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140 babies stuck in hospitals, childcare costs up 134% — can you ace this week's family quiz?

This week's parenting news covers babies stuck in hospitals, the rising cost of babysitting, and sibling rivalry — let's see how well you know it!

  1. What do parents 'pay' each other with in the Mamasitter app for childcare?
  2. According to the ombudsman's report, how many children under age three were waiting for a hospital placement in Hungary at the end of May 2026?
  3. According to an Australian study, by what percentage has the annual cost of raising two children risen over two decades?
  4. What does the police warn parents about regarding 'mom-taxi' services?
  5. According to the article, what can trigger intense sibling jealousy in children?
  6. Which of the following topics did the health visitor NOT mention in her talk?
  7. True or false: an emotionally immature parent becomes LESS available to their child during difficult situations.