They may give you grey hair, sleepless nights and a host of worries about money, health and school.
But raising children can actually lower your blood pressure, a study suggests.
While the finding may provoke guffaws of disbelief among parents, the principle is that parenthood gives people a sense of purpose and meaning which helps to reduce stress and put the hassles of life into perspective.
Full story: Why parenting actually REDUCES your blood pressure | Mail Online.