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Neighbours send mum angry text telling her to stop sons from playing in their own garden
A mum was shocked after receiving an angry text from her neighbours demanding she stop her sons from playing in their own back garden. Despite encouraging outdoor play, her neighbours insisted the boys be taken to the park instead, claiming the noise was too disruptive. She turned to Mumsnet for advice — sparking a wider debate on boundaries, noise tolerance, and children's right to play.
Jun 4
Parental intuition better at spotting child illness than vital signs, study finds
A recent study by Monash University, analyzing nearly 190,000 pediatric emergency visits, found that parental concern often precedes clinical indicators of deterioration. Children whose parents expressed worry were four times more likely to require intensive care. These findings bolster the case for Martha's Rule, an NHS initiative granting families the right to request urgent treatment reviews, ensuring parental insights are integral to pediatric care.
May 29
The Key Factor That Determines When Your Child Will Take Their First Steps
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.
May 20
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Landmark Update – October 2025: The Schools Bill on the Brink
The Government’s controversial Schools Bill—once championed as a cornerstone of “children’s wellbeing and educational reform”—is now stalled, dateless, and politically adrift.
Oct 222 min read
How AI is Reshaping British Education
For centuries, British education served a single, noble purpose: to shape independent minds—citizens tempered by moral clarity, disciplined reasoning, and broad cultural literacy.
Sep 294 min read
Blanket Safeguarding: When Protecting Children Becomes Overreach
The Government’s latest Call for Evidence on safeguarding in out-of-school settings (OOSS) announced today has triggered renewed concern across communities, especially among families who home educate or rely on religious or cultural supplementary education.
May 293 min read
Strategies for coping with stress as a parent – The Psychology Mum
Parenting can be overwhelming, but Dr Emma Hepburn—aka The Psychology Mum—offers simple, science-backed tools to ease stress. From visualizing your mental “capacity cup” to practicing compassionate self-talk and savoring tiny moments of rest, these small habits can make a big difference to your wellbeing as a parent.
May 283 min read
Farage Asked to Defend Faith and Freedom as 15,000 Parents Resist Labour’s Education Bill
Britain’s Leading Rabbinical Authority Issues Explosive Appeal to Reform UK Over Labour’s Controversial Schools Bill LONDON, 28 MAY 2025 — In a move set to send shockwaves through Westminster and beyond, the British Rabbinical Union - the authoritative voice of Britain’s Haredi Jewish leadership - has issued a formal letter to Reform UK leader Nigel Farage and party chairman Richard Tice, urging them to take an uncompromising stand against the Labour government’s Schools Bill
May 273 min read
Why Parents Should Choose Toys That Teach, Not Just Entertain
Parents often put care into what they bring home for their children. No matter how simple it seems, each item affects how a child grows and learns. Thinking carefully about these choices can help shape positive habits and learning paths.
May 273 min read
Ex-PM Boris Johnson and wife Carrie announce birth of their fourth child in Instagram post
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.
May 251 min read
National Numeracy Day 2025: top tips for helping children feel more confident with maths
This Wednesday 21 May marks National Numeracy Day and we're sharing practical advice to boost number confidence. Maths and numeracy are essential life and work skills, and the government are committed to ensuring they remain a core part of every young person's learning.
May 203 min read
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