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Internet chat rooms: What every parent should know

The past few years have seen the introduction of a new area of teenage life where many parents have almost zero knowledge of what's going on - the Internet

Internet Safety and Children

Child internet safety expert John Carr answers questions from iVillage parent

Inviting the boyfriend to dinner

Get to know your daughter's boyfriend by inviting him to a family dinner

Is Cyber Patrol a good programme?

Find out about the precautions you need to take to keep children safe while they sur

Is it okay for me to spy on my children?

Secure your peace of mind and your children from seeing inappropriate sites. Get the low-down on browser security from our expert advisor

Is skipping breakfast a big deal?

Skipping breakfast. Breakfast is a vitally important meal especially for a school-age child. Find out how you can help ensure your child is well equipped to start the school day

Is your child being bullied?

Bullying is a distressing situation for any child (and parent) to face. Anna Selby discusses what you can do if you discover it's happening to your chil

Is your child surfing safely?

Protecting children online is a primary concern for parents, but how do you go about it?

iVillage Voices - real life stories

Feeling stuck or unsure which way to go? Why not get a variety of opinions on a subject to see the bigger picture. Get topical and informative advice here from members of iVillage on a range of topics from relationships to financial issues

Keeping kids safe online

The Home Office's Child Protection on the Internet campaign provides advice for parents whose kids surf the Net