The Guardian:
Nurseries are imposing fines of up to £300 an hour on people who don't pick up their children on time, says Sam Dunn, but many parents think that's a good ideaStruggling parents are being hit with fines of up to £300 an hour (Read More)
The Guardian:
Mothers and fathers take it in turns to go to work as a way of avoiding the expense of childcareThe recession is changing family life, according to a major report. More people are taking second jobs, and others are turning to (Read More)
Women | Life and Style from TimesOnline:
In olden times, politicians used to stand on milk crates or kiss babies in their quest for the floating voter. Now, however, if they want Worcester woman to mark that box with an X they have to be far braver and venture onto (Read More)
guardian.co.uk Society:
With five biological daughters, Anita Tedaldi was keen to adopt a little boy. But little did she ever imagine that it might not work outThe first time I considered giving up my baby, Dan, I was lying alone in bed. It was midn (Read More)
guardian.co.uk Society:
As a mother of three boys, Hannah Evans is used to all the bruises and gashes ... it's just a case of when to go to A&EIt was the marble that got me thinking. A magnetic marble. It should have been whizzing round the track of (Read More)
guardian.co.uk Politics:
New injunctions against gangs and action on wheelclampers included in Alan Johnson's crime billNew antisocial behaviour injunctions – dubbed gangbos – aimed at tackling teenage gang members as young as 14 are to be introduced (Read More)
BabyCenter: FAMEbaby:
Here’s a first: LA’s the pick for a “normal” childhood for their kids. Really? We’ve seen Julia Roberts opt for New Mexico, then-married Bruce and Demi move to Idaho, and Nicole Kidman settle in Tennessee – all in the name of (Read More)
BabyCenter: MOMformation:
My oldest, the 4-year-old teen, is getting more and more sure of herself every day. I find watching this budding confidence to be one of the great joys of parenting, although this pleasure doesn’t come without some risks. As (Read More)
BabyCenter: MOMformation:
Renowned parenting pro Ann Pleshette Murphy has volunteered to field your childrearing questions. This week, Annie helps a mom through one of the more painful and confusing experiences for a parent: A friendless child. Kari S (Read More)
BabyCenter: MOMformation:
Staring at the computer screen, I could barely make out the letters. But I will never forget what I heard. “These are likely the slave owners of your second great grandfather.” The very nice researcher from Ancestry.com had w (Read More)
guardian.co.uk Society:
• News: Swine flu jab to be offered to healthy under-fives• Features: The UN gave children rights - it's time we consulted them• Comment: Kick up a stink for better sanitationWelcome to the daily news round-up from SocietyGua (Read More)
MomLogic:
How is it that my kid is wonderful with everyone BUT me? His teachers love him ... other moms are always saying how well behaved he is ... but all I seem to get is the bratty, whiny, worst of him!
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guardian.co.uk Society:
Health visitors under Conservatives would be encouraged to tell mothers and fathers about websites offering advice on parentingDavid Cameron said yesterday that a Conservative government would promote Mumsnet and other "good (Read More)
Parenting.com: Mom Tips and Expert Advice:
Was your child less than thrilled to be sitting on Santa's knee? If your Santa picture looked more like a scene out of a horror film than the Kodak moment you had hoped for, we want to see it. Your kid could be featured on Pa (Read More)
observer.guardian.co.uk:
The Conservative leader can chat about biscuits with the women on Mumsnet, but he may not be their cup of tea on policyWhat a difference a political generation makes. In 1997, Tony Blair and New Labour capitalised on and came (Read More)
BabyCenter: FAMEbaby:
Actress Amanda Peet has an interesting metaphor for motherhood: “You have to put on your own oxygen mask before you put on others,” she says. The 2012 star admits, however, it’s sometimes easier said than done. “It’s a good m (Read More)
guardian.co.uk Society:
Harriet Harman shouldn't be forced on to the defensive in her pursuit of a more family-friendly employment arenaHarriet Harman's plans to extend maternity leave have sparked the predictable hysteria. There's a website called (Read More)