Practical advice to help your children through a separation

You’d have to have to be in serious denial to imagine that when a couple split up, it doesn’t have a very real effect on their children. During and following a split, children pick up every little sign of tension…

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10 fabulous day out ideas in North Norfolk

North Norfolk is something of a hidden gem, with plenty of beautiful unspoilt scenery and completely unique attractions. Here’s our pick of the 10 best day out ideas for all the family: 1. Hit the beach. North Norfolk has many…

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4 tips to wean your kids off electronic devices (and get them out in the fresh air!)

Single parents, and all parents for that matter, these days are facing a seemingly unwinnable battle. Mobile phones, TV, computers, games consoles and a million other digital devices which surround our kids and absorb all of their attention – they’re…

Ask SWK: How to tell the kids about a trial separation?

A reader asks… “I’m new to this and don’t know where to start.. My hubbie & I have agreed to a trial separation. He hasn’t moved out yet as he’s still sorting out somewhere to stay. We have no idea…

10 cheap and healthy lunchbox fillers – that the kids will actually eat!

Getting your kids to eat a healthy lunch can be hard work, and it can be a nightmare for time-pressed single parents. However, by being creative, prepared and making a lot of the lunchbox fillers yourself, you can get your…

Sick of being the ‘bad cop’? – Discipline tips for single parents

As a single parent, the dynamic for disciplining and improving the behaviour of your children is completely different compared to when there are two of you. This can sometimes be a good thing, because there’s no being labelled ‘telling off…

10 lightning-fast home cleaning tips for busy single parents

Busy single parent with no time for cleaning? It needs to be done, but not everyone can afford (or justify) the expense of getting a cleaner in. To save you time and save your house from being taken over by…

How to camp like a pro (when you’re a complete beginner)

If you’re planning to go camping this year and it’s your very first time, it’s understandable to be worried about ‘doing it wrong’. The last thing you want is to have your tent collapse in the night or to forget…

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7 surprising things you might not know about Blackpool

The seaside town of Blackpool has many different reputations, with some thinking it a relic of faded Victorian seaside glamour and others seeing it as a hub of family entertainment.  We all know about the resorts famous attractions, from the…

7 fun (and surprising facts) about Lanzarote

Lanzarote is well known as a sunny holiday island, for single parents and couples alike, with its great beaches and glorious sunshine. However, there’s more to know about Lanzarote than you might think – read on for our 7 surprising…