Care

Help with childcare costs - how many hours to work?

Can you claim if you don't work 16 hours a week? If you're a lone parent If you're a single parent you must work 16 hours or more a week to claim help with childcare costs.

Nannies

Nannies look after your children in your own home and are a popular choice for parents of babies and toddlers, although they can look after children of any age. Nannies don't have to be registered and aren't subject to legal requirements, so it's up to you as a parent to make sure you choose wisely and act responsibly as an employer.

Potty training

The 'right' time to potty train depends on the child. Here's how to tell when your child is ready and how to take the best steps to dry days...and then dry nights.