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THOUGHT-PROVOKING
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EMOTIONAL, HEALTH, MOTHERHOOD, MUST READ, THOUGHT-PROVOKING, WORK & MONEYCHILD POVERTY DURING COVID-19
Little Village is a London based charity that works like a food bank, but collection clothes, toys and equipment for babies and children up to the age of 5 and passing them on to families who need them. Founder Sophia Parker gives a glimpse into the impact the Corona vicurs is having on child poverty:…
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In the opening few lines, Fleur Emery sets apart the difference between a 'single' parent and a 'solo' one. That sets the tone for the list which is a very considered reflection on raising her daughter by herself. And thriving while she is at it.…
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Fertility treatment comes at a huge cost. Here Emily Saunders speaks honestly about how it feels when the decision whether to give your child a sibling is determined by finances. …
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BODY IMAGE, MOTHER OF ALL LISTS, THOUGHT-PROVOKING, USEFULTIPS ON HOW TO TALK TO YOUR KIDS ABOUT SEX
Research suggests that talking to their children about sex is one area that many parents feel under prepared for. Thankfully clincal sexologist Georgia Rose is here to help with a comprehensive, resource-filled list of tips on how to talk to your kids about sex.…
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Doctors are incredible aren't they? Sacrificing so much of themselves to help to to others. Add to that trying to juggle raising a family too and the undertaking is nothing short of remarkable. Here Dr Victoria Wakefield gives us the good, the bad and the ugly of life on-call.…
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Every child is special aren’t they? On an almost weekly basis I am struck my how uniquely incredible each of mine are. But what if your kid genuinely is in a 1%, born with an exceptional high IQ? Here, Katie talks through the highs and lows of parenting her gifted son.…
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Domestic abuse can take many shapes, one that is often overlooked is financial abuse. It occurs as frequently as, and often comes hand in hand with, emotion and physical abuse. Here Kim Chambers, a Financial Abuse Specialist working in NatWest’s customer protection team shares insight into how this type of abuse manifests, signs of what to look out for and where to seek help for either yourself or a loved one who may be a victim:…
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Motherhood is challenging. But for some Mothers the issue they face are unfathomable. This list from Emma France of Mothers2Mothers charity tells of the reality of Motherhood in Africa and for many it a matter of survival. …