With the long light evenings and when temperatures rise, it can be really hard to get children to sleep in the summer months. Check out our guide for more peaceful nights.
As temperatures soar we discover 10 ways to keep your cool with kids in the heat.
School holidays are the perfect time to make new memories as a family—but keeping kids entertained day after day can be a challenge. Whether you’re at home in the UK or planning a local getaway, we’ve gathered 20 fun and family-friendly experiences to try this school break.
If you're thinking about booking a babysitter through a website or app for the first time, it's natural to feel a little unsure. Whether you need a sitter for a date night or regular help with childcare, this guide walks you through everything you need to know to feel confident and in control.
Planning an Easter Egg hunt? Make this Easter even more memorable for your toddlers with our top tips for a hassle-free Easter egg hunt. You’re in for a whole lot of fun, a bit of chaos, and plenty of chocolatey smiles.
Children at a wedding can be adorable yet unpredictable. Here's our guide to including young guests at a wedding and who to turn to in order to keep them happy.
Running out of inspiration for your child’s next birthday cake? Spark your imagination with these 15 fun and creative cake ideas that are sure to wow the kids and make their day extra special.
We've scoured the UK to reveal the Top 22 places to take the kids this Summer across the UK. Wherever you are, you should find somewhere not too far to visit for a memorable family day out.
Let your kids have fun and give grandparents, aunties and godparents a keepsake or two by creating one of our Top 15 Christmas Card Ideas for Children.
Play time is vital to a child's development. We have selected the 15 best activities for children to help them learn through play.
During the long summer holidays, months of effort & learning risk being diminished due to children simply forgetting the knowledge they have built up. Here we discover ways to prevent 'Summer Slide'
Got plans for a last minute Coronation party but need some inspo? Make your kids feel like royalty for the day with these fun Coronation-themed activities.
What are the benefits of pocket money? And how much to give? A decision all parents will face at one point, in-depth research on the benefits and negatives.
Parents find themselves facing a tricky conundrum when it comes to considering ‘how old can a child be left alone?’ Find out how to make a rational decision here.
Whether it’s monsters under the bed, or the bogeyman at the window, small children have a propensity to have one major fear in common: the dark.
Halloween parties are a highlight for kids in the dreary Autumn term, however there are risks associated. Find out how to keep your kids safe with this guide.
Make this year’s Halloween the best ever yet with our list of everything you need for a frightfully good Hallows’ Eve that all the family can enjoy.
If you've been inspired by The Great British Bake Off, why not have a go at making one of these amazing birthday cakes?! We've scoured the internet to reveal the Top 18 birthday cake recipes and ideas to make for children.
Dropping your kids off for their first day of primary school can be daunting, but don’t panic. We’ve created a list of top tips to help make the day easier.
Anxiety impacts everyone at some-point, even children. We have prepared an extensive guide for parents, anxiety in children, with information on what you need to know.
Many parents have never owned small pets before, or at least not since their own childhood, so what are the best small pets for kids?
For when you’re stuck indoors and looking for ways to entertain your children we have compiled a list of the best indoor games for kids.
Hosting a sleepover can be fun but exhausting! We have some hints, tips and ideas to ensure your kids pyjama party or sleepover goes with a bang.
If you’re ready to take winter on, and get outside whatever the weather, then here are our top 15 winter activities for kids.
Children learn through play – and there’s no better place than the kitchen. We reveal our pick of the best cooking games for pre-schoolers and primary-school children.
Find out how to help your primary-school child with their homework - without doing it for them - and discover our tips for making homework a more positive experience for everyone involved.
Many of us turn to babysitters when we’re heading out for the evening, but savvy parents are increasingly using babysitting websites to give them extra flexibility at other times of day too.
London is bursting with opportunities for kids to learn, have fun and let off steam. Here are our 15 Best Things to do in London with Kids.
It can be a terrible time for your little one if they fall out with their friends. How can you support them? Discover how to help children when they fall out with friends.
Sitters understands that every family is different. No two families have the same set of identical needs. Here's some advice from our childcare experts on how to balance work and family life.
Bedtime routine is essential, yet children's sleep patterns can become erratic - sometimes seemingly out of the blue. We uncover the truth and the requirements on how much sleep kids really need.
Fed up of being stuck indoors? If you’re ready to get outside (whatever the weather) then here are our top 10 outdoor activities for kids this Easter.
Kids love to decorate and design their own Easter Eggs. Get inspired from some of the most creative and cool eggs that we could find. Have a fun and Happy Easter!
Siblings can go from best buddies to arch enemies in the blink of an eye. Is sibling fighting just par for the course of parenting? Is there a way you can stop it?
Get your little ones in the kitchen and let them cook up a storm with these 15 fun and easy cooking recipes for kids.
Christmas is a time that allows kids to be creative, why not keep yourself and the kids entertained with our top 15 Christmas decorations to make.
It's that time of year when creativity flows and inspiration is everywhere. Nothing says Christmas like getting crafty with loved ones. We have 15 Christmas craft ideas for you and your kids.
Would you know what to do if your child had a serious accident in or around the home? Find out about First Aid Courses for Parents here.
With 50 years' experience of reading magical bedtime stories to sleepy children, we've come to know which ones are the favourites. Here's a list of our top 10 bedtime stories to keep children happy.
When it comes to keeping a check on your little one's behaviour, nothing ticks the boxes like a reward chart. Rewards can be a very handy parenting tool, and here are a few ways to get the best out of them.
Don't worry that great face painting is only for fine artists. With good-quality face paints, a few brushes and sponges, you too can create face paints to wow, inspire, and amuse.
Babysitting can be a great way to earn some extra income, but there are several important steps to consider before you become a babysitter.
Most parents will face this same worry, how to register for primary school. Follow our informative guidelines and put this fear to bed once and for all.