More than 80,000 baby boxes delivered to expectant parents
More than 80,000 baby boxes have been delivered since the scheme was launched, with 96% of expectant mothers receiving them.
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North-east parents told not to panic over Momo Challenge
A dangerous social media craze targeting young children has sparked concerns - but north-east officers said parents "should not panic".
Aberdeen group’s big parents’ evening to sell apprentice benefits
An Aberdeen business group is set to host what is being billed as Scotland’s biggest parents’ evening.
School closures cause frustration for parents
Thousands of children were thrilled to have a snow day off from school, but the closures were not greeted with joy by some parents.
Online enrolment for Aberdeen schools to start next month
Parents of children about to begin school in Aberdeen can enrol them online from early January.
North-east parents urged to apply for new child benefits
Parents across the north-east have been urged to apply for new child benefits.
North-east school hopes raising cash is child’s play
Parents at a north-east school are hoping to raise cash to pay for new play equipment.
Drive on to teach parents to park safely at north-east schools
Rogue parkers have been warned they are endangering children’s lives near north-east primary schools.
Aberdeen council chiefs to give parents more say in their children’s education
Aberdeen parents are to be offered a greater role in their children’s schooling under a new scheme.
Facebook launches Kids version of Messenger app controlled by parents
Facebook has launched a new version of its Messenger app that is aimed at children.
Aberdeen MP in call for parents to heed advice on use of vitamin D for babies
A North-east politician is urging pregnant women and new parents to follow new guidelines on the use of a vitamin supplement for infants.
How stay-at-home parents can find their groove when the kids start school
Louise Webster explains how other parents can find fulfilment once they don't spend all day looking after their children.
Working Parents: 8 rights you might not know you’re entitled to
Being a working parent can be tough, and there are plenty of legal rights designed to make it a little easier. But many working parents don't know what their rights are.
Don’t send sick kids to school: North-east doctors issue advice to parents to halt outbreaks of norovirus
Outbreaks of norovirus in North-east schools have doubled, with doctors urging parents not to send their children back too soon.
Ban on smoking in cars with children present to comes into force in Scotland
A new law that bans smoking in cars when children are present comes into force in Scotland today.
12 things you’ll only know if you’ve lived with your parents as an adult
Whether through rising rent prices, unemployment, or a gap in further education, living with our parents as an adult is an increasingly common option for many of us in times of need.
Bank of Mum and Dad is propping up a quarter of this year’s mortgages
The “Bank of Mum and Dad” will help finance 25% of UK mortgage transactions this year, according to research.
Petition set for Holyrood in bid to overturn buses plan
PARENTS are planning to present a petition to the Scottish Parliament in a bid to reverse a decision to stop school bus travel in a North-east town.