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Parenting Across Scotland

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Parenting Across Scotland is a network of charities focussing on issues affecting parents in Scotland. By supporting families we support children. linktr.ee/parentingacrossscotland

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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Next week our Open Kindergarten Learning Programme delivered by Children in Scotland and Midlothian Sure Start starts! Join the free information session on Tuesday to hear about the Open Kindergarten approach! Register here: childreninscotland.org.uk/event/ok-inf...
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OK Info session 1 | Events & Training | Children in Scotland
Join OK Info session 1 - part of Children in Scotland’s training and events programme for professionals supporting children, young people and families.
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Children in Scotland @childreninscotland.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Our fully-funded #OpenKindergarten training for early years professionals has landed 🌿 Delivered in partnership with Midlothian Sure Start and @parentingscotland.bsky.social Find out more: childreninscotland.org.uk/project/open...
Infographic titled “Five key benefits of the Open Kindergarten model.” The graphic highlights five benefits: (1) free and accessible support for all families without referral, helping reduce stigma; (2) parent and child-led sessions tailored to attendees; (3) improved early parents’ mental health through peer support, reduced isolation, and community connections; (4) low-cost early intervention for children and families; and (5) skilled practitioners creating a warm, supportive environment. The design includes blue icons, an illustration of adults and children in the centre, and the Open Kindergarten logo at the bottom right.
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Back by popular demand! Join us alongside Police Scotland and Education Scotland for two sessions on Wednesday 23 September all about how to keep our children and young people safe online. Sign up here:https://www.eventbrite.com/o/parenting-across-scotland-104353157341?aff=ebdsshcopyurl
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Cyrenians Scottish Centre for Conflict Resolution @sccrcentre.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
One year on from the first House Of Hormones event, Amy Woodhouse of @parentingscotland.bsky.social blogs on the origin story of House of Hormones, which explores what happens when puberty and perimenopause collide under one roof. Read more: www.scottishconflictresolution.org.uk/about/blog/h...
A photograph of a large audience seated in rows facing a presentation screen in a bright conference venue with a wooden ceiling and high windows. The screen displays the House of Hormones event logo alongside the logos of Edinburgh Fringe, Workplace Menopause Support, SCCR and Parenting Across Scotland. Overlaid text reads: “Happy Birthday, House of Hormones” and “Parenting Across Scotland’s CEO Amy Woodhouse of Parenting Across Scotland on House of Hormones’s first year.” Along the bottom of the image are the logos for Parenting Across Scotland, SCCR, Cyrenians and Workplace Menopause Support on a teal background.
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Happy #PlayDay2026! At PAS, we know the importance of having free time to play and explore new things. We are big supporters of the right to play, particularly through our work in increasing children and young people's access to hobbies. #PlayEverywhere
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Enquire | Reach @enquirereachasl.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
NEW WEBINAR: Settling in to School in Scotland Sign up to attend this free session to hear more about what additional support needs are, how to access support and what to do if your child isn't getting the support they need. Find out more and book: events.humanitix.com/settling-in-... #ASN #ASL
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Settling in to school in Scotland
Helping parents and carers understand the school system in Scotland, including your child’s right to support for learning if they need it.
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One Parent Families Scotland @opfs.org.uk · 06/07/2026
🎉 Child Maintenance Explained is live! Developed with parents and partner organisations, the new website provides clear, independent information to help families understand their child maintenance options and navigate the system. 🔗 www.childmaintenanceexplained.org.uk
Chlid Maintenance Explained is live.
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
In our latest guest blog, Molly Rosenbaum from The Lines Between reflects on the changes in parent and carers needs represented in research over the last three years as highlighted in our Parenting Evidence Reviews. Read the blog here: www.parentingacrossscotland.org/news-views/p...
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Dads Rock @dadsrockorg.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
On Thursday 27th August at 10:00 AM, parents and allies across Scotland are "downing tools" for a couple of hours to demand flexible working by default and 6 weeks of paid paternity leave. Events in Edinburgh and Glasgow - sign up and join us: www.parentstrike.org
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Families Outside @familiesoutside.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
You don't have to face imprisonment alone. Our free, confidential Helpline offers practical information and emotional support to anyone affected by imprisonment in Scotland. Phone: 0800 254 0088 Email: support@familiesoutside.org.uk Find out more: ow.ly/YhL350ZlwvF
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Together (Scottish Alliance for Children's Rights) @together-sacr.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
💡 Read our member @sharedparentsco.bsky.social article 📣 What Scotland can learn from Nordic countries about children’s rights after separation Register here and read more ➡️ www.sharedparenting.scot/what-scotlan...
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What Scotland can learn from Nordic countries about children's rights after separation - Shared Parenting Scotland
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Cyrenians Scottish Centre for Conflict Resolution @sccrcentre.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
A week in the sun is time to chill out, not ramp up the tension. Family holidays can, however, be stressful. In our latest blog, we share steps you can take before and during your time away to make sure the family makes the most of their trip. www.scottishconflictresolution.org.uk/about/blog/p...
Promotional graphic showing two people facing each other on a sandy beach beside the sea, leaning forward as if in an argument. Overlaid text reads: “SCCR’s latest blog is about how to avoid family conflict while on summer holiday.” SCCR (Scottish Centre for Conflict Resolution) and Cyrenians logos appear at the bottom on a teal banner.
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
🚨 Parents, carers & families across Scotland – your voice matters! 🎠 The Scottish Government is reviewing local play parks and needs your input. 📋 Fill out the short survey here: forms.microsoft.com/e/FFXdjuSLfD @playscotland.bsky.social #PlayScotland
A cartoon image of a young child on a swing with a parent pushing them. Beneath the image text reads 'The Scottish Government want to know about your local play park!'
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Following recent outbreaks of meningitis in the UK, the MenB vaccine is being offered to some older teenagers and students under 25 who are at higher risk. To find out if you, your young person or someone you know, is eligible for the free vaccine visit nhsinform.scot/menb-youngpeople #MenBVaccine
Image say 'New people. New places. New protection.' It also has a logo for the MenB vaccine and logos for Public Health Scotland, Healthier Scotland and NHS Scotland
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Play Scotland @playscotland.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
🤔 What's the best thing about your local park? 🧸 Help shape the future of play spaces across Scotland. 🕖 It only takes 7 minutes 👉 forms.office.com/e/FFXdjuSLfD
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Children in Scotland @childreninscotland.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
🗞️Sector news New research commissioned by Parenting Across Scotland highlights the key challenges facing parents and carers in Scotland — including poverty, health & wellbeing, childcare & early years, and access to hobbies. @parentingscotland.bsky.social Read more: bit.ly/4v6Umhe
A photograph of a child filing a piece of paper into a filing box has a transparent green filter over it. White text is overlayed on the image and reads: NEWS: Poverty remains a 'persistent challenge' for families, new research finds
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Flexible Childcare Services @flexiblechildcare.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Another fantastic report from @parentingscotland.bsky.social deep diving into the key challenges facing Scottish parents. Unsurprisingly the lack of affordable and #flexiblechildcare remains one of the greatest barriers for parents trying to get back to work or education. Read now 👇
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Come join the Open Kindergarten team as a Training and Development Officer as part of phase 4! More details here: goodmoves.org/vacancy/a4sP...
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Training & Development Officer - Open Kindergarten with Midlothian Sure Start – Goodmoves
Midlothian Sure Start is a dynamic, award winning third sector organisation. It offers a quality support service to families with children up to age 12 across Midlothian. Midlothian Sure Start ...
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
We are delighted to share the final report by The Lines Between which draws on research from over 20,000 parents and carers across at least 31 local authorities in Scotland 2025-26. Access the report here: www.parentingacrossscotland.org/media/1761/pas-literature-review_2025-26.pdf
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
One week to go!! Email us at info@parentingacrossscotland.org to sign up!
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
SAVE THE DATE! Join us for the release of our commissioned research report by The Lines Between which draws together research on the lived experience of >20,000 parents in Scotland from 2025-26. Thursday 18 June 2026 10-11am To sign up, email info@parentingacrossscotland.org
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
SAVE THE DATE! Join us for the release of our commissioned research report by The Lines Between which draws together research on the lived experience of >20,000 parents in Scotland from 2025-26. Thursday 18 June 2026 10-11am To sign up, email info@parentingacrossscotland.org
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Have you heard the term ‘UNCRC’ and wonder what it all means for your children and your family? Join us alongside @together-sacr.bsky.social on Wed 3 June where we will help demystify children’s rights and build your confidence in talking about them Sign up here: www.eventbrite.com/e/a-parents-...
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Have you heard the term ‘UNCRC’ and wonder what it all means for your children and your family? Join us alongside @together-sacr.bsky.social on Wed 3 June where we will help demystify children’s rights and build your confidence in talking about them Sign up here: www.eventbrite.com/e/a-parents-...
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One Parent Families Scotland @opfs.org.uk · 19/05/2026
Happening this week 👇 Join our webinar to hear how co-designed employment pathways are supporting single parents into long-term, well-paid jobs. #InclusiveEmployment #Webinar 📅 21 May 2026 | 10am–11am 🎟️ Book your place today bit.ly/3PBehpJ
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Cyrenians Scottish Centre for Conflict Resolution @sccrcentre.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
After a successful run of shows, House of Hormones returns for a free extended version of their talk online to mark Mental Health Awareness Week! Join Menopause Workplace Support, @parentingscotland.bsky.social and us, Thu 14 May, 5:30pm. 👉 Book your place here: www.eventbrite.com/e/house-of-h...
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House of Hormones
A webinar for anyone who wishes to learn more about what happens when perimenopause and puberty clash in households and how to restore peace
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
Have you heard the term ‘UNCRC’ and wonder what it all means for your children and your family? Join us alongside @together-sacr.bsky.social on Wed 3 June where we will help demystify children’s rights and build your confidence in talking about them Sign up here: www.eventbrite.com/e/a-parents-...
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Calling all parents and carers, join us for another House of Hormones session to explore what happens to our bodies when we go through puberty and perimenopause, how this can affect households, and how to help restore peace. Book here: www.eventbrite.com/e/house-of-h... @sccrcentre.bsky.social
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
New report: Phase 3 Evaluation of Open Kindergarten, funded by the Scottish Government's Whole Family Wellbeing Fund. Read the report here: www.parentingacrossscotland.org/media/1757/o... @childreninscotland.bsky.social Midlothian Sure Start The Open University
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Calling all parents and carers, join us for another House of Hormones session to explore what happens to our bodies when we go through puberty and perimenopause, how this can affect households, and how to help restore peace. Book here: www.eventbrite.com/e/house-of-h... @sccrcentre.bsky.social
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Child Poverty Action Group @cpaguk.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
Today is a good day for children! 450,000 will be lifted out of poverty thanks to the end of the two-child limit. We're celebrating this along with 17 other orgs with an advert in The Times. The advert has been funded by hundreds of small donations from people supporting @38degrees.bsky.social.
Illustration of people looking at balloons and a sign saying 450,000 children lifted out of poverty.
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
We are delighted to launch our new strategic plan for 2026-31! The plan sets out our direction of travel over the next five years, including new organisational values, and an updated vision. View the strategic plan here: www.parentingacrossscotland.org/media/1754/p...
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Scottish Refugee Council @scotrefugeecouncil.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
⚠️ We have joined a group of over 30 organisations in warning against Home Office proposals that include using force against children - even placing them in handcuffs. Read more: scottishrefugeecouncil.org.uk/asylum-refug...
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Organisations warn against proposals to use force against children  - Scottish Refugee Council
Along with more than 30 organisations, we have released a joint statement condemning proposals that could...
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Back by popular demand! Join us, SCCR and Workplace Menopause Support for Mental Health Awareness Week to explore what happens to our bodies when we go through puberty and perimenopause, how this can affect households, and how to help restore peace. Book: www.eventbrite.com/e/house-of-h...
Poster titled “House of Hormones” featuring a screaming face in black and white on an orange background. Text reads: “What happens when puberty and perimenopause clash? Thursday 14 May | 5:30–7pm | Online | FREE. Back by popular demand.” Includes logos for Workplace Menopause Support, Scottish Centre for Conflict Resolution (SCCR), and Parenting Across Scotland.
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
Last Summer we spoke to parents/carers about hobbies. We heard how their children can be excluded or discouraged from participating in hobbies due to lacking ASN support and venue limitations. Read the report here: www.parentingacrossscotland.org/media/1746/pas_hobbies-report_january-2026_final.pdf
The image includes the text '“We must make it more normal to include and make adaptations. A lack of a ramp shouldn’t exclude a child. But many halls etc are not accessible.” (Survey respondent)'. Underneath is an image of Parenting Across Scotland's hobbies report.
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
We're proud to be a member of the coalition of charities launching its #ManifestoForBabiesInScotland. We urge all candidates standing in the upcoming Holyrood election to consider how their policies support babies. @parentinfantfdn.bsky.social Read: tinyurl.com/speakupforbabiesScotland
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Manifesto for Babies in Scotland
The challenge we face - more than one in ten babies in the UK today are living in fear, confusion and distress. That’s more than 9,000 babies in Scotland.
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
The Scottish Women's Budget Group 2026 Survey is now live! The SWBG’s survey researches women’s finances and caring responsibilities across Scotland. It only takes 10 minutes so please take part if you can: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/7LPU68 @swbg.bsky.social
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Scottish Women's Budget Group Women's Survey 2026
Please take the time to complete our survey. Your feedback is important.
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
📣New guest blog from One Parent Families Scotland, @opfs.org.uk Read about the experience of one single parent working to change the child maintenance system to better support parents & families www.parentingacrossscotland.org/news-views/posts/a-single-parent-s-voice-in-child-maintenance-reform/
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
Join us, alongside Education Scotland and Police Scotland on Wednesday 25 February from 5:30-6:30pm to hear all about how we can help keep ourselves and our children and young people safe online. Sign up here: www.eventbrite.com/e/cyber-scot... #cyber #onlinesafety #children #youngpeople
The image title reads 'keeping children safe online' alongside a QR code to sign up to the event and the logos for Police Scotland, Education Scotland and Parenting Across Scotland. Beneath it reads 'Wednesday 25 February 2026, 5:30-6:30pm, online (zoom)'
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
1 WEEK TO GO! Book your place here: scvo.scot/the-gatherin...
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
Join us at the #SCVOGathering on Tuesday 10 February alongside @sccrcentre.bsky.social and Workplace Menopause Support where we’ll break down what’s going on in perimenopausal and teenage bodies and brains – and how to return the House of Hormones to peace. Sign up: scvo.scot/the-gatherin...
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
Join us, alongside Education Scotland and Police Scotland on Wednesday 25 February from 5:30-6:30pm to hear all about how we can help keep ourselves and our children and young people safe online. Sign up here: www.eventbrite.com/e/cyber-scot... #cyber #onlinesafety #children #youngpeople
The image title reads 'keeping children safe online' alongside a QR code to sign up to the event and the logos for Police Scotland, Education Scotland and Parenting Across Scotland. Beneath it reads 'Wednesday 25 February 2026, 5:30-6:30pm, online (zoom)'
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
One week to go! Join us at our dissemination event to learn more about our work, evaluation findings and resources from Phase 3 of the Open Kindergarten project, funded by the Scottish Government’s Whole Family Wellbeing Fund. 28 January | 10am - 12pm | Edinburgh www.eventbrite.com/e/open-kinde...
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
NEW REPORT PUBLISHED! Read all about our recent research about parent and carers perspectives of children and young people's access to hobbies in Scotland. Access here: www.parentingacrossscotland.org/media/1746/pas_hobbies-report_january-2026_final.pdf #hobbies #Scotland #childrenandyoungpeople
The text on the lefthand side reads 'New report: parents and carers perspectives on children and young people's access to hobbies'. On the right is a small image of the report. The Parenting Across Scotland logo features at the bottom right of the image.
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
Join us at the #SCVOGathering on Tuesday 10 February alongside @sccrcentre.bsky.social and Workplace Menopause Support where we’ll break down what’s going on in perimenopausal and teenage bodies and brains – and how to return the House of Hormones to peace. Sign up: scvo.scot/the-gatherin...
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
We are delighted to be delivering our third House of Hormones session at this years #SCVOGathering alongside @sccrcentre.bsky.social and Workplace Menopause Support. Find us in the Sidlaw Auditorium from 9:15-10:30am on Tuesday 10 February 2026. Sign up here: scvo.scot/the-gatherin...
On the left hand side it reads 'We're a Gathering event host... BOOK NOW!'. On the right there is the SCVO logo with the Gathering 2026 underneath and the text '10&11 February, EICC Edinburgh, scvo.scot/the-gathering, #SCVOGathering
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
Our final manifesto call is for investment into a national hobby framework so that every child and young person can take part in a hobby of their choice. We know the benefits that hobbies have on our lives, but often, parents, carers, children and young people face barriers to accessing them.
The image reads 'Call 6: Give 'Invest in a national hobby framework so that every child and young person can take part in a hobby of their choice'. Alongside this is a small image of the Parenting Across Scotland Manifesto.
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
Our fifth call is for 'parenting with adults' to be given its own emphasis within national policy, recognising that parenting doesn't stop when children turn 18. There are many circumstances in which parents/carers need to parent after 18 years, either short term or for lifelong issues.
The image reads 'Call 5: Give 'parenting with adults' its own emphasis within national policy, recognising that parenting doesn't stop when children turn 18'. Alongside this is a small image of the Parenting Across Scotland Manifesto.
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Parenting Across Scotland @parentingscotland.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
Our fourth manifesto call is to deliver universal and intensive whole family support to all that need it, incorporating Open Kindergartens as an effective means of universal provision. Too many feel they don't have adequate help or support in their parenting journey - this must change.
The image reads 'Call 4: Deliver universal and intensive whole family support to all that need it, incorporating Open Kindergartens as an effective means of universal provision'. Alongside this is a small image of the Parenting Across Scotland Manifesto.
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