Many of us find it difficult to stay on top of our personal finances. When our monthly bank statement drops through the letterbox, we can be shocked at the amount …

Mother’s Day used to be simple. But now that you’re a parent you not only have to worry about what to get for your mum, but you have to think …

Becoming a mother is one of life’s big events. The transition to motherhood is not easy and nothing can fully prepare you for the changes that will happen not only …

Mothers – where would we be without them? When we’re little, they’re there to feed and clothe us, kiss our bumps and bruises and scare away any monsters hiding under …

Deciding to start a family of your own is a huge decision for any couple to make. For heterosexual couples, the path to parenthood is typically more straightforward. But for …

Did you know that same-sex partners are happier with the quality of their relationship than heterosexual couples? According to a survey by the Open University, same-sex couples are also more …

When parents separate or form new relationships children have to face big changes in their world. Your children may seem happy enough at first, or at least not unhappy, and so understandably parents think …

The Becoming a Parent area is a space for first-time parents but also for those couples who are already parents but have just had a new baby. Becoming parents together for …

Going from a couple to a family may be one of the biggest changes you and your partner ever experience. It may be one of the most exciting times of …

Mums who are working are usually entitled to Statutory Maternity Pay for up to 39 weeks of their maternity leave. This may be less than your normal pay – speak …

When you know what your income will be, sit down together and work out your expenses. The CoupleConnection has a free to download template to get you started. Find out …

Shopping can be addictive. Don’t get seduced by all the baby stuff in the shops – you really don’t need it all. Buying some things in preparation for the baby’s …