There are many ways you can offer practical help to the recently bereaved including what not to say

It can be hard to see your mum or dad with someone new following a divorce or bereavement, but it’s important to be open-minded

From saving up pocket money when they are young to the heady day they receive a student loan, it is important that they have a grasp of finance

Listen to them, look after yourself, and make sure they are seeking professional help

Let them know you’re there for them, no matter what, and don’t badmouth your son-in-law or daughter-in-law, however tempting

Let children know dyslexia doesn’t mean they’re less intelligent, and help them find out which reading genre they prefer

Britain doesn’t want to see so much of its EU friends and doesn’t want them to come for sleepovers. It will, though, remain between France and Ireland

Sleeping alone from time to time to avoid snoring, a young child in your bed and duvet hogging is a total luxury

Careful research, winter visits, befriending locals and being adaptable are all vital when moving to a remote, beautiful location

From planning how to say goodbye and thinking about the disposal to creating a memory book

Give up altogether – or go for it, head for the great outdoors, and set off fireworks

Tips to steer you through the minefield of etiquette: curb your photos and tweets – or maybe just put your phone away

Make sure everyone’s happy, watch out for laughter at others’ expense, and above all enjoy your quirks and eccentricities

Don’t get involved in gossip, no matter how tempting, make sure your children are polite at their friends’ houses, and be selective about when you socialise

Do you tell your partner you appreciate them? Are you having enough sex? Here’s how to gauge the health of your relationship

Be honest with yourself about why you dislike them, try to befriend them. And never let your child know you feel that way

The basics of keeping babies healthy are simple: keep them safe, wipe their bottoms and fill their tummies. And don’t forget your afternoon nap

Get dressed, keep your work separate from family mess and never thank anyone for doing a chore

Transparency and realism are required, particularly when a child starts school or one of you retires. And don’t put off opening your post!

From knowing that you have to wait for love to come and keeping things familiar for your child to dealing with insensitive questions