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‘No fussy eating, strict bedtimes - my French parenting rules’

‘Adopt what you like and leave the rest’, says Columnist Cynthia Spillman as she points out some differences of bringing up children in France

France announces more time off work for new parents

Expected to come into force from 2025, the new system will aim to share leave between parents and improve statutory pay

Research in France shows having a baby does change your brain

Studies also found that ‘mommy brain’ is a misnomer as a dad’s cognitive performance is also impacted in the days and weeks after birth

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France rolls out ‘1,000 day’ centres for parents and young children

The centres will cover conception to two years old with part of the focus on positive parenting techniques

How to get involved in your child’s education in France

You do not need an in-depth knowledge of the French system to play an active role. We speak to foreign parents who put themselves forward

France to give ‘baby box’ of essential items to new parents

A baby sleeping bag, soap and moisturising cream for the mother will be included as well as a scrapbook to encourage artistic activities even from a young age

French baby named ‘Canard’ is heir to tragic but proud family history

The name, which translates as ‘duck’, initially attracted criticism and scepticism but the baby’s grandfather has now revealed the true meaning

What are the risks for families in France taking term-time holidays?

There can be consequences for taking children out of school if you want to set off early on holiday to avoid the rush and peak season

Paternity leave in France is set to double

News that paternity leave in France is to double to 28 days – and will, in part, be obligatory – has delighted parents’ groups but there are still inequalities to iron out, says one association.

France Paternity leave: new fathers to get double time

A proposal to double paternity leave from 14 days to a month is to be debated this autumn.

'UK forced adoption punishes parents for no reason'

‘Punishing people for crime they have not committed is wrong’, campaigner insists

France outlaws all child smacking

France has become the 56th country worldwide to outlaw smacking and other similar forms of violence towards children, after a unanimous parliament vote.

Union blasts French plan for parents of violent kids

Proposals to financially penalise the parents of violent children have been criticised after an education union leader said the plans were “not appropriate”.

Are we making a mountain out of parental equality?

As France debates extending paternity leave, Nick Inman ponders equality rights

Starting early is a good idea

Compulsory schooling from age 3

Parenting

‘No fussy eating, strict bedtimes - my French parenting rules’

France announces more time off work for new parents

Research in France shows having a baby does change your brain

France rolls out ‘1,000 day’ centres for parents and young children

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TGV’s urgent stop system prevents catastrophe in France after driver jumps from cab

French officials consider ideas to help second-home owners

French visas, EU citizenship case, pension contacts: Updates in brief

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VAT, small firms, workers, education: Changes in France in 2025

Famous people whose English names are funny in French

Films and series to watch to improve your French in the New Year

How to get involved in your child’s education in France

France to give ‘baby box’ of essential items to new parents

French baby named ‘Canard’ is heir to tragic but proud family history

What are the risks for families in France taking term-time holidays?

Paternity leave in France is set to double

France Paternity leave: new fathers to get double time

'UK forced adoption punishes parents for no reason'

France outlaws all child smacking

Union blasts French plan for parents of violent kids

Are we making a mountain out of parental equality?

Smacking should be banned in France, says law head

New logo in France for infant-suitable food and drink

French parents shield kids from sun more than own skin

Starting early is a good idea

School week worked well before change

Birth rate drop hints at ‘problematic mindset change’

Positive parenting: the new ‘revolution’ is here

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