Paul Morgan-Bentley, Head of Investigations at The Times and Dad to two year-old Solly, is an expert in in-depth reporting and undercover work. Recognized for his outstanding work in campaigning journalism, he recently won The Cudlipp Award at the National Press Awards and is one of the most frequently shortlisted writers for the British Journalism Awards. His latest book, The Equal Parent, explores how gender stereotypes impact parenting. Calling for a ‘childcare revolution’, Paul questions the expectations that we place on fathers and their roles within the family unit. We caught up with him ..read more

Interviewees: Sara Gamay & Victoria Otamiri, Co-Founders of Savy Wellness, a vitamin brand with the mission to help moms thrive by positively impacting their health through simple and effective supplements. Every day, we speak with parents who are plagued with issues when it comes to childcare – it isn’t flexible enough, it’s unreliable, it’s too expensive. The reality is that for many parents, finding and organising childcare feels like a mammoth task. This becomes even more complicated when you add running a business to the mix, and what was already a major challenge, suddenly becomes bo ..read more

At a recent Bubble working parent club event, Vese Aghogovbia, Founder of Philly and Friends spoke to us about introducing diversity into the home to be intentional about raising actively inclusive kids. At Bubble, we host working parent club events every month. Find out more about how to sign up. Here are some very practical steps that you can take to ensure you are introducing diversity into your home and raising actively inclusive kids.   Taking a moment to reflect   So what I want us to do is just reflect. I do not come from a place of condemnation, never because we are ..read more

Motherhood can really take its toll on your body – whether that’s with swollen ankles and aching joints during pregnancy, or sore muscles and frayed nerves long after.  A well-timed massage is a fast and easy way to alleviate your physical aches and pains, as well as the stress and anxiety that comes with being a parent.  We spoke to our friends at on-demand massage app Urban to get their tips on the different massage styles that will get you through pregnancy and beyond. They have a whole pregnancy category with a range of prenatal and postnatal treatments tailored to you. Among all ..read more

Are you thinking of becoming a nanny? You’ve come to the right place! Being a nanny is a hugely rewarding career path that allows you to have a real impact on a child’s development. We know it can be a little bit daunting starting on your nannying journey – so we’ve put together this comprehensive guide to give you all the information you need to get going and decide if a nannying role is for you. What is a Nanny? Nannies work inside a family’s home to offer childcare to one or more children. Nannies work with children of all ages – from babies to school-goers. Some nannies will live in the fa ..read more

Are you thinking of becoming a nanny? You’ve come to the right place! Being a nanny is a hugely rewarding career path that allows you to have a real impact on a child’s development. We know it can be a little bit daunting starting on your nannying journey – so we’ve put together this comprehensive guide to give you all the information you need to get going and decide if a nannying role is for you. What is a Nanny? Nannies work inside a family’s home to offer childcare to one or more children. Nannies work with children of all ages – from babies to school-goers. Some nannies will live in the fa ..read more

By Cat Ivison, Financial Coach   The start of the year is a time we often decide we need to be on top of our money, or as I call it, getting money confident. Standard Life found only 52% of UK women felt money confident and 65% felt worried about their money. It’s even more challenging for parents. We all know life changes when we become parents. So let’s do something we’ve always been taught not to do, let’s talk about money.  When I went back to work in 2014 my baby was one, I’d not earned income for 9 months and my nursery fees, for 1 child 10 years ago, were £2,000 per month. Tha ..read more

Being a nanny is a truly rewarding job. It’s an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and their families, and comes with plenty of feel-good factor. It’s also a really varied industry with a few different options about how you work. Here, we’ll outline the different types of nanny roles to help you make your decision on what’s best for you. Full-time & part-time nannies Full-time nannies are employed for between 40-60 hours a week, typically for families who need childcare on four or more days, whereas part-time nannies usually provide care for less than 40 hours per we ..read more

Understanding your employment status as a nanny can be confusing at times. Do you know if you are classed as an employee or self-employed? Are you entitled to certain employee benefits? This article will provide clarity on these questions and help you understand your rights, duties, and responsibilities in the UK.  Employee or Self-Employed?  In the UK, the majority of nannies would typically be classed as employees or ‘workers’, and this will be the case if we find you a permanent role via our agency.  You’ll be considered a ‘worker’ if: You have a contract or other arrangemen ..read more

Half-term childcare   With another half-term fast approaching, parents with school aged children are faced with the dilemma of what to do about half- term childcare. With schools closed, parents need to find ways to keep their children entertained and engaged while they are at work.  Half-term childcare can be tricky for working parents for several reasons. One of the main challenges is finding a suitable option that aligns with the working schedule. Many parents may need childcare for extended hours during the school holidays, which can be difficult to find.  Working parents ma ..read more