However, parents do benefit from a bit of guidance now and then to make sense of the behaviour of their offspring and handle the modern-day pressures of bringing up a family.
Last weekend the government unveiled its Parent Know-How programme, a cluster of projects giving parents access to information via the web, phone and text (see p2). It includes a telephone helpline service, an online community to help separated dads stay in touch with children and an advice line on mental health issues.
There is also a notable emphasis on online peer support. The Netmums website, already live, is supported by advice from health visitors. There will also be an online forum for dads plus a "virtual school gate" for parents of older children.
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