itself – but experts say a simple ‘launch pad’...

14.04.2026 9

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'Fake Screen Time' Is Trending – And Parents Need To Know About It

As conversations around children’s screen time and social media use continue to swirl, it’s perhaps no wonder experts are noticing a trend for...

14.04.2026 10

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Teacher Warns Of 'Trickle Down’ Effect Of Misogyny On Young Kids

Anyone who watched Louis Theroux’s Inside The Manosphere will be aware that misogynistic content is rife online. Yet these views haven’t just...

13.04.2026 10

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You'll Definitely Want To Ask Your Kid This Question When They Next Say 'I'm Bored'

If there’s one statement parents have probably heard a lot these past two weeks, it’s “I’m bored” – usually with the added request of...

12.04.2026 10

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