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A Good Enough ParentA "Good Enough" Parent What is a good dad or a good mum? That's a really tough question. Maybe all you or anybody else can really expect to be is 'good enough'. Maybe it's certain that you'll get it wrong sometimes, make mistakes and have... View
I am Leanne - Step Families
I am Leanne I’m 33, divorced six years, with two daughters, 9 and 7. My Problem Richard (my new partner) has lived with us for nearly a year. He’s a good man,...
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Family HolidaysFamily holidays - do they wind you down or wind you up? Holidays are all about fun, leisure, pleasure and a break from usual routines. For most individuals, couples and families, holidays can be a time to re-connect with each other, grow... View
I am Tracey - Step Families
I am Tracey I'm Tracey, 37, divorced two years, bringing up two girls, 12 and 9. My Problem I’ve met a man who seems very nice. He’s 40, never been married. My ex-...
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Problem BehaviourProblem Behaviour In this section: Why is this happening? Trouble at school Trouble with drugs Why is this happening? When parents separate, it is easy to blame everything that happens in your children's lives on that... View
Boost self worthBoost your children's self esteem – for parents with children of all ages In this section: • What is self esteem or self worth? • Start with yourself! • Building the foundations of self esteem in... View
Teenage - Fun activities to do togetherTeenagers - Fun activities to do together In this section: What were you like as a teenager? What is your teenager like? Teenage pressures Family Tree Family Sheild Mapping the Problem We have put together a range... View
Step Families - Living successfully with other people's children (Relate guide)According to statistics, one in three people in the UK today is likely to be involved in a step-family at some point in their life. In Step-Families, Suzie Hayman looks at the problems that may arise as a result of this life-change and... View
AdvicenowAdvicenow is an independent, not-for-profit website providing accurate, up-to-date information on rights and legal issues. Their information service...
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GingerbreadGingerbread is the leading national charity working to help the UK’s 1.9 million lone parents and their children. They believe in a fairer society for...
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The McIntyre Family: Part 6 - SteveThe McIntyre Family Part 6 - "The Holiday": Steve's View Who do you relate to? Click here to watch Part 6 - "The Holiday" Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for Richie's... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 6 - RichieThe McIntyre Family Part 6 - "The Holiday": Richie's View Who do you relate to? Click here to watch Part 6 - "The Holiday" Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for Richie's... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 6 - ChloeThe McIntyre Family Part 6 - "The Holiday": Chloe's View Who do you relate to? Click here to watch Part 6 - "The Holiday" Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for Richie's... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 6 - ZoeThe McIntyre Family Part 6 - "The Holiday": Zoe's View Who do you relate to? Click here to watch Part 6 - "The Holiday" Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for Richie's... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 6The McIntyre Family Part 6 - "The Holiday" Who do you relate to? Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for Richie's view Click here for Steve's view Click here to watch the next... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 5 - SteveThe McIntyre Family Part 5 - "The Fishing Trip": Steve's View Who do you relate to? Click here to watch Part 5 - "The Fishing Trip" Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 5 - RichieThe McIntyre Family Part 5 - "The Fishing Trip": Richie's View Who do you relate to? Click here to watch Part 5 - "The Fishing Trip" Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for Richie's... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 5 - ChloeThe McIntyre Family Part 5 - "The Fishing Trip": Chloe's View Who do you relate to? Click here to watch Part 5 - "The Fishing Trip" Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 5 - ZoeThe McIntyre Family Part 5 - "The Fishing Trip": Zoe's View Who do you relate to? Click here to watch Part 5 - "The Fishing Trip" Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 5The McIntyre Family Part 5 - "The Fishing Trip" Who do you relate to? Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for Richie's view Click here for Steve's view Click here to watch the... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 4 - SteveThe McIntyre Family Part 4 - "Runaway": Steve's View Who do you relate to? Click here to watch Part 4 - "Runaway" Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for Richie's view Click here... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 3 - SteveThe McIntyre Family Part 3 - "We're all worried about you": Steve's View Who do you relate to? Click here to watch Part 3 - "We're all worried about you" Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 2 - SteveThe McIntyre Family Part 2 - "You're not my Dad": Steve's View Who do you relate to? Click here to watch Part 2 - "You're not my Dad" Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 1 - SteveThe McIntyre Family Part 1 - "It's not the same": Steve's View Who do you relate to? Click here to watch Part 1 - "It's not the same" Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for Richie's... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 4 - RichieThe McIntyre Family Part 4 - "Runaway": Richie's View Who do you relate to? Click here to watch Part 4 - "Runaway" Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for Richie's view Click here... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 3 - RichieThe McIntyre Family Part 3 - "We're all worried about you": Richie's View Who do you relate to? Click here to watch Part 3 - "We're all worried about you" Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 2 - RichieThe McIntyre Family Part 2 - "You're not my Dad": Richie's View Who do you relate to? Click here to watch Part 2 - "You're not my Dad" Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 1 - RichieThe McIntyre Family Part 1 - "It's not the same": Richie's View Who do you relate to? Click here to watch Part 1 - "It's not the same" Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for Richie's... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 4 - ChloeThe McIntyre Family Part 4 - "Runaway": Chloe's View Who do you relate to? Click here to watch Part 4 - "Runaway" Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for Richie's view Click here... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 3 - ChloeThe McIntyre Family Part 3 - "We're all worried about you": Chloe's View Who do you relate to? Click here to watch Part 3 - "We're all worried about you" Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 2 - ChloeThe McIntyre Family Part 2 - "You're not my Dad": Chloe's View Who do you relate to? Click here to watch Part 2 - "You're not my Dad" Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 1 - ChloeThe McIntyre Family Part 1 - "It's not the same": Chloe's View Who do you relate to? Click here to watch Part 1 - "It's not the same" Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for Richie's... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 4 - ZoeThe McIntyre Family Part 4 - "Runaway": Zoe's View Who do you relate to? Click here to watch Part 4 - "Runaway" Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for Richie's view Click here for... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 3 - ZoeThe McIntyre Family Part 3 - "We're all worried about you": Zoe's View Who do you relate to? Click here to watch Part 3 - "We're all worried about you" Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 2 - ZoeThe McIntyre Family Part 2 - "You're not my Dad": Zoe's View Who do you relate to? Click here to watch Part 2 - "You're not my Dad" Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 1 - ZoeThe McIntyre Family Part 1 - "It's not the same": Zoe's View Who do you relate to? Click here to watch Part 1 - "It's not the same" Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for Richie's... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 4The McIntyre Family Part 4 - "Runaway" Who do you relate to? Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for Richie's view Click here for Steve's view Click here to watch the next... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 3The McIntyre Family Part 3 - "We're all worried about you" Who do you relate to? Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for Richie's view Click here for Steve's view Click here... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 2The McIntyre Family Part 2 - "You're not my Dad" Who do you relate to? Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for Richie's view Click here for Steve's view Click here to watch the next... View
The McIntyre Family: Part 1The McIntyre Family Part 1 - "It's not the same" Who do you relate to? Click here for Zoe's view Click here for Chloe's view Click here for Richie's view Click here for Steve's view Click here to watch the next... View
Moving On - Breaking up without breaking down (Relate guide)One in three marriages ends in divorce. Cohabitation, marriage, divorce and re-marriage are becoming a normal part of the pattern of everyday life. However, the effects of such a pattern on the adults and children involved can be extremely... View
Relate's guide to beating the back to school bluesRelate's guide to beating the ‘back to school blues’ Relate for parents is here to offer advice to help parents of the estimated 11 million students preparing to start a new school year this September. Relate believes... View
Back to School - Tips for getting organisedBack to School - Tips for getting organised One minute it’s 2 weeks to go before the children go back to school Next minute – it’s tomorrow Time to get organised however late you have started to think about it:... View
I am Nabil - Children/Discipline
I am Nabil I am 36 married to Shashi who is 31. We have 3 children, 10, 8, and 2. My Problem My wife and I argue a lot about how we discipline the children. She...
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Parenting grown up children - a mum's storyParenting Grown Up Children – A Mum’s Story I am Fiona, I am 60, married to Sam. We have two grownup children, Mark, who lives with his male partner and Matthew who is married to Rosie, they have two children, Daniel, 8 and... View
Parenting grown up children - a Dad's storyParenting Grown Up Children – A Dad’s Story I am Sam. I’m coming up to retirement. Fiona and I are worried about our eldest son, Matthew. He’s married to a lovely girl, Rosie; they had their tenth anniversary... View
Setting Boundaries for TeenagersSetting Boundaries for Teenagers Teenagers need firm guidance from their parents. Many people will remember the battles to stay out for half an hour longer, or go somewhere that our parents thought was not appropriate. Setting boundaries... View
Children don't trust dad for advice about bullyingOnly 17 per cent of children trust dad for advice about bullying New research out 14th March 2010 reveals that while most dads (61 per cent) feel comfortable giving advice to their children about bullying only one in five (17 per cent)... View
Parenting when separated/divorcedParenting when separated/divorced Divorce and children can be a recipe for a difficult situation. The break-up of a marriage or committed co-habiting partnership is always stressful, even in those rare situations when it’s... View
We need to talk!We need to talk! What does this mean to you? Is it just an invitation to have a conversation – something you’ll make sure you have time for? Or does your heart sink? Humans have a unique way of communicating - through... View
Eating DisordersEating Disorders In this section: Anorexia Bulimia Binge Eating Disorder Anorexia and Bulimia: What to Look For What Causes Eating Disorders? Eating disorders are really common; 1 or 2 out of every 100 students will... View
Babyshock ! - Your relationship survival guideBabyshock! is for any parents who have forgotten what it's like to be a couple because their children have taken over their lives. The experiences of pregnancy, childbirth and caring for children are wonderful, but also put a great deal of... View
Bringing Up Charlie Bloghttp://www.bringingupcharlie.co.uk/A dad's eye view of bringing up children ... Tim Atkinson is a stay-at-home dad and former schoolteacher. But don't hold...
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Children's Legal Centrehttp://www.childrenslegalcentre.com Information & Advice for children/parents/carers/professionals on all issues of law & policy affecting...
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Netmumshttp://www.netmums.com Practical Help & Emotional Support on parenting issues online Relate for Parents & Families is not responsible for content...
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Relate Relate is a charity that offers advice, relationship counselling, sex therapy, workshops, mediation, consultations and support face-to-face, by phone and...
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Child Maintenance OptionsChild Maintenance Options Child Maintenance Options provides impartial information and support to help both parents make an informed choice about child...
http://www.cmoptions.org/index.asp View
Alcohol ConcernAlcohol Concern is the national agency on alcohol misuse campaigning for effective alcohol policy and improved services for people whose lives are affected by...
www.alcoholconcern.org.uk View
Anorexia and Bulimia Care Anorexia and Bulimia Care believes that there is an answer to anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, compulsive eating and all kinds of eating distress. They...
http://www.anorexiabulimiacare.co.uk/ View
beatbeat is the leading UK charity for people with eating disorders and their families. beat is the working name of the Eating Disorders Association, and we continue...
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From Partners to ParentsA new baby has a huge impact on a couple's relationship. This course helps you to understand the responsibilities and expectations of being new parents and develop skills to keep your relationship alive. This is valuable time out together... View
Parents ApartDivorce or separation doesn’t just affect the adults in a relationship – it can affect the way children view relationships for life. If you’re concerned about how your children will cope with the break-up of your... View
Parent MentoringThe course teaches how to develop skills in mentoring within a community, with a particular emphasis on befriending, building rapport, listening and giving feedback. It is a very practical course which will equip parents from all sorts of... View
Riding the Storm: for parents of teenagersWatching your children grow up is rewarding but as they develop opinions and test out their independence it can be a challenge for any parent. This workshop looks at how to open up communication, improve your relationship with your teenager... View
Change - big bang or small stepsChange - big bang or small steps The problem Once you’ve decided what you want to change, the challenge is how to go about it. Many people believe that to solve a problem you need to understand why it has happened. The most... View
I am Jean - Family Secrets
I am Jean I’m forty-four. Geoff and I have two children Mark (19) away at University, and Sally (16) still at school. My Problem I could tell Sally’s not been...
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Deciding what to changeDeciding what to change The problem Change happens – it’s a fact of life. When it happens spontaneously it can be confusing and disturbing as well as exciting. When we want things to change it can seem so hard to... View
Family SecretsFamily Secrets All families have secrets of one kind or another. Letters, photos, objects locked hidden away at the back of a drawer, perhaps memories of past events, too painful, shameful, or precious to recount, or reveal to the harsh of... View
Family conflict - Managing Family ConflictManaging Family Conflict (3 of 3) Ground rules can help. No family members should have to put up with violence, intimidation, or threats of violence. We need to develop the confidence and skills to know when to insist upon a... View
Family Conflict - UnderstandingFamily conflict (2 of 3) Understanding Firstly, it’s worth remembering that there are at least two sides to every conflict, and that each side has its viewpoint and feelings. If either side’s perspective is dismissed out... View
Family Conflict - IntroductionFamily Conflict (1 of 3) Introduction A family without conflict is a make-believe family, or a family set in stone. All humans are created out of an act of conflict, as a single victorious male sperm wins the race to pierce the female... View
Keeping the change goingKeeping the change going The problem So you’ve made a change to your family life and are wondering how you can keep it going. This can be the hardest part. Hopefully, if the goal you set was the right one, you may... View
StressStress In this section: Things that cause stress are called stressors Signs of Stress Here are some ideas about managing stress that you might want to talk about with your teenager - they might even help you to deal with your... View
Contact a FamilyContact a Family http://www.cafamily.org.uk for parents/carers of disabled children. Relate for Parents & Families is not responsible for...
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Grandparents AssociationGrandparents Association Helpline, advice, information and statistics about grandparenting. http://www.grandparents-association.org.uk/index.php Relate for...
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BeGrand.netBe Grand (http://begrand.net/) This site helps you to help you enjoy being a grandparent and to offer you expert advice when you have questions. You will...
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Mothers & MotheringMothers & Mothering Quotations on Mothers & Mothering 1. Having a baby is one thing; being a mother is a much longer, and harder, labour of love (Anon) 2. A sweater is a garment worn by child when its mother is... View
Grandparenting and step grandparentingGrandparenting (and Step-Grandparenting) We collected a few quotations about grandparents…. A grandmother is a babysitter who watches the kids instead of the television Just when a woman thinks her work is done, she... View
About usAbout Relate for Parents When most people think of a "parent" they have visions of young and very young children being parented. Relate know that the joys and struggles of parenting last throughout life and ebb and flow through many... View
Dads spacePromotes active father role/helps with parenting issues & enables separated dads to play active part in child's life between visits...
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