AS a fellow parent, it is just easier to get everything new and from the shops. But unless you are on a pretty good wicket, we are all economising, especially young parents on a budget. 

So how do modern, quality conscious, safety first parents balance their needs and their pockets? Enter Facebook Marketplace.

STARTING kindergarten is a major milestone for you and your child, and you can help prepare him/her for it in many ways.

In kindergarten, the learning focus is more around social and communication skills than academics, so instead of drilling your child the ABCs and numbers, concentrate more on his/her ability to cooperate, to talk to and play with others, and to follow directions.

Here are the best ways to get your child ready for his first big year of school.