Parenting Resources

Early signs that you're pregnant

Here are some well-known pregnancy signs to look out for so that you know when to take a test and can prepare for your pregnancy journey.

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Finding a work-life balance as a working father

As a working father, there are a number of ways to adjust to life with a baby. You don’t have to completely give up your career for the sake of your child; likewise, it’s possible to spend meaningful time with your baby away from work. Whether you take paternity leave, switch to working from home, or communicate with your partner about how to help with the child, what’s important is you find what works for you and your family.

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How to be more empathetic with your child

Being an empathetic role model towards them will nurture that same empathy in them towards others. By learning how to manage your child’s negative emotions, you can help create a safe environment for them to grow.

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Is my child eating enough? Tips for feeding a fussy toddler

It can be disconcerting if your child isn’t eating as much as you offer them, or less than the other children around them. Every child’s eating habits are different, so no approach will be the same. The most important thing is that you pay attention to what your child is eating to ensure they’re getting a healthy, balanced diet.

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What is Five to Thrive and how can it help your family?

KCA, experts in neuroscience, have researched and broken down 5 positive behaviours we can incorporate into our children's lives to encourage healthy brain development - this practice is called Five to Thrive.

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Taking care of your mental health as a parent

Being a parent may often feel like one of the most stressful jobs in the world. Navigating parenthood can be both physically and emotionally exhausting, especially throughout a global pandemic.

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How to keep active: A guide for new parents

It’s recommended that the average person gets at least 30 minutes of moderate physical activity per day. If you’re a new parent, this might sound impossible when all your free time goes toward caring for your baby. However, it’s important to try and balance some physical activity within your daily life - exercise not only keeps us physically fit but is also a great way to destress.

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Controlling your child’s screen time: How much is too much technology?

Throughout your parenting journey, technology will evolve and progress. As the first generation to navigate raising children amongst rapid technological advances, parents in today’s digitally-driven world undoubtedly face a whole new set of challenges.

Paternity leave and pay: A guide for working fathers

You may be eligible for paternity leave if you’re a baby’s father, your partner is having a baby, you’re adopting a child, or you’re having a baby through a surrogacy arrangement. You’ll be entitled to the same rights regardless of whether you’re in a same-sex relationship or an opposite-sex relationship.

Is Covid-19 a turning point for working parents’ mental health support?

Evidence is only just starting to emerge regarding the impact of the coronavirus outbreak on wellbeing. Working from home for months on end, a lack of in-person interaction and concerns about job security have left many people’s mental health at a low point.

Everything you need to know about female fertility

Trying to conceive can take a long time, so it’s always beneficial to properly understand your options and the information available

Tips For Getting Your Toddler to Sleep

It’s normal for parents to struggle to get their children to sleep. However, if you’re finding that this is a recurring issue, it might be worth taking some time to consider what the root of the problem is.

How to create a birth plan

A birth plan is a way for you to specify to your healthcare team what you would like to happen during your labour.

What to do if you’ve just found out you’re pregnant

Finding out you’re pregnant can bring about a range of emotions, whether it was planned or not, it’s completely normal to feel anxious or scared about this news.

Breastfeeding tips for you and your newborn

Breastfeeding is a great way to bond with your baby and provide them with the nutrients they need. It’s also important for their development, so it’s crucial that mothers have all the information they can about breastfeeding.

Everything you need to know about using contraception after having a baby

If you're not looking to become pregnant again soon after having your baby, it's important for you to know what will happen when your body goes through the changes of post-pregnancy recovery.

Breastfeeding vs. Formula: What’s best for my baby?

While breastfeeding is the best way to feed a baby, there are some factors that may lead you to consider formula feeding.

How to get additional help and financial support as a single working parent

There are many different types of support available to working parents. Some may solely be available to single parents, while others include benefits for single working parents.

Maternity leave and pay: A guide for working mothers

Finding out you’re pregnant can bring about a range of emotions, from shock to excitement, there’s a lot of uncertainty about what the future holds. The same can be said when trying to understand the ins and outs of maternity leave.

Flu jab: Is it safe for me to get vaccinated while pregnant?

It’s completely understandable to have concerns over the safety of vaccines, especially while pregnant. After all, there are a range of sources offering conflicting opinions and advice about the effectiveness and safety of them.

How to adapt to changing sleeping patterns with a newborn

The arrival of a baby into the family brings a diverse range of emotions, some of which can be expected, such as joy and excitement. It may also bring about feelings of uncertainty and anxiety. Adjusting to a newborn can be challenging, but as you learn new routines and tune into your baby’s needs, you’ll soon pick up your own habits that are unique to your family.

Making use of Keeping in Touch Days during Maternity Leave

Employees can work up to 10 days during their maternity or adoption leave, these are called Keeping in Touch (KIT) days. KIT days are intended to help employees keep in contact with their workplace and allow them to do some work while still being on maternity leave.

How to get the right support from your employer while balancing motherhood

It’s estimated that around 35% of working mothers in the UK have lost work or hours due to a lack of childcare support during this past year. Let’s establish some of the ways in which you can get the most from your employer.

Shared parental leave and pay: A guide for parents

Shared Parental Leave (SPL) provides parents with more flexibility when it comes to childcare in the first year following birth or adoption. SPL allows fathers and partners to become more involved in their child’s life and the flexibility it offers can facilitate a better work life balance.