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Tired of being a parent - Is it normal to feel like this?
Parenting is easily one of the most difficult jobs in the world and rather than getting easier, some would say that is getting harder. So, if you are asking yourself “is it normal to not want to be a parent anymore?” then you are not alone.
Getting ready for starting school (an honest account)
If you have fond memories of the new school year that include the scent of bouquets of freshly sharpened pencils and new notebooks, then erase that from your mind.
Can noise cause rage and anxiety?
Sometimes we cannot escape noise. But does it create a bubbling of rage and anxiety within you? Do you want to punch your other half for breathing too loudly? Here we look at what noise sensitivity is, how, why, and what can we do to help you if you are suffering.
What do mums really want for Mother’s Day?
Here at ParentList we asked our followers “what do mums really want for Mother’s Day?” and two answers came out top: Sleep and time alone.
How the pressure on parents to celebrate every calendar event adds up
Our views on how and why annual events are adding to the mental load of busy parents more than ever before.
How to manage the mental load this Christmas
Discover what the mental load of Christmas really looks like, plus 10 easy ways to feel better about it this year
The real cost of Halloween - 5 ways to spend less, reduce waste and enjoy more
Halloween can be busy and expensive - and to add to the mental load, we’ve got the impact on the environment to consider too. This blog looks at how we can reduce costs and make Halloween just that little more sustainable this year.
The gift that keeps on giving - 9 of the best subscription gifts for parents and children
Short on gift ideas or want something quick, easy, more sustainable, different? Look no further - we’ve pulled together a top 10 of the best subscription ideas for parents and children.
Acts of kindness ideas for parents that won’t add to the mental load
World Kindness Day is approaching so we’re looking at why it matters to parents and acts of kindness ideas that are free or under a fiver.
How to lighten the mental load
The mental load of parenting is exhausting, and it can affect mental health. Find out more about the invisible burden and what you can do to reduce it.
Why your maternal mental health is so important
What is maternal mental health, what are the symptoms, and why is it so important? Read on to find out, including where you can go to get support.
Why do we have a Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week?
The mental health stigma is lessening, but what about maternal mental health? Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week 2021 has it covered. Find out more here.
Let’s talk about stress
It’s Stress Awareness Month so we’re looking at the most common stress triggers for parents (and how to cope with them).
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