All news by author: Courtney Pochin

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School expert shares 'code word' mistake mums and dads make at parents' evening
An education expert has shared his top tips for mums and dads attending parents' evenings along with tips to avoid making the most common blunders
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Workplace psychologist explains how your boss could actually be making you ill
An organisational psychologist has explained how your job could be making you unwell and claims your relationship with your boss is one of the biggest factors
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Chef explains clever trick to cook perfectly al dente pasta every single time
A top pasta chef has shared a quick and easy way to tell if your pasta is perfectly al dente and cooked the way the Italians like it best and a mistake to avoid
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Psychologist warns of telltale signs that something is 'wrong' with your child
A child psychologist who specialises in stress has shared some of the telltale warning signs parents should look out for that may suggest something is wrong
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'I'm considering changing my son's name - my mother thinks it sounds demonic'
A mum has been left feeling 'self-conscious' after her mother and others in her local area had a negative reaction to her unborn child's name as they think it sounds 'demonic'
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Mum livid over 'out of order' text - but many say she's being 'unreasonable'
A mum has shared her upset after receiving a text message from a fellow mum about her partner which she feels was 'out of order' however, many think she's overreacting
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Mortified mum 'never wants to see neighbours again' after they 'invade' bedroom
A mum has been left gobsmacked after returning from a holiday only to find that her neighbours had secretly been in her house and given her bedroom a 'makeover' while she was away
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Chef shares 'game-changing' batter trick to make best toad-in-the-hole ever
A top chef has shared his trick for making batter for pancakes and Yorkshire Puddings and he claims it's a 'game-changer' when you're whipping up a toad-in-the-hole
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'I've found the perfect name for my daughter - but people say it's too frumpy'
A mum-to-be has shared the name she's planning to give her unborn daughter and some of the possible middle name combinations - but she wasn't expecting the reaction it received
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Restaurant expert explains what to do if you don't like the drink you've ordered
A wine expert has shared his top tips for ordering drinks at a restaurant, explaining what to do if you're offered a chance to try the beverage first, and what to do if you don't like it
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Sleep expert explains why clock change will be 'miracle' for struggling parents
A child sleep expert has claimed that the clocks going forward this weekend will be the 'miracle' many parents have been searching for if they're struggling with bedtimes
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Child psychologist issues warning about worst things parents say to their kids
A child psychologist has warned parents never to try and tell their children how to feel, as it's one of the biggest mistakes they can make, and explained what they should say instead
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Winning ticket alone isn't enough to prove you've won big on the lottery
A Lottery expert has shared what happens when a Lotto winner gets in touch to claim their prize - just in case our numbers don't come up and we don't find out for ourselves
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Taylor Swift's full setlist for The Eras Tour - and it's bound to divide fans
Taylor Swift is back on tour once again, kicking off The Eras Tour in Glendale, Arizona where she performed a number of her greatest hits as well as newer tracks to thousands of fans
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Taylor Swift's Eras Tour proves marvellous things come to those who wait
It's been five years since Taylor Swift was last on tour, but the opening night of her new Era's Tour in Glendale, Arizona, showed fans that it was certainly worth the wait
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Sleep expert debunks biggest bedtime myth about kids waking up early in morning
A gentle sleep coach has shared the biggest mistake parents make with their young children when they start waking up earlier in the morning as many wrongly assume it's because they aren't tired
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Mum shares her family's 'bag of no' birthday present tradition - and it's genius
A parent has gone viral on social media after sharing a look at the rather unique birthday tradition she and her family do each year, which they call the 'bag of no'
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'I refused to swap seats on plane so mum could be with toddler - not my problem'
A plane passenger has criticised the 'audacity' of a woman on a flight who wanted them to swap seats so she could sit with her toddler - but she didn't ask anyone else to move
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Woman mortified as Etsy customer spots awkward blunder on wooden wall hanging
A woman who makes rustic signs has gone viral after sharing the most embarrassing review she has ever received on Etsy, as a customer spotted an unfortunate feature on her work
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'I used to hide my period during Ramadan but I refuse to feel shame any longer'
A young woman has shared some of the challenges Muslim women face when menstruating during Ramadan and how she wishes the taboo around periods would end
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Cleaning guru explains vacuum tip for mattress that could help you sleep better
An expert has explained the link between cleaning your bedroom and the quality of sleep and claims that vacuuming your mattress could be the key to getting a better night's kip
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Psychologist explains behaviour misconception parents have that 'winds him up'
A child psychologist has shared the most common misconception parents have around their children's behaviour that 'really winds him up' whenever someone mentions it
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Decorator warns of 'forgotten' parts of your home that need cleaning immediately
A decorating specialist has shared a look at some of the most commonly forgotten parts of the home that people don't clean - including their wallpaper and mattresses
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Clothing expert busts major cleaning 'myth' for jeans that doesn't kill bacteria
A clothing expert has shared their top tips for washing jeans and the mistakes people make - she also debugged a common misconception around putting jeans in the freezer
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Gynaecologist shares subtle ovarian cancer symptoms you should never ignore
To mark Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month a doctor has shared some of the subtle symptoms of the disease that many women might not know about but should be aware of