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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.
Saucy students voted most annoying flat mates
With the new term well under way it’s not just coursework keeping students up at night, with 1 in 10 students disturbing their housemates’ sleep with their bed bouncing antics.
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.
The family blame game when it comes to wasting energy
Families are playing a blame game when it comes to their energy bills, according to research from uSwitch.com. While almost a third of people (32%) say that Mum uses the most energy in their household, when it comes to wasting energy the finger is pointed firmly at the children, with over a quarter (28%) saying that they are the biggest culprits.
A green guide to Valentine's Day
This Valentine's Day spoil your loved one without spoiling the planet with the Rainforest Alliance's green guide to gifts and activities that help to protect the environment and the rights and well-being of workers around the globe.
Show-off your culinary skills this Valentine’s Day
Leading contemporary Indian Restaurant, Zari in Crawley, is to launch cookery classes for couples in advance of February 14th.
Older population take responsibility for health
Research released this week by healthcare provider Simplyhealth shows that the UK's older population is doing all it can to live a healthy lifestyle.
Age of happiness
Many British people are at their happiest when in their fifties and beyond, it was revealed today.
Family Investments partners with Bounty to offer Junior Bond
Family Investments, provider of long-term savings for children, has announced its partnership with Bounty, the UK's favourite parenting club, to offer a Junior Bond.
Tech-savvy singles happy to bare all online
Ever sent a rude, nude or naughty photo to someone you shouldn’t have? Don’t feel so bad. According to a survey of UK singles, commissioned on behalf of the world’s largest social dating community Zoosk, you are not alone!
Childfree living in a family-focused society
Licensed Clinical Psychologist Ellen L Walker examines the often-ignored question of what it means to be childfree, by choice or by circumstance, in a family-focused society.
Valentine’s romance in the Czech Republic
If you love history or like to indulge in luxury, spend St. Valentine's Day in one of the Czech and Moravian chateaux.
Inside Out Children's Nursery expands due to local demand
The Inside Out Children's Nursery on the outskirts of Leamington Spa, will soon be able to offer places to twenty more children. The nursery is situated in the idyllic village of Bubbenhall and provides day-care for children from four months to five years.
Romance your love with Pandora
It’s that time of year again. February 14th marks the celebration of Love and what better way to do so that by treating your special someone to a precious piece of fine jewellery.