Parents in Germany suffering from stress or burn-out are entitled to take a “Kur”, which is basically a month-long wellness retreat for themselves and their children. Here’s how it works.
Couples with at least one non-German partner who try to get married in Germany often run into near-impossible hurdles. The solution that many international couples resort to is crossing a border for a day or two and returning as newlyweds.
Berlin parents won't have to deal with childcare strikes that could last for weeks. Meanwhile, improvements are on the way for German kitas around the country - according to the federal government.
Starting in 2024, fathers in Germany - or the mother’s partner - can take paid parental leave without dipping into their vacation days or officially applying for parental leave (Elternzeit).
Flights and hotels are usually cheaper at off-peak times when schools are not on holiday. We look at a reader's question on whether Germany allows children to miss a few days of school to ease family holiday costs or dodge busy periods.
Pupils in Germany have been starting school or heading back to the classroom after the summer holidays. We break down key dates as well as the culture and vocabulary to be aware of.
State governments in Germany could soon lose the right to use federal funds to lower Kita fees for parents. Instead, the money will have to be spent on staffing.
Services union Verdi has broken its promised hiatus on strike action in Kitas this week, leaving parents in Berlin scrambling to find alternative childcare.
A commission on reproductive rights has said the ban on egg donation should be lifted in Germany, with a draft likely to come before the next election.
Germany's citizenship reform drastically slashes the years of residence needed for most foreigners. Does the same apply to people married to German citizens?
Getting married in Germany is not for the faint of heart. The Local spoke to a foreign national who recently tied the knot to learn more about the process and the challenges. Here's what you should know before you step up to the altar.
How popular is your name - or your baby's name - in Germany? New data from the Society for German Language reveals what parents are calling their children.
Finance Minister Christian Lindner, of the pro-business Free Democrats (FDP), says he expects the next increase for child allowance or Kindergeld to take place next year, as bickering among German coalition parties continues.
As mental illnesses and behavioural disorders among children and teenagers continue to rise, it can be difficult for international parents in Germany to know where to find resources.
Many foreigners in Germany want their children to grow up in a bilingual or even multilingual home. We want to hear from our readers on how they are doing it and any advice they have.
The birth of a child is one of the most important moments in any person's life. But in Germany it also requires you to complete a substantial amount of paperwork - all at a time when you're operating on minimal sleep.
The breakdown of a marriage can mean emotional turmoil, strained finances and hefty legal expenses. But for parents in Germany it also means learning how to share custody of children and balance each parent’s relationship with the child.
It's been promised for two years, yet has yet to be officially written into law: when will an EU directive giving men two paid weeks off work following the birth of their child go into effect in Germany?
The German government is changing the rules around surnames to give more freedom to families and some ethnic groups in particular. Here's what you need to know.
As of April 2024, Germany has capped both the limit to receiving Elterngeld, and the number of months two parents can receive the payment at the same time.
