Family

In the face of a volatile property market, getting the most for your money – or for your home – can seem a tricky prospect. There are, however, some things that can work either for or against a property’s value – and they’re often things…

Whether you lose your job or your savings take a hit, money worries can really give your emotional wellbeing a knock. You can feel shock, anger, guilt and a sense of powerlessness at your situation, as well as the stress of trying to solve…

It is one of the more unusual ways to improve office life but more and more companies in the west are allowing staff to bring their family dogs to work due to the health benefits associated with the company of our canine friends. The…

Many companies are realising the benefits of allowing employees to work from home – if not all of the time, at least some of the time. It frees up office space, cuts down on overheads, can increase productivity and helps reduce a company’s…

What do you do when your baby has fever or stomachache, a bad cough, or stuffy nose? Home remedies are a worthy option for your baby’s developing immune systems. They’re natural and safe, and will alleviate the symptoms as well as…

Make smarter choices for your family when it comes to sweetening food. Here are some of the popular sugar alternatives available… There’s little doubt that too much sugar is harmful to health and we all need to cut back. Research shows…

Smoking is something that divides many people. Whether it’s your partner or another family member, living with a smoker can cause numerous conflicts. If ignored, these disagreements can fester, creating tension in your relationship. Smokers…

Vegetables are a vital part of a healthy diet, and yet encouraging children to eat vegetables and fruits can sometimes be a challenge. It’s important to help your child enjoy them. Here are some ideas to get you started... Taste matters.…

Thanks to double-glazing and central heating, damp living conditions are not the widespread problem they once were. However, for some people – particularly those living in rented accommodation - damp remains a major issue. And, as well as…

Deciding whether you want to have children is a very personal decision. Your viewpoint will probably impact your long-term relationships and most people settle down with a partner who shares the same values. Whatever your future plans…

Healthy eating can be a challenge when you are cooking for your family, and if you or someone from the family suffers from diabetes, things could get even more complicated. Making healthy food choices becomes an imperative part of…

When it comes to improving your family's health, you always want to seek out natural remedies that will be free of toxic chemicals and damaging side effects. There are a number of products on the market which claim to be organic and good…

If you find, with increasing exasperation, members of your family scrolling through their phone with one hand and shovelling food with the other at the dining table, you are not alone. People are reaching a point where the use of…

For parents, the morning rush isn’t just the commute to work, but the routine involved in getting the children out of bed, clothed, fed and ready for the day ahead. For most parents, this means getting ready for their own day at work too,…

There is an easy way for family members who work from home to exercise and burn off an additional 52,000 calories during a single year – the equivalent to running 20 marathons! You just have to make one simple change – stand while you work…

Being a frequent flyer is tough in today’s world. It saps health, vitality and contributes to lost productivity. Success on the road requires you to be proactive in pursuit of health. Besides jet lag constipation and other inconveniences…

From around the age of four, children get past the tantrum stage. However, if you think that it’s all going to be plain sailing thereafter, you could be wrong! It’s also around this time that many children become more defiant. Whether it’s…

In 2015, a study is published in the ‘International Journal of Obesity’ reported that researchers at the Ohio State University have identified a strong predictor of obesity: Keeping food visibly available around the house, outside the…

Cooking for your family is always a pleasure; so is inviting friends and relatives over for a meal from time to time. But what if you or your family members often find yourselves victims of stomach distress after meals? You may experience a…

The demise of a pet is often the first time that a child has to deal with the pain of bereavement. The pet is often much more than just an animal – it is also a friend and companion, so when the pet dies, it’s a sad and stressful event and…

You need to kick butt for more than just yourself. That smoke is affecting your loved ones at home as well. Often referred to as passive smoking, it is a combination of the smoke exhaled by you and the smoke that comes from the end of a…

Keeping your child’s bedroom or playroom clean and tidy is not always easy, and carpets, sofas and flooring subjected to sticky fingers and accidental spills can create an unhealthy environment.  From apple juice to chewing gum, spills can…

Acupuncture has been used in China for over two thousand years and has been increasingly accepted all over the world over recent years. Some people argue it’s no more than placebo or, in other words, all in the mind. There’s no doubt that…

You’ve worked hard all week with long hours and no breaks. At last it’s the weekend - time to relax and have fun with your family. But oh no! After a lovely lie-in you wake with a headache or perhaps worse, a migraine, and your weekend is…

Amidst busy schedule and the demands of day-to-day life, spending time with your family should still be a priority. This is especially true when it comes to our senior loved ones. Being emotionally close with other family members could…

Letting your kids into the kitchen to help cook meals and small snacks can be fun. It is also very creative and can help kids develop a healthy attitude towards food. However, knowing the dangers of the kitchen and how to prevent them is an…

Potential dog owners are often put off by the thought of house-training a new puppy, but if you stick to some tested and proven principles, it can be achieved relatively quickly. Be patient. For the first six months, just like human…

There’s nothing quite so wonderful as seeing your child smile, but keeping those pearly-whites in peak condition takes effort, especially if you want to avoid too many anxious trips to the dentist. Here are some ways you can help your child…

Coeliac disease is one of the most common, long-term health issues. Though erroneously believed to be prevalent only in Europe and other western countries, it has been convincingly reported in India, mostly in the North. A chameleon-like…

Grandparents are important. Having lived through all the main stages of life, their experience gives them knowledge and wisdom to impart to the rest of your family.  For grandchildren, they become role models and offer a unique perspective…