The news is out about this year's Strictly contestants and young fans – and their mums – all over the UK will be jumping for joy to see that Dr Ranj is amongst them. Harriet is delighted.

Book your stay at the CBeebies Land Hotel at Alton Towers before Sunday 2 September, 2018 and the Kids Play FREE! Your family also get their 2nd Day FREE on fantabulous summer packages jam-packed with entertainment.

Anne Coates tries out My Perfect Facial from My Perfect Cosmetics Company. What did she think?

Soundiculous is the perfect family game to take on holiday, writes Anne Coates

For mother of two, Jenny Sneyd, the Britax DUALFIX M i-SIZE has proved to be the perfect car seat.

Jenny Sneyd reviews Cyril and Pat by Emily Gravett and published by Two Hoots. A great introduction to the complexities of friendship for preschoolers.

Hannah Parsons, solicitor at DAS Law explains your rights when it comes to summer holiday clubs…

Amazon and Public Health England have today released the top 10 most common questions mums ask Alexa when it comes to breastfeeding troubles, in time for World Breastfeeding Week (1 to 7 August).

The few weeks in the summer before starting school are an important time to prepare your child for school, writes Anne Coates.

On a recent visit to Paris, Harriet and Anne Coates stayed at the Normandy Hotel right in the heart of Paris. Perfect for sightseeing but how did it rate as a child-friendly hotel?

Soft and light, buttery brioche is a classic French bread. This one is golden and rich, with fruity conserve and a pinch of sea salt. Delicious and easy to pull apart, it's best enjoyed with extra conserve, crème fraîche and friends.

Win Dancers in the Wind and Death's Silent Judgement the first two Hannah Weybridge thrillers by Anne Coates on Audible.