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>Finding a work/life balance – through freelancing
Bringing up your children while bringing in an income is a tough call for single parents. Super single mum Annie Manning has found the answer working as a busy freelancer. She somehow manages to fit in voluntary work, writing and fundraising for charities – and her high personal expectations have rubbed off on her daughter ...
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High life: summer fun in the Swiss Alps
Had enough of crowded beaches and traffic jams? As a summer alternative, why not take to the spectacular mountains, valleys and lakes of Switzerland’s Bernese Oberland and let the train take the strain. Margaret Doherty gets in peak condition.
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Does UK law ensure a fair division of assets in divorce?
A law firm responds to a recent call by a family law expert and peer for an end to the idea that women deserve half of their husband’s wealth on divorce
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Marks out of ten for reading, Dad?
Reading with your kids is a simple but lifelong gift – and more than two thirds of children wish that their dad would read to them more often
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Post-budget recession busters
A new survey reveals the practical and creative ways in which we are keeping body and soul together within the family during this recession
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Something light and fragrant for Easter
Thinking of buying some perfume for yourself or a loved one this Easter? Find out what your choice of fragrance says about you!
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Prenups – know your rights before tying the knot
Is marriage on the cards? If you have already been through one divorce or separation you know that relationship breakdown can happen even with the best of intentions. So it is not unduly cynical to consider a prenuptial agreement, especially when you have assets lined up for your children.
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Teaching opportunities in the private sector
If you are a would-be teacher or are already qualified and experienced and looking to make a move, one option is to consider working in independent schools. The ISC Job Zone puts the vacancies at your fingertips
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Dyslexia: how to spot the signs and how to help your child
Dyslexia affects one in ten people in the UK, and currently around 375,000 children in the country have been diagnosed as being dyslexic. Here’s how to recognise it and get the support you need.
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Snow days
When they’ve built the snowman, tobogganed until they are cold and wet, here are some ideas of fun things to do indoors ...
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Budget busters
Running out of ideas, energy and cash to keep the kids amused? Margaret Doherty looks at ways to keep boredom at bay on a budget.
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Is your child a hopeless screen-ager?
Computer games and X-boxes do have an impact on the way your children think and learn. You can help them by supporting the development of their creative and cooperative skills and to learn the art of patience.
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Yoga for youngsters
The 21st Century is a pressured place for children and young people to grow up. Yoga provides a haven where they can release their stress and learn to feel happy in their skin
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Have you dumped the perfect lover because they weren’t parent material?
The team from Five’s
The Wright Stuff want to hear your stories and your advice for other single parents looking for love
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Stop paying through the nose!
From heating appliances right through to broadband deals, Brits have become notorious for overpaying for common household products; including heating, electricity, broadband and car insurance costs. Chloe Addo looks at the mistakes we make and how to rectify them
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Dating again? Remember your priorities
If we are going to start dating again as a single parent we must work out what we require from a relationship and hold on to that thought, says Alan Matthews
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Give yourself some credit!
Life crises can take a heavy toll on your self-esteem. Now it’s time to pat yourself on the back and count up your good points!
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Top up your children’s savings – while shopping!
A new, free online shopping/savings club is launched
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Can art heal your child?
Good design with art at its heart can make a big difference to the wellbeing of children in hospital
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Keeping the step parent–child bond through marital breakdown
Step parents have no legal right to see their stepchildren after divorce. How can you keep alive a relationship that may have become very important both to your stepchild and to yourself?
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Tough love: healthy food – happy families
Introduce your children to good eating habits that will last a lifetime – and you will all reap the benefits!
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Read all about it! World Book Day is on Thursday 6 March
It’s true that you are never alone with a book. So nurture a love of books in your children even when they are too young to read ...
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Online safety for your kids
How to keep your children safe from 21st century ‘Stranger Danger’
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Moving on – with kids in tow ...
Moving house is stressful enough even without a couple of tinies getting under your feet, but sometimes it is unavoidable. If you have a move on the cards this year, we have some tips on how to cope ...
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Marriage second time around? Remove the soft focus filter
It’s wonderful when you find that special person (mark 2) that you want to spend the rest of your life with. But, however romantic it may be, don’t forget that you are older and wiser and you need to face up to reality
before you tie the knot
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Keep the New Year’s bugs at bay
New Year often brings on new coughs and sneezes. Check out our tips for helping yourself and your family to fight off the winter bugs – naturally
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Sing Ho! A joy-filled tradition for expressing happiness and passing it on
Bubble up and bubble over! says Sundoc, OneUp’s consultant clown
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Bullying over the ether – take it seriously
Cyberbullying is rife and allows the perpetrators to inflict the maximum damage on their victims with the minimum chance of being found out. Sue Atkins, a parent coach and mother of two, gives some tips on how to protect your children
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It’s that time of year again ....
Our biggest annual spend-fest is rapidly bearing down upon us. Single mum Pamela Gratton makes some Christmas resolutions ...
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Keep your hair on! How to handle anger positively
Parent coach Sue Atkins says let your anger take its natural course – but manage it, so it does not damage your relationship with your children
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