Finding winter days tough? You're not alone - over half of parents say it's the hardest time of the year, and kids aren't fans either - try these 5 ideas to get through it

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More than half of parents find winter the hardest time of the year, and kids are affected too. But one expert has shared five ways your family can shake off the winter slump.

January can be a tough time for parents for many reasons. The days remain short and cold - making the school run feel like even more of a challenge as children return after the Christmas break - so it's no surprise that the winter weather has many families looking for ways to cope with the dark mornings and mood-boosting products that will help them beat the winter blues.