Homework is excruciating for most parents but it must be endlessly irritating for children too.

Encouraging children to do more for themselves

The end of school year fancy dress fun day is looming

Soccer season has taken a lot out of the boys of the house

Improving children’s table manners

Children become our watchdogs and keep us on our toes

My car boot seems to epitomise the chaos which pervades family life

Our expectations can be a burden for our children

The key to family harmony is realism

The pros and cons of having a family pet