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Top 10 songs you won't mind your preschooler singing

There are very few songs on the radio today that you would be happy to have your preschooler sing along to but there are a few exceptions, writes Amber Robinson.
Time for talking about sex

Parents need to be having the conversation about sex with their children a lot sooner than they think, according to a new study that reveals girls aged 12-15 had the highest percentage of positive tests for chlamydia.
TV limits that keep everyone happy

Worried about the amount of time your children spend in front of the television? Here is how to reduce the time without the tantrums.
Scary skeleton paper puppet

Download and print this free Scary skeleton paper puppet activity to create a fun Halloween activity for your kids.
Vital role of grandparents

With increasing numbers of children living in families where both parents work, more grandparents are stepping in to give a helping hand but the process isn't always smooth sailing.

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Top 10 songs you won't mind your preschooler singing

AMBER ROBINSON 12:31pm There are very few songs on the radio today that you would be happy to have your preschooler sing along to but there are a few exceptions, writes Amber Robinson.

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TV limits that keep everyone happy

Louise Wedgwood Worried about the amount of time your children spend in front of the television? Here is how to reduce the time without the tantrums.

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Josefa Pete Parents need to be having the conversation about sex with their children a lot sooner than they think, according to a new study that reveals girls aged 12-15 had the highest percentage of positive tests for chlamydia.

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How charities are building literacy skills for disadvantaged kids

RACHEL BROWNE 1:19pm Two new books arrive in the Hobson family's mailbox every month, one for four-year-old Emma and one for baby Samuel.

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Scary skeleton paper puppet

Download and print this free Scary skeleton paper puppet to create a fun Halloween decoration.

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Vital role of grandparents

Sussana Smith With increasing numbers of children living in families where both parents work, more grandparents are stepping in to give a helping hand but the process isn't always smooth sailing. Here is how to overcome challenges faced by all involved.

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