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Mental wellbeing tips for parents
We know this is a difficult time for everyone.
Every Mind Matters has tips and practical advice to help parents look after their children's and their own mental health while the family is staying at home.
Stay healthy
A little lunchbox inspiration
See our easy, varied recipes to make up a delicious lunchbox, plus loads of great tips and ideas to help keep things simple and stress-free.
Fun games to get kids moving
Inspired by everyone's Disney and Pixar film favourites, our 10 Minute Shake Up games are fun for all the family – and a great way to stay active, indoors or out!
Explore more ideas
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Keep an eye on your vitamin D
It's that time of year when we cannot make vitamin D from sunshine.
To keep bones and muscles healthy, it's best to take a vitamin D supplement every day between October and early March. This is especially important because many of us have been indoors more than usual this spring and summer.
You can get vitamin D from most pharmacies, as well as supermarkets and other retailers. Just 10 micrograms a day is all you need – it's the same for kids and grown-ups.
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Remember to wash your hands
Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds whenever you get in from outside and before you eat.
If you cannot wash your hands, use hand sanitiser instead. Do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth if your hands are not clean.
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Find tasty recipes with our free app
Our Smart Recipes app has 160 quick, easy and tasty recipes and step-by-step videos, so you're bound to find something the whole family will love.
