In this section we discuss some of the legal issues that relate to being a Dad. If you would like free child law advice visit the Legal eagle section on the Dad.info forum.
Bringing up children involves lots of joint decisions. If you are separated, it’s harder to make these decisions and plans as you go along. Splitting Up? Put Kids First helps you to create a Parenting Plan online and learn the skills you need to make it work for you both:
Raising children is an eye-wateringly expensive business- particularly in a cost of living crisis. But when the burden falls entirely to one parent it can feel especially stressful. In 2023 the cost of raising a child in the UK rose to £166,000 for a couple and...
Splitting up is incredibly stressful for parents, and devastating for children. There are, however, ways to side-step the fighting between you and instead create a working partnership to continue co-parenting your child. The way to this is a child-centered divorce,...
Gone is the nuclear family of yesteryear- blended families are the norm. So what is a blended family? It's a mix of stepchildren, new partners, ex partners, and in-laws. How can we navigate what constitutes a modern 'blended' family and encourage harmony between...
Charles and Tina Parker Charles and Tina Parker, parents of their autistic child Chris, have a wealth of experience in bringing up a child with severe autism. Keen to share their journey with other parents, they have published a series of “tell it as it is” books. The...
For kids who stammer, expressing themselves can prove frustrating and upsetting, and they may struggle with low self-esteem as a result. So, what causes stammering, what what do parents need to know? What is a stammer? A stammer (or stutter) is difficulty speaking,...
Not all kids are sporty but sports for kids benefit every child. Sports activities offer a myriad of positives for kids, making a big difference to their lives and confidence. Why should kids play sport? 'It’s absolutely crucial,' says Alastair Park at KICK. 'I see...