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Nearly half of UK parents keep tabs on teens via Facebook

Parents are keeping tabs on their teens by accessing their Facebook accounts without their consent, AVG Technologies’ latest Digital Diaries study reveals.

Parents forgo own pension savings to pay for grown up children

The average parent is forgoing a pension pot of £38,500 in order to financially support each child who is 18 and over, according to research from Standard Life.

New British invention takes the strain out of lifting a baby

New British invention takes the strain out of lifting a baby

There are all sorts of weird, wild and often wonderful inventions that come along for the baby product market.

Charity aims to reduce child sunburn at schools in England

Charity aims to reduce child sunburn at schools in England

A leading health charity has launched a petition to stop children being sunburnt whilst at school.

‘Will' your loved ones get your inheritance?

Despite being a fundamental piece of family financial planning, six out of ten (61%) of British adults don't currently have a Will drawn up, according to research by Standard Life.

Tiny Tatty Teddy launches cutest ever baby gifts range this spring

Tiny Tatty Teddy launches cutest ever baby gifts range this spring

Celebrate the latest addition to your family this spring with the launch of Tiny Tatty Teddy’s new spring 2012 range of gifts for tiny tots. The loveable little grey bear with a blue nose will be baby’s friend for life with these adorable presents for every occasion.

'Mum and Dad cabs' clock up £32 billion of unpaid fares a year

Mums and dads in Britain provide over £32 billion worth of free taxi services to their children every year, according to new research from Sainsbury's car insurance.

Create bespoke photo books from your favourite images

In the days before the advance of digital technology, the number of things that could be done with the images you captured was severely limited.

Britain ‘heading for crisis' as cash-strapped families put off big decisions

British families are failing to plan ahead for life's big decisions, such as getting married, changing jobs or having more children, according to a new report by global insurer Zurich.

Easter egg donations needed for local children's charity

Easter egg donations needed for local children's charity

David Wilson Homes North West, is calling upon local residents to donate Easter eggs, in aid of local charity, The Children’s Adventure Farm Trust (CAFT).

PacaPod Mirano - Classic Riviera chic with a modern twist

PacaPod Mirano - Classic Riviera chic with a modern twist

The new PacaPod Mirano epitomises easy summer style with an elegant mix of white natural fabric, soft leather and bang on trend buckle details to create a show stopping silhouette.

Half of UK couples buy a pet, then fall pregnant within a year

Nearly half (47%) of couples buy a pet before having a child, with a high proportion of them conceiving their first child within a year of buying the pet according to research released by The Co-operative Pet Insurance.

BubbleBum rolls out nationwide

BubbleBum rolls out nationwide

BubbleBum, the world’s first inflatable car booster seat continues to gain stockists and will shortly be available in selected ASDA and Heatons stores.

Big challenge for Susie Little

Big challenge for Susie Little

A four day challenge. A 3,000 mile journey across Europe. A vehicle costing less than £500. A £10,000 fundraising target. Welcome to the Scumrun.

The Magic of Disney in Concert to headline Jubilee Family Festival

The Magic of Disney in Concert to headline Jubilee Family Festival

Disney has unveiled highlights of the headline live show that will form the finale on both days of the Jubilee Family Festival presented by Sainsbury's.