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Does the single person council tax discount also apply to single parents?

Those who live alone can qualify for the single person council tax discount, but does this apply to single parents who don't live alone, but live with their children? When it comes to how council tax ...
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"I didn't feel I had a choice" Why 'teen-ternity leave' is an increasingly popular option for parents of older kids - but would you do it?

Please Note: This article discusses issues around teenage mental health and suicide, which some readers may find upsetting. What is 'teen-ternity' leave and why are some parents choosing to take a ...
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Child psychologist unveils 'the grandparent code', a list of 12 grandparenting rules to keep family relationships strong and healthy

A child psychologist has shared what he calls 'the grandparent code,' a list of 12 vital rules for grandparents to follow that can help ensure their relationship with both their children and ...
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Stuffed breast of lamb recipe

Trusted, informative, and empathetic – GoodToKnow is the ultimate online destination for parents. At GoodtoKnow, our mission is 'simple': we're trying to make sense of parenthood. On the site, you'll ...
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The days of grandparent childcare are numbered as millennials feel 'frustrated' with parents too busy to look after grandkids (and it's bad news for nursery costs)

Grandparents are less available for childcare help than previous generations, and it's leaving millennial parents feeling abandoned. For many parents, childcare is an ongoing concern. Places with ...
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Where is Love Actually filmed? The real life locations you can actually visit

The Christmas decorations may have gone up and the cupboards have began to be filled with chocolates that cannot be touched until the big day, but is it really Christmas until you've settled down to ...
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Prince Harry’s daughter Lilibet has the sweetest play area and it’s got an adorable name

If you've always wondered where the royal kids hang out at home then you'll be keen to know Prince Harry has shared details of daughter Lilibet's sweetest play area and it's got an adorable name - ...
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The women who regret their divorce

Divorce enquiries in the UK are at an all time high. I reach out to investigate why some women who asked for a divorce ultimately ended up regretting it*. Staying married is a decision we make every ...
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Peppa Pig knitting pattern

Any parent with toddlers will be more than a little familiar with Peppa Pig! And our friends at Woman's Weekly magazine have been busy creating this great pattern for you to follow. What better treat ...
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Prince William 'left embarrassed' by his mum Princess Diana after their iconic trip to Thorpe Park

Prince William was reportedly left feeling embarrassed by his mother, the late Princess Diana, after they attended Thorpe Park theme park. Prince William was reportedly left embarrassed by his mum ...
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Why won't my teen leave their room or socialise with the family? I'm a child development expert and here's why it's totally ‘normal’

If you constantly find yourself wondering 'why is my teen always hiding away in their room?' know that you are not alone, and they are not broken. Here How to raise a teen author and Child Development ...
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Sponge fingers recipe

Jessica Dady is Food Editor at GoodtoKnow and has over 12 years of experience as a digital editor, specialising in all things food, recipes, and SEO. From the must-buy seasonal food hampers and advent ...