Parenting Archives - Page 13 of 18

Being a new dad: tips for the early days

Watch our video to find out tips on getting ready for your new baby, how to make the most of your time together and what to do if you're finding it hard adjusting to being a dad.

How to be Daddy cool

Dads play a big part in their baby’s life – being involved right from the start of parenthood can help set up your bond for life. We share our top tips for new dads in the early months.

Feeling good after birth

Giving birth is a huge event and it can affect you in lots of different ways. We share some simple tips to help give you a boost if you need it

#ourNCTstory – what a difference a year makes

Find out what we’ve been doing to reach and support even more new parents across the country

Who’s looking after you?

If you're tired of seeing unrealistic big-screen portrayals of perfect families, new film Tully is an eye-opener. Tackling complex themes around motherhood, it delivers some stark home truths about being a mum.

The lowdown on Shared Parental Leave

This April marks three years since the government introduced the Shared Parental Leave scheme. But what is it and is it something that you should consider?

Mums on TV

With the myriad of maternal figures portrayed on television these days, what do we think of other mums on the small screen?

What do mums really want for Mother’s Day?

It’s the one special day of the year when mums get to call the shots. But what would mums across the country choose if they could have anything?

10 things nobody told you about becoming a mum

Even if you've read all the books, there are some things you'd never have bargained for before you had your baby. Here are just some of the things you might discover...