Pregnant and smoking?

Women who smoke in pregnancy don't always properly understand the risks says midwife.

Taking the fear out of childbirth

Two Kent mums are devoting their lives to create better birthing experiences for expectant mums in the county.

Kent hospital named one of best for high-risk pregnancies

A mum has told how a Kent hospital delivered her triplets safely, as it is named the best outside London for high-risk pregnancies

Help your littlest ones sleep tight

You soon learn if your baby is a good sleeper or not. Our expert reveals her tips on how to make sure everyone in the family gets more than 40 winks.

Amelia and Oliver remain most popular baby names

Amelia and Oliver hold onto the top spots with new entries for Noah, Ella and Mia.

Dad delivers baby after being turned away from hospital

A busy Kent hospital and an extended journey to the next left a dad delivering his baby at home after his wife's rapid labour.

How to broaden little tastebuds

Stories about Spanish tomato throwing festivals are one of many ways to get young fussy eaters interested in trying different foods

Advice for picking the perfect pre-school

As four and five-year-olds begin their first year at school there is another band of youngsters taking their own big step into the world of learning

Brave Arthur on the road to recovery

A Kent toddler born with a rare immune disorder that left doctors puzzled is battling back to full health after a bone marrow transplant.

School extends half term to help cut holiday costs

A Kent academy has scrapped inset days and given pupils two weeks off at half term so families can enjoy cheaper holidays together

School class photos from across Kent to appear in your local paper

Our photographers have been visiting dozens of classrooms across Kent to capture those precious first days at school.

Could these be the top toys this Christmas?

Have your kids grotto have it? One toy retailer reveals what it thinks children will be wishing for this Christmas.

Drug worries? Why it's good to talk...

Addiction expert Dr Owen Bowden-Jones explains how to talk to teenagers about drugs, what they do to the brain and how parents can spot telltale signs

Uniform row breaks out at Kent school

Dozens of pupils have been held in detention this week as a school got tough of those breaking the uniform rules.

School row after teenager 'told to remove braids'

A mum is locked in a dispute with a school after her daughter claims she was told to remove her braids and return her hair to a "normal" style.