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Parenting tips

This section is all about mastering the art of parenting. Read articles on a wide range of issues designed to give you the know-how and expertise to help you cruise along the rocky road of parenthood.

caring for a premature baby

Caring for a premature baby

Becoming a parent is daunting enough when you’re faced with nappy changing and feeding for the first time. But imagine if your baby is born too soon and needs hospital care to survive. Read more >

Coming out

Coming out – being a proud parent of an LGBT child

Coming to terms with your child’s sexuality and lifestyle choices can provoke all kinds of unexpected emotions. Hear from parents whose kids have come out, plus there’s expert advice on how to handle it… Read more >

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Life on a hospital ward as the parent of a sick child

When your child becomes ill and you need to be by their side, you could find yourself virtually living in hospital for months on end. Your child’s treatment is your priority, so you put up with the situation. But how do you keep a grip on day-to day life? And how do you cope with living in a hospital environment? Ellen Gylen spoke to parents about the tolls of this lifestyle, as well as asking the advice of Great Ormond Street Hospital experts… Read more >