Major cities in France have long attracted workers, changing industries from agriculture to services and reshaping the country in turn. Yet the rural exodus has halted, with more people now moving to the country. Why are people leaving the city? And what’s to become of the French city-dweller?

Becoming a parent is one of life’s most stressful – albeit cherished – moments. With Brits spending an average of £1,619 to prepare for a baby, some mums are buying on their smartphones at all hours. But how do new mothers really like to shop? And which brands are meeting their needs?

A blog penned by an angry Japanese mother in which she complains about having to quit her job due to the shortage in places at daycare centres recently went viral. And it’s led to an outcry for more childcare services from the government. But why is daycare such a big deal to parents in Japan?

Many parents love to brag about their kids online – much to the dismay of those without children. But the French police has issued warnings to parents uploading images of their children on Facebook. Not because they’re fed up of seeing pictures of people's kids, but due to privacy issues.