A co-working space with a creche has opened in London, providing time-pressed parents with both convenience and care. Amid the rising cost of childcare services and demands for greater employee wellbeing, parents are seeking out workplaces that cater to their lifestyles.

As society’s definition of woman- and motherhood evolves in Germany, it’s having a marked impact on the world of fashion. How are brands adapting to the demand for clothing that’s as suitable for soon-to-be mothers as it is for those without kids – both men and women alike?

In a bid to help guide parents through the early stages of parenthood, Pampers has invented a “smart diaper” that monitors newborn babies’ bladders and sleeping patterns. The app shows how brands can use tech to simplify and automate tasks for people who are increasingly willing to let it into their personal lives.

In the digital age, parents have more information about their children than ever before – they can track their kid’s location remotely, monitor sleeping patterns, and even check whether the chores are done. Can all this tech allay common parental anxieties or will it fuel fresh concerns?