Toddler

Calling all pre-schoolers to the stage!

A Kent theatre now has places available on its creative workshops for youngsters

Why rain doesn't have to stop play

Disaster - it's raining! How do you keep the kids happy now? Try these suggestions and avoid pulling your hair out.

Here's the solution to our London landmark puzzle

Ask the expert: I'm worried about my son smoking and drinking

Happiness, plus knowing about the dangers of smoking and drinking, could be the key to young people avoiding cigarettes and alcohol

How should I potty train my child?

Top tips from a potty training expert about how to support your child when they're ready to get out of nappies

Up up and away...

Heading off on holiday with toddlers? Charlie shares her top tips for travel in this week's blog

Parental warning: Home is where the hurt is

As Child Safety Week approaches, we outline some of the hidden, and not-so-hidden, household dangers

Ask the expert: How will my kids cope with a new step dad?

I'm about to marry a man who's not my children's father. How will the kids and my new husband get on?

The perfect place to come and play

It's a popular place for picnics, playing, walks and games. And now one town centre park is about to get a major makeover.

Cultivating little green fingers

Sow & Grow, a family-friendly initiative, aims to get kids having fun growing their own fruit and veg

Mum, can I have kale and quinoa for lunch please?

Millions of modern children have already had their first taste of olives, hummus and cous cous before the age of five, a study has found.

Embracing your own parenting choices

In her latest blog post Charlie talks about parents on the internet who choose to comment on the choices of others.

World Book Day: Your pictures

There are some fantastic characters heading into school this week. Here are some of your photos:

Musical Bumps launches in Medway

A musician who has performed all over the world is hoping to inspire the next generation

Days left to make school applications

The deadline for applying for your child's primary school place is now just a few days away.

Three of the best: kids' cough and cold remedies

Childhood bugs can't be avoided this time of the year but here's some ides to help

Ask the expert: Should I take my son to the doctor every time he is sick?

Is it normal that my two-year-old constantly has a runny nose and quite often a sore throat?

Christmas books the kids will love

Discover some Christmas magic with these fab festive books

Blowing baby bubbles

Bonding, physical strength and mental and social development can all be improved with baby swimming classes says one Kent instructor.

The nursery school that's seeing double

It's highly unusual for a nursery to have identical twins - but teachers at a Kent pre-school are having to cope with three sets in one class.

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