Parents

The drive has raised over £15 million to support children from some of the poorest parts of the UK

Over 300,000 disadvantaged UK children will open gifts on December 25

A poll of 1,000 adults with children aged between three and 10 found their offspring have as many as eight toys they have never enjoyed

7 in 10 parents say kids have 'piles' of unopened toys from Christmas

Mice pies, Christmas pudding, and Christmas cake are just some of the few things Gen Z are turning their back on this Christmas

Gen Z are turning their back on Christmas traditional favourites

A poll of 2,000 parents with children aged between 10 and 20 found 85 per cent worry they will give their offspring bad financial advice

Parents worry they will give their kids bad financial advice

Trussell ambassadors Levi Roots and Mark Hoyle (LadBaby) meet with Trussell Chief Executive Emma Revie outside Parliament

Celebrities are calling for more government action on hunger in the UK

Seven in 10 parents don’t fully understand what their teens do online

Parents haven't set rules with their teen children about online safety

36 per cent of those polled adopt a "you can't take it with you" approach, spending their cash while they can, rather than putting it aside for emergencies.

Almost a third of Brits find rainy day funds outdated

Mason Gee, 3, worried about his father Stephen Gee, 30, walking on a glass walkway

Toddler attempts to 'save' dad from glass floor at Blackpool Tower

Binky Felstead encourages families to embrace the mud this half term as she's spotted going down a 2.5m high mudslide, created by Bosch at Mudchute Farm.

How Made in Chelsea's Binky is 'embracing' the mud this half term

Ruth Lue-Quee, education consultant from Staffordshire, who says period poverty is more widespread than people think

Secondary school teachers call for better and earlier period education

'Lifestyle inflation' is to blame, according to 4,000 adults

Fewer than one in 10 millennials have hit their financial goals

The study of 1,750 couples with children found endless to-do lists including housework, entertaining children and DIY jobs had an impact on romance

The top 'passion killers' for couples with kids

The list of top books children should read before they’re four include The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson, The Tiger Who Came to Tea by Judith Kerr, and the Michael Rosen classic – We’re Going on a Bear Hunt

The best books children should read before they turn four

A poll of 2,000 motorists found a whopping 86 per cent have been in control of a vehicle while tired at some point

Millions of drivers admit getting behind the wheel when tired

A poll of 1,000 mums and dads with children aged 0 to 16, found 51 per cent have identical or similar lunches on weekdays

Parents and kids stuck in a lunchtime rut eating the same meals daily

1 in 3 Brits are scared and embarrassed of getting into a new sport
Watch the moment a child bike instructor takes adults mountain biking – for the first time.
Richard Jenkins

Seven in 10 women swear by a piece of beauty advice passed down from older family

7 in 10 women rely on beauty tips handed down by family

The average British child will ask their parents for snacks at least 11 times per day over summer.

Kids' sugar intake soars by 40% during summer holidays

Joie homeware items in Aldi specialbuys

Mum's favourite Joie price slashed in Aldi back to school deals

Potty training essentials

Potty training: The essentials you need before you start

Childcare costs have forced parents to reduce their working hours

Aldi has launched new Olympic themed Team GB Specialbuys

Aldi's new Olympics Kevin the Carrot eclipsed by other Team GB items

Top activities for the perfect day out, according to kids

Experts have revealed what your sunbathing position says about you

These are the biggest summer day trip bugbears

Aldi has a Specialbuys Matchstick Monkey offer among new baby and toddler bargains

First look as Aldi adds baby and toddler Specialbuys for mums

Ice cream delights in the hot weather so why not make your own

Hot weather on the way - ice cream makers from £27 in Prime deals
Ice cream machine deals for Amazon Prime Day include Ninja Creami maker and come in time for hot Summer weather forecast for UK within days
Alison Brinkworth

A baby sleeping bag is among the bargains on offer

Top deals new mums won't want to miss on Amazon Prime Day

Kevin the Carrot characters, pictured, aren’t the only sought-after toys at Aldi

Aldi's new iconic toy offer that's not Kevin the Carrot but more retro

Aldi is offering beach product deals as families prepare for Summer holidays like in Cornwall, pictured

Aldi beach Specialbuys just made Summer holiday shopping even cheaper

Parents hold the key to their daughter’s relationship with exercise

Aldi, pictured, is selling products for babies in its next specialbuys offer

Mums on alert for Aldi's new specialbuys on baby products from 79p

How to spend more 'quality time' with family

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Martin Lewis reveals where to get full school uniforms for just £5

Frozen Kids 2 in 1 Backpack & Suitcase from Dunelm

Mums in awe of Dunelm's themed kids suitcases all saying same thing

Parents are stricter following the dangers of the digital world

New parents say what they enjoy most about returning to work

The top 30 activities kids most want to try

Sam Thompson arrives at the TikTok London office for a screening of Inside Out 2 ahead of its release in cinemas on June 14

Sam Thompson opens up on his battles with anxiety and ADHD

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15 ways to save money and avoid booking fees with EasyJet airline

Dromara native Jeff Aiken. (Pic: Nathan Hylands)

WATCH: NI society members kick off 50th anniversary celebrations at Balmoral

Cough infections have risen across the UK in the first four weeks of 2024.

Symptoms and remedies for whooping cough as cases continue to rise

Friday 4th April Ballywalter Young Farmers held their annual parents night in Ballywalter Church Hall. A great night was had by all with guest speaker YFCU President Stuart Mills, as well as enjoying some entertainment of swimming and stock judging sketches, junior girls dancing, prize giving and refreshments to end a wonderful night celebrating the clubs successful year. Picture: Ballywalter YFC

In pictures: Parents night is held by Ballywalter YFC

Quiz for parents to identify nostalgic TV shows and presenters

The top 30 fastest growing pregnancy trends

Renters consider moving back home to save for their first property

Renters considering moving back home to save for their first property

Video reveals gender stereotyping is still rife in children

Below are all of the Liverpool primary schools which currently hold an 'outstanding' Ofsted rating. Image via Stock Adobe (Monkey Business) for illustrative purposes only.

Primary and secondary school applications to be confirmed soon

The food standards agency has issued a warning about slushies. Picture: chandlervid85 - stock.adobe.com.

Parents warned of the dangers of slush drinks

The treat of a lifetime - but it's grandparents only

Ronan Kanda

Watch: TV documentary highlights reality of Black Country knife crime

Children aged two will recieve 15 hours of free childcare.

Free childcare scheme April roll out

Norad Santa Tracker: Track Santa Claus around the world this Christmas Eve.

Track Santa Claus around the world this Christmas Eve

Many parents don't have a fire escape plan for their homes