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Should pets be allowed on flights? A great debate for kids - with The Week Junior
An airline is saying pet dogs and cats can fly with their owners
By The Week Junior Published
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Why I won’t be giving the new Stanley cup to my tween daughter: an honest review of its durability and design
Tweens love Stanley cups but our Shopping Editor reviews the new Pink Parade colourway and admits she won't be letting her daughter near it
By Heidi Scrimgeour Published
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Feel the fear and do it anyway – confidence tips for children by The Week Junior
Learning to deal with first-time nerves will boost your confidence
By The Week Junior Published
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Why I wish I wasn't my parents' favourite child - being the golden girl comes with a lot of pressure
Clare O’Reilly knows all too well that being the golden child comes with a lot of pressure
By Clare O’Reilly Published
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Back to School with Tu Clothing
Get set for the new term with School Uniform from Tu
By Heidi Scrimgeour Published
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Why do people bully? Four reasons why bullies are made, according to the experts
Wondering what goes on in the minds of bullies? We take a look at their psychological profiles and ask the experts for their opinions.
By Joanne Lewsley Published
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Are caffeine drinks ‘status symbols’ for our teens? We investigate the Monster generation
With sales of energy drinks seeing record highs, is it time we put a lid on teenagers indulging in this unhealthy habit?
By Carly Lewis-Oduntan Published
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'I'm a mum and here’s why children shouldn’t be banned from pubs - they can be a lifeline for somebody feeling lonely or depressed'
Should kids be banned from pubs? Although there are many reasons for and against children frequenting pubs, I ultimately don't think they should be barred altogether.
By Lucy Wigley Last updated
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Yoto launches Harry Potter cards in response to huge demand - and they're available now
Kids can finally listen to their favourite Harry Potter stories, read by Stephen Fry, on their Yoto audio players
By Sarah Handley Published
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4 friendship anxieties your teenager may have and what to do to help, by a psychotherapist
Anxiety about friends? It's normal. But it doesn't have to rule your teen's life. Help them build friendships that last.
By Dr Martha Deiros Collado Published
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16 best sun creams for you and your family, tried and tested
We've tested the best sun creams out there, so you can protect yourself and your family from the rays this summer.
By Stephanie Maylor Published
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15 kid's birthday cupcakes you can easily make yourself (#8 certainly has the 'wow' factor)
These birthday cupcakes for kids are tasty, easy to make, and perfect for sharing come party time...
By Jessica Ransom Published
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Parents with ADHD raising children with ADHD: An expert shares her tips
When ADHD is a shared experience, parenting takes on a new dimension. Discover how to navigate it successfully.
By Dr Patricia Britto Published
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Upgrade your kitchen skills and improve your nutrition
By Joanne Lewsley Published
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My tween is desperate to join a gym - here are the 5 reasons why I don't want him to
My tween is on a countdown to being allowed to join our local gym, and it might seem strange to discourage him - but I do have my reasons.
By Lucy Wigley Published
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"It's complicated, but banning smartphones for kids isn't the answer", claims one mum
EE is recommending no smartphones for kids under 11. But our writer asks, is it really that simple?
By Jayne Cherrington-Cook Published
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I never thought I'd say this, but I don't want the school holidays to end
I'm usually ready to sleep for a month when the school holidays come to an end, but this year I wish they were a bit longer - and here's why I want to keep my children close.
By Lucy Wigley Published
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As the Paralympics start we ask four experts how to talk to kids about disabilities
Five top expert-led tips to try when talking to your children about disability
By Joanne Lewsley Published
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Confused by your child's Pokemon obsession? Here's how these cute creatures took over the world...
This month, the Pokémon World Championships are taking place
By The Week Junior Published
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Get ready for the Paralympic games – an explainer for kids by The Week Junior
Athletes with disabilities will compete in Paris this summer
By The Week Junior Published
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"I feel helpless when my teen has friendship issues" - one mum shares best advice she ever got (and it worked)
Mum of three, Alison Perry, has hit a whole new mum era and it’s brought up some surprising challenges
By Alison perry Published
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Best places to buy school uniform: 8 shops that put quality, price and clever design details first
Discover our edit of the best places to buy school uniform from
By Becks Shepherd Published
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8 ways to help your teen with disappointing exam results, from an expert
I'm a teen expert, trust me when I say #3 is so important...
By Sarah Ockwell-Smith Published
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Why Kirstie Allsopp’s decision to let her 15-year-old travel around Europe is the parenting flex we could all learn from
Why Kirstie Allsopp’s decision to let her 15-year-old travel solo is the parenting flex we could all learn from
By Heidi Scrimgeour Published
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Top 5 ADHD personality traits in kids revealed by educational expert - how many do you recognise?
There are so many different symptoms and traits of ADHD, in this article, I focus on the main five.
By Dr Patricia Britto Published
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Bad breath in pregnancy? Common causes, and 10 dentist-approved tips to deal with it
Do you or someone you know always have bad breath? It affects 2.5 million of us on a daily basis - get top tips on how to get rid of bad breath and prevent it coming back here
By Lauren Clark Published
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Parents of teens who have just taken their GCSEs urged to check child benefit status ahead of August deadline
With a child benefit deadline looming, some parents could see their payments reduced or stopped altogether - here's why
By Sarah Handley Published
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3 most common back-to-school issues kids face and how to deal with them, according to psychologists
After the long school summer holidays, it's only normal for children to struggle with the back-to-school transition
By Charlie Elizabeth Culverhouse Published
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5 reasons why September is 'way better' than New Year, by a parent psychotherapist
Let's get those parenting resolutions made, right?
By Anna Mathur MBACP Accred Published