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The term ‘woke’ originated in the 1940s and referred to being aware of social injustice, often expressed as ‘stay woke’. It was created by and for the black community in their fight against racism. As the term has now gained mainstream attention, its meaning has broadened to cover a more general awareness of social injustices affecting all groups.

In case you missed Recycle Week, we’re here to raise awareness about the staggering amount of waste our country generates each year and the significant impact it has on the environment. By understanding the scale of the problem, we can all take steps to reduce waste and adopt greener practices to protect our planet. So, we’re dedicating this blog to sharing easy and effective ways you can rescue your waste from ending up in landfill.

TikTok is a social media platform where users create, share, and discover short videos, typically lasting from 15 seconds to a few minutes. In this blog, we’ll take a closer look at the app and explore the factors behind its immense popularity as well as its potential dangers.

For several years I had promised my children that would set up a garage stall to sell their old clothes and toys. The plans each year became more elaborate with their desire to sell home made lemonade, cupcakes and even do some face painting. Unfortunately (fortunately!), we ended up donating our old items to friends before we were able to run the stall, so when school were looking for volunteers to run stalls at the summer fayre, I entered the kids in.

In today’s fast-paced world, feeling overwhelmed or stressed has become a common experience for many of us. Whether it’s the pressure of work, personal challenges, or simply trying to keep up with daily responsibilities, finding ways to calm down and regain a sense of stability is essential for both our mental and physical well-being.

Carlie Marshall, an experienced and passionate counsellor, is our ‘Someone to Talk To’ mental health campaign manager. In this interview, she shares insights from her past experiences working with both children and adults and explains what led her to join the ‘Someone to Talk To’ campaign at Little Lives UK.

As the cost-of-living crisis continues to bite, many parents are looking for new budget-friendly ways to support their children. It’s estimated that 1 in 5 households with children are in serious financial difficulties and are three times more likely to fall behind on bills. To help you keep your costs down whist still enjoying quality time with your family, we have created this guide.

Autism Spectrum Disorder is a developmental condition that can present differently in boys and girls. Although both boys and girls can display a wide range of symptoms, from subtle to severe, boys are more commonly diagnosed with autism. This is often because their symptoms tend to align more closely with the “classic” presentation of autism.

Autism is a neurological and developmental disorder that affects how people interact and communicate with others. Although it can be diagnosed at any age, symptoms typically become noticeable from the age of two. Symptoms often appear differently in girls compared to boys, but due to the lack of research on girls, they often get unrecognised. It has been estimated that boys are 4 times more likely to be identified as being autistic.

Starting primary school can feel overwhelming for you as well as your child. It is a big transition in your lives, your child leaving the nest, and feeling anxious about it is very common. However, as children often reflect their parents’ emotions, it’s good to stay calm and confident so they’re likely to feel the same. So, to help ease your concerns and guide you and your child smoothly through this change, we’ve assembled five useful tips in this blog.