Education, Parenting

Sending Your Child Off to University: What You Should Arrange Before They Begin

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University can be exciting and nerve-wracking for families. University is an enormous step that provides new opportunities for independence, education, and personal growth. But its transition can bring its own set of logistical issues that need addressing before term starts. Getting everything organised early can ensure a smooth start for this next chapter in their lives. In this article, we will look at ways to assist parents as they help prepare their young adults for life at university.

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Parenting, Toys

When Your Child Wants More Independence: A Safer First Step Than a Smartphone

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It often begins subtly. A child asks to walk slightly further ahead, stay out a little longer, or go to a friend’s house without constant supervision. Then comes the next step: “Can I have my own phone?” For many parents, that question feels like a turning point. It signals that childhood is shifting and that a child is starting to seek independence in a more tangible way.

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Finances, Parenting

The cost of learning to drive: what families really need to budget for

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Learning to drive has long been seen as a major milestone for young people. It represents independence, freedom, and often the first step towards adult responsibility. For families, however, it has increasingly become a significant financial commitment. Recent research commissioned by Veygo suggests the average cost of learning to drive now stands at £939, representing […]

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Parenting

What Do You Do If You Think Your Teen Is Using Substances?

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As a parent, your first instinct is to ensure that your children grow up healthy and protected. However, as they become teenagers and begin exploring the reaches of their independence, it’s easy not to be as fully aware of everything that’s going on in their lives. Unfortunately, sometimes this includes the use of alcohol or drugs. Realistically, parents can’t control whether or not their child comes into contact with them. If you think your child might be using, what do you do? 

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