Family
BT helps parents keep kids even safer on the internet
BT announced that it will launch a new range of printed and online safety advice in March 2011 to help parents keep children safe on the internet. At the same time, a major campaign will prompt BT broadband customers to consider BT’s free Family Protection parental-control software, which will now be offered automatically as part of the install process.
Green Cross Code for the 21st Century
It’s a dilemma every parent faces; at what age should you trust your children to cross the road by themselves?
Pet loving nation - 42% would choose dog or cat over partner
The extent of the nation's love for our furry friends is undoubted. A survey by M&S Pet Insurance has found that if it came down to "it's me or the pet", 42% of people would always choose their cat or dog over their partner.
Parents need to teach children road safety
One in ten parents know a child who has been knocked over by traffic, new research shows. However many parents and children are still putting themselves at risk, with one in three parents and nearly one in ten children admitting they cross the road while talking on phones, texting or listening to an iPod/MP3 player.
Brits unable to focus on their life priorities
Despite recession officially ending late in 2009, research from Scottish Widows reveals seven out of 10 British adults (71%, 35 million people) are struggling to devote enough time to their life priorities.
Ruth Langsford discusses quality time with the kids
Mounting pressure on British mums to juggle work life and family responsibilities has left them more time-poor than ever. Four out of five (88%) admit to feeling like they are in a constant state of motion with no time to relax.
Rising cost of ‘Space Invaders’
More than 4.9 million homeowners have been left counting the cost of house guests who overstayed their welcome to the tune of £66 million in the last year.
Lose your ‘mummy tummy’ on a fitness break in Tuscany
If you're longing for your pre-baby figure and time is of the essence, look no further as The Mum and Baby Experience offers a fabulous fitness break in a child-friendly villa in Italy.
Brits believe standard of living has fallen since 2007
Since the start of the ‘credit crunch' in 2007 and the subsequent economic downturn in 2008, over 30 million people believe that the average British family's standard of living has declined, according to Scottish Provident's Financial Safety Net report. Just one in seven (15%) feel it has improved during the same time period.
‘Silver savers’ put away £1k a year for grandchildren
‘Silver savers' put away just over £1k a year for their grandchildren; according to new research by C&G Savings. As a result, many grandchildren could be handed nest eggs of up to £20k by their grandparents at some stage during their life.
Mum knows best
New research from M&S Money reveals that our mothers are the biggest influences on our financial habits.
Benefits of single v joint life insurance policies
It's widely reported that January is the most popular month for divorce, with couples putting the festive season behind them and making a clean start in the New Year.
UK mums champion creative play despite academic pressure
Parents are more than aware of the increasing pressure put on children to achieve academically, especially from an early age. However, a report by toy giant Playmobil, reveals modern mums are remaining resilient and will focus on nurturing their child through creative play in 2011.
Couples choose mortgage before, or over, marriage
Many couples are choosing mortgages before, or over, marriage vows to show their commitment to each other, according to new research from Post Office Mortgages.
Women take control of the 'Financial' purse strings
35 years since Charlie's Angels - the icons of ‘Independent Women' the world over - first aired, research by Halifax Savings shows that women in today's society are financially independent and want to take control of the ‘financial' purse strings in their household.