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Pregnancy

11 of the best baby boy names for June, according to the experts

If you’re due to have a baby boy in June, you may be still deciding upon a name or adding ideas to a shortlist. Here, a baby names experts shares her top picks

Pregnancy

Downton Abbey star Joanne Froggatt pregnant with first baby at 43

Joanne Froggatt has announced she is pregnant with her first child and debuted her growing bump on the red carpet

Pregnancy

Jenna Coleman is pregnant with her first child

The Victoria and Doctor Who actress showed off her baby bump yesterday amid marriage speculation with partner, Jamie Childs

Pregnancy

Top baby names inspired by soap stars

Whether you’re an EastEnders, Coronation Street or Hollyoaks fan, there's plenty of baby names inspiration to be had

Pregnancy

Pregnant mum asks 'was I in the wrong' to park in parent and child space?

The mum of two was confronted by another shopper despite being nine months pregnant

Baby

‘I’m a mum-to-be – these 7 baby products are top of my wish list’

Wondering what to put on your shopping list for when your baby arrives? Mum-to-be Boudicca Prince, who is due next month, shares the top buys she’d recommend to all first time parents

Baby

Experts warn against ditching sunscreen due soaring prices and TikTok 'anti-sunscreen movement'

Two dermatologists tell Netmum's why it's still important to protect your skin with suncream and why TikTok trends saying otherwise should be ignored.

Baby

'I'm a doctor – here's five ways to reduce your hay fever symptoms'

Monday (24 June) marks the worst day of the year so far for hay fever – but a doctor has shared five natural ways to limit the symptoms

Baby

I'm an expert – here's four ways to keep your baby cool in a heatwave, including using the baby-wearing trick

We've finally got the sun we wished for – and it's too hot!

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How to save while on maternity leave

It’s a common concern for parents-to-be – how do I afford maternity leave?

Preschool

Stop giving screens to children to soothe tantrums, because it makes them worse, says new study

Parents often give their child a digital device to distract and calm them down but new research suggests it could be having the opposite effect

Preschool

‘My son’s speech improved when we ditched the dummy’

Mum of two Louisa Sherlock agrees with comments made by Vogue Williams this week about how a dummy delayed her son's speech

Preschool

Vogue Willliams sparks dummy debate as her two-year-old’s speech has 'come on so much' since ditching pacifier

TV presenter and podcaster Vogue Williams seeks help from Instagram followers on issues with toddler son's pacifier habit and surprise boost it's had on his speech

Preschool

Childcare in England is 'failing', say campaigners – pushing women out of work

Campaigners say the UK's childcare system is falling behind the rest of the world – despite being among the most expensive

Preschool

Ask Dani: ‘Hate being called a “stay at home mum"'

Love your kids but don’t like playing with them? Got a partner who refuses to wear deodorant!? Fed up of being labelled by other mums? Our resident agony aunt Dani Dyer is here to help

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Expert advice about the 'deadliest' foods for under-fives – and how to react to choking incidents

New figures have been published revealing the number of children who died as a result of choking – with boys being more at risk than girls

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Say ‘thank you teacher’ with the perfect gift that lets THEM choose

Here’s why an M&S Gift Card is the perfect way to thank your child’s teacher or nursery worker at the end of term

Primary

Leaving children home alone this summer – what's the law?

The NSPCC issue advice on whether children should be left home alone

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Why lithium coin batteries are so dangerous – and how to keep your child safe

Lithium coin batteries – also known as button batteries – can cause a ‘harmful chemical reaction in as little as two hours’, according to Duracell

Primary

Curbing screen time a losing battle? Here's what actually helps and what doesn't

Certain tactics can successfully limit the amount of time teenagers spend on screens while avoiding meltdowns, according to a new study

Secondary

'I'm a mental health expert, here's why teens are in crisis right now'

TV's Dr Dawn Harper reveals the warning signs parents need to be aware of, and how you can help your teen with their mental health

Secondary

How to get your teen to spend LESS time on their phone, according to a digital detox expert

Tanya Goodin – author of ‘The Teenage Guide to Digital Wellbeing’ – shares her advice for weaning your teen off their phone

Secondary

The signs your teen is struggling during exam season – and how to help them

With teens across the country sitting their GCSEs and A-Levels this week, exam season is officially underway. But the pressure is all too real for young people, writes Lara Kilner

Secondary

‘Ghost children’ warning as thousands of children ‘give up on school’

Record numbers of children are missing most of their education, according to new research

Secondary

What is sextortion? What are the warning signs and what should parents do if they're worried?

Experts offer parents advice on how to deal with sextortion and protect your children

Home & Garden

Hydrangeas: 9 sublime plants to combine with in the garden for even greater beauty!

Hydrangeas can be used in a thousand different ways, planted on their own, in groups of three or five, in shrubberies, among perennials for structure, as a border along the house, to the north or west, in hedges... and, of course, in pots. The combinations are endless.

Home & Garden

Heatwave: this high temperature and drought-resistant plant promises to brighten up your garden all summer long

Anyone with a garden knows that beautiful flowerbeds require a lot of maintenance, but above all a lot of water

Home & Garden

Shoppers spot Paw Patrol tent scanning at Tesco for £3

Fans say 'wow, great bargain' after discovering Paw Patrol tents with 75% off in Tesco stores

Home & Garden

Heat peaks: this unbeatable tip will allow you to enjoy your terrace or balcony all summer long

It's a good idea to follow these tips so that you can enjoy your terrace or balcony despite the summer heat.

Home & Garden

The best climbing roses for pergolas, and the 3 rules to follow

Discover how climbing roses and a pergola can transform your garden into a true haven of flowery peace this summer

Cost of living

New energy price cap comes in today – what that means for families

The energy price cap has dropped – but households are warned to fix rates before it's expected to rise again in October

Cost of living

General Election: the party manifesto pledges that matter to families, carers and working parents

The most eye-catching election pledges and what they will means for families in the UK from each of the main parties: Labour, the Tories and the Lib Dems

Cost of living

Little-known rules could see parents LOSE Child Benefit

Parents earning over £60,000 must pay back a portion of their Child Benefit benefit – but this includes more than just salary

Cost of living

Parents warned of Universal Credit crackdown on child payments

The DWP says some parents are claiming the child element of Universal Credit multiple times for the same child

Cost of living

Eight money changes for parents coming in July

The summer holidays are approaching which can be an expensive time – see what money changes are coming up and how these could help you out

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Tesco has 25% off clothing and shoppers can get this stylist-approved dress for £16

Zara launches £45 dupe for Ugg's sellout 'sandals of the summer'

Aldi launches summer travel range including £15 holiday holdall bag

Dunelm's 'absolutely stunning' duvet set is reduced to just £5 in summer sale

Asda launches back to school range – and prices start from just £2