New Westfield How We Shop research reveals almost half of teens say they’ve sourced some of their best money saving tips from social media channels and influencers. 45 per cent of 12–17-year-olds think social media platforms will be used to carry out all money transactions in the next 10 years. 42 per cent look to influencers for tips because information is “unfiltered”.
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The teenage years are interesting for parents and caregivers. This is one of the biggest moments so far in a child’s development. Although there is a certain amount of expected withdrawal, some things are warning signs that something more dangerous is happening with your teen’s mental health. This guide explores how to recognise mental health red flags in teenagers and what to do.
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Young children who are allowed video games and phones in their bedrooms at night are over 40% more likely to regularly not be asleep before midnight, than children whose bedrooms are gadget-free. This is just one of the startling findings of new research from experts, Bed Kingdom published recently, which aims to help parents win more bedtime battles by arming them with the facts.
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As a parent, you want what’s best for your child. You desire for them to be content, healthy, and adjusted.However, with the unstoppable onslaught of media and technology, it’s hard for kids to stay concentrated and focused. Therefore, practising mindfulness will help you and your child to develop mental faculties. But what exactly is mindfulness for kids? What are the…
“It only takes a minute to do that!” How many times have you heard this sort of statement? What are your thoughts?
How you react depends on your disposition towards time. Are you a person who meticulously measures time, or maybe you are a person who says, ‘It takes as long as it takes!’? Most adults fall somewhere in the middle.
However you look at it, time…
To get an understanding of entrepreneurship, a 7 year-old child does not need to learn how to make investments or conduct B2B marketing. In many countries, the term “business” is still associated with the decade the 1990s. However, the development of entrepreneurial skills is first and foremost about literacy and responsibility. In this blog London Mums explore opportunities for…
The death of The Queen has left a void and at this extremely sad time, London Mums have reached out to childhood bereavement charity, Winston’s Wish, that has shared ways you can talk to children about the death of Queen Elizabeth.
A much-loved and highly respected public figure, Queen Elizabeth dedicated her life to public service and helping others, earning the affection of generations here in…
When you and your partner have made the decision to divorce, thinking about what comes after may be daunting. After a divorce, a new life awaits you. This prospect can be worrisome and understandably so. But one thing to remember is to stay calm and organise how you will adjust to this big change.
Divorce solicitor, Carole Nettleton, has helped to create this guide on how to move on from…
In this blog, I am providing tips to move your child from anxious to calm.
The story
On the 20th of January 2012, my life changed.
My son was born, and within a few minutes, he was ripped away from us to have surgery.
I remember being called into the room and the surgeon looking down at the floor; it was clear it was bad news.
In a shaken voice, he told us there was no hope, and our son would not…
How to deal with tantrums and challenging behaviours is the main subject of my latest blog.
Being a parent is difficult.
We are human, and I am sure you, like me, had moments of your child refusing to listen and you need to get out the door.
Or, you say no to something and get a tantrum that seems to come out of nowhere and is uncontrollable.
You might feel embarrassed in public or feel your…