How do I talk to my children about alcohol?

Or rather, how do I talk to them about the problem with alcohol? The joy and the pain that it can elicit is hard to explain

Our health system is failing new mothers

Maggie Gordon-Walker: Postnatal depression is serious. A mother's mental health following a birth is as important as physical health beforehand, but NHS services are inadequate

I have struggled with depression and anxiety – it doesn’t have to be the end

Ariane Sherine: A former boyfriend attacked me nine years ago, destroying my mental health – but I am no longer ashamed. I want people to know life can get better

Infant hospital visits down as fewer women smoke while pregnant

Australian medical study finds a 10.5% drop in the number of infants under a year old being re-admitted to hospital

Marriage in recovery: A text from an old friend who thinks I’m single

But how should I reply? The truth is, I miss doing bad things

Home-birthing pools recalled after baby falls ill with legionnaires’ disease

NHS and Public Health England ban certain types of heated pool and question suppliers over safety precautions

Marriage in recovery: R is grumpy but apologises for it – progress

When R's behaviour was so unpleasant I wanted to scoop the children up and run away. I wouldn't tolerate such sore days now

When should I start taking my child to the dentist?

Many parents just don't bother, according to a new survey. Are they in danger of ruining their kids' teeth?

I still feel guilty about my children’s upbringing

I have a fractious relationship with my daughter – it's seldom been peaceful but is currently aflame