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61 is the Dream Age to Retire

New research of working Brits in their 50s, has revealed that 61, the current age of stars such as Tom Cruise and Meg Ryan, is the ideal age to retire.

Yet, according to the findings, this is out of kilter with reality by eight years, with most insisting that they won’t be in a position to stop work until they are 69, almost a decade later than they had hoped for, and three years...

What Makes an Ideal Foster Carer – Would You Be a Good Fit?

There are many things you can do in life that are rewarding and can fill you with a sense of purpose. These are the kind of things that can make life feel fuller and can often have positive impacts not just on you, but others around you. One of the most rewarding things a person can choose to do is become a foster carer. In this role, you will provide a stable and supportive home for a child...

Experts share 3 tips to help ease kids’ back-to-school anxiety

The experts at OutdoorToys have put together 3 key tips on how to help transition kids back into a comfortable school routine and ease any anxieties they may have ahead of the first day back.

1. Transition them back into a school routine

Arguably the hardest part of the first day for children is waking up in the morning, and this can be even harder for children who are...

What are the most common types of divorce in the UK?

According to the National Office of Statistics , in 2021, there were 113,505 divorce granted in England and Wales representing a 9.6% increase when compared to the year 2020. But what are the reasons for those divorces and divorces that went before them? We take a look at the most common reasons why people get divorced in the UK.

Old divorce laws

Prior to the no-fault laws...

There were 119,709 divorce applications in 2022 – up 11%

‘Broken’ court system leaves divorcing couples in ‘limbo’

Lengthy delays and last-minute cancellations are causing huge disruption and emotional anguish for divorcing couples resolving their financial matters via the “broken” court system, according to a family associate at Bristol law firm Shakespeare Martineau .

According to the most recent figures from the Ministry of Justice, there were 119,709 divorce applications in 2022 – up 11% when...

What are the most common reasons why couples separate?

Many factors can contribute to the breakdown of a marriage. Studies show that divorce rates are increasing year by year in the UK, and the average length of a marriage for opposite-sex couples is currently 11.9 years .

In this article, we’ll be highlighting some of the most common reasons why couples separate.

Communication issues

Lack of communication in...

‘Broken’ court system leaves divorcing couples in ‘limbo’, lawyer warns

According to the most recent figures from the Ministry of Justice, there were 119,709 divorce applications in 2022 – up 11% when...

Parents plan to embrace traditional fun this summer

Tree Climbing and Daisy Chains - How Parents are Bringing Back Old Fashioned Fun

New research suggests as many as 82 percent of Brits have been thinking of savvier ways to keep their kids engaged this summer.

And it seems parents plan to embrace traditional fun, as 56 percent will be taking their little ones on picnics, while 44 percent plan to bake cupcakes, in a bid to keep costs down.

Bike rides (42 percent), movie marathons (34 percent), camping in...

Casey Major - The Major Mum providing you with hacks you didn't know you needed

Casey is on a mission to empower Mums to save time, money, and stress and create joyful family moments. She is the go-to expert for Birthday celebrations and top tips for every season.  From plant pot s'mores to sponge ice packs, beach hacks, and hotdog flask lunches, Casey is excited to share her unique ideas.

 Starting her Instagram account during the lockdown and after the birth...

The long summer break can prove to be something of a minefield when it comes to arranging childcare

Separated parents braced for tricky conversations over summer holiday childcare

With the long school holidays looming, many families are dreaming about a well-earned break together, maybe soaking up the sun somewhere hot or getting stuck into activities closer to home.

However, for families where the parents have separated, the long summer break can prove to be something of a minefield when it comes to arranging childcare.

Research carried out by legal...