Nannies, grandparents and childcare bubbles: What are the new lockdown rules for childcare?

Navigating Separation Anxiety: Expert Tips from Dr. Maryhan

Separation anxiety is a natural stage of child development that often stirs feelings of guilt and worry for parents. According to Dr. Maryhan, a psychologist, podcaster, and parenting expert, understanding and addressing this common issue can ease the transition for both children and parents. Here, we share her insights and practical strategies to help parents manage separation anxiety effectively.

Festive Family Fun this Weekend: Activities Across the UK

With the festive season around the corner, it's a busy time of year — especially for parents. That means there's plenty going on to get stuck into this weekend. We've handpicked some events that caught our eye in popular Bubble locations this weekend. Take a breather and enjoy them with the kids... or without them!

The Importance of Childcare in Single Parenthood

Hi my name is Nevine, a single working mum to a wonderful 10 year old boy and founder of tech start-up, Playdate, the UK’s first dating app for single parents. I suppose starting Playdate was initially a selfish endeavour. How the hell can a divorced, busy working mum in today’s modern world find the time to date let alone have a social life? I can hardly keep up with the school’s emails and parents WhatsApp groups, let alone make sure clothes are washed, dishes are cleaned, and fresh home-cooked food is prepared daily for the growing monster at home (while also feeding myself).