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In a story shared on his official Instagram account, Sheikh Hamdan posted a birth card revealing that he and his wife have named their newborn daughter Hind bint Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum.

As Sheikh Hamdan names fourth child Hind, here's what it means

LifestyleMarch 23, 2025

Amari Bacchus as Adam Bascombe, left, and Ashley Walters as his father, DI Luke Bascome, in Adolescence. Photo: Netflix

As a mother of three boys, here's what I learned from Netflix's Adolescence

Film & TVMarch 21, 2025

Mother-of-three Emma de Lautour and her husband Iannis Mardell legalised temporary guardians for their children in 2021. Photo: Emma de Lautour

Why temporary guardianship is essential for parents in the UAE

LifestyleMarch 19, 2025

Owen Cooper as Jamie Miller in Adolescence. Photo: Netflix

Netflix hit Adolescence puts spotlight on incel culture

Pop CultureMarch 16, 2025

These are the most common mistakes teachers see when parents help children with homework. Getty Images

How much should parents help with their children’s homework?

LifestyleMarch 12, 2025

Rough-and-tumble play such as mock wrestling can help children understand concepts such as risk-taking and establishing boundaries. Getty Images

What is rough play, and why are modern-day parents so afraid of it?

LifestyleNovember 18, 2024

A teacher plays with children at a nursery in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire. There is a downside of allowing only one perspective to define an entire culture. AFP

Children need stories that reflect their identities

CommentOctober 18, 2024

Children often form a strong bond and connection while sharing a room, though prioritise privacy as they grow older, say experts. Getty Images

Experts reveal benefits and drawbacks of siblings sharing a bedroom

LifestyleOctober 13, 2024

Liz Chrastil, a neuroscientist with the University of California, Irvine, holds her newborn son in May 2020. Liz Chrastil via AP

Mum brain isn't just a pop culture term

CommentSeptember 27, 2024

A tremendous amount of stamina is required to function on but a few hours of sleep after having a child. Panna Munyal / The National

Being an older mum at 40 is exhausting - but empowering

LifestyleSeptember 20, 2024

The Play:Date app allows parents to create profiles for their kids and find like-minded friends. Photo: Play:Date

Seven apps for parents to manage play dates, pocket money and more

LifestyleAugust 25, 2024

Experts say it's natural for children to be nervous about a new term, which can manifest in symptoms such as poor sleep, stomach ache or headaches. Razan Alzayani / The National

Back-to-school anxiety: How parents can ease first-day nerves

WellbeingAugust 23, 2024

Sneha May Francis with her husband Markos Abraham and son Rafael Francis Abraham. Sneha May Francis / The National

I didn’t take my husband’s last name – but gave my son mine

LifestyleAugust 02, 2024

Studies suggest most children are aware their imaginary friends are not real. Getty Images / Image Source

Imaginary friends: Harmless creativity or cause for concern?

WellbeingJuly 30, 2024

The guidelines will ensure early diagnosis of genetic diseases, as well as metabolic and endocrine disorders. Getty Images

New guidelines announced on health screenings for newborns in UAE

UAEJuly 26, 2024

Aarti Nagraj's husband with their daughter. Aarti Nagraj / The National

My husband is a stay-at-home dad - why does that still raise eyebrows?

LifestyleJuly 19, 2024

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