Parenting advice from toddlers through pre-teens to teenagers
- Easy ways to get kids to eat more fruit and yoghurt
- Is your screen habit getting in the way of family life?
- How to survive a trip to Legoland Windsor
- How to keep your kids safe in the sun
- What kind of animal mother are you?
One minute they're taking their first steps, the next they're heading off to senior school, and looking for their first job.
Share the experience and be guided through each stage, with words of wisdom and support, plus expert advice.
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Toddlers
Fussy eaters, potty training, tantrums – the toddler years pose some new challenges. But fear not. We've got top tips from those who have seen it all, and survived to tell the (often hilarious) tales.
Pre-teens
As your child grows up and gains independence, prepare for some frank – and quite possibly challenging – conversations. Face the tween years with a bit of insight from experienced Mumsnetters.
Special needs children
There's a great group of parents to children with various special needs on Mumsnet offering advice, information and support – both practical and emotional.
Teenagers
Are you trying to give advice on everything from school to sex, and prepare your teen for the big wide world? Find tips for helping them through the stresses of exams and a hectic social life, while coping with your own parental worries.
Children's party food
Whether throwing a kids' party fills you with joy, or dread – be prepared (as the scouts wisely taught us) with our guide to festivities and food.
Online safety for kids and parents
Many of us fear our children know more about the internet than we do. Get advice on how to protect your kids online – via computers or their mobile phone.
Travelling with children
Heading abroad for the first time with kids in tow? Or looking for a family-friendly destination? Get advice from seasoned travellers on journeys, packing, activities and more.
Reviews
Whether you're in the market for a car seat or planning your family holiday, see what products, days out and more Mumsnetters recommend.
Back to school
From beating the morning rush to mastering the art of the perfect packed lunch, our back to school guide tells you everything you need to know (except where they've put their PE kit).
Need something to do?
Look no further for things to keep everyone entertained through long weekends, school holidays, rainy days, sunny days…
Children's health
Having a happy and healthy child is of paramount importance to any parent but, inevitably, they sometimes get sick. See our advice on treating a range of complaints from head lice to asthma.
Playdate recipe inspiration
We've all been there, wondering what to serve up to our child's fussiest friend. Get inspiration from Mumsnetter-recommended dishes that always go down a treat on playdates.