The top parenting trends for 2025 encompass a mix of technology-driven innovations, evolving perspectives on education

A BBC investigation reveals alarming concerns over Dorset Council said the project aims to help parents learn techniques to betthe use of restraint and seclusion in some UK children's mental health hospitals. Families share distressing accounts of their children being held down or isolated for extended periods, raising serious questions about the care and oversight in these facilities. The article explores the impact on young patients and calls for urgent reforms in mental he

Erin had knives thrown at her. Dolly was kicked. Tim was punched. And it was their own children who hurt them. As cases of child-to-parent abuse quietly rise, many families suffer in silence—blamed, dismissed, and unsupported. This feature sheds light on Capva, the stigma surrounding it, and the urgent need for compassionate awareness and systemic change.

Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson and his wife Carrie have a welcomed a surprise new baby girl. Mrs Johnson, 37, revealed her fourth child with the Tory politician, 60 - and his ninth - is called Poppy Eliza Josephine Johnson who was born on May 21. In an adorable Instagram post on Saturday, the Johnsons enjoyed pizza to celebrate the birth of their daughter at University College London Hospital.

Elephant parenting prioritizes emotional connection, co-sleeping, and nurturing over academic pressure. While it offers deep empathy and encouragement, critics argue it can lead to overprotection or emotional sheltering. As parenting styles become more defined, elephant parenting stands out for its emphasis on feeling safe and seen — even if that sometimes means your child never wants to leave home.

Yesterday in the House of Lords, the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill faced its fiercest scrutiny yet—and emerged battered at its core.

New research reveals that genetics play a bigger role in a baby’s first steps than previously thought — accounting for up to 25% of the timing variation. While early walking is often seen as a milestone, the study also links later walkers with potential benefits like higher educational achievement and lower ADHD risk. Environment still matters, but this fresh insight shifts how we view child development.

The campaign against holiday fines for parents who take their children out of school for holidays has reached a significant milestone. Parents often find themselves in a difficult position when it comes to booking family holidays.