August is the stretch where everyone runs out of ideas. Dubai Summer Surprises is still running until the end of the month, with camps, indoor attractions, discounted tickets and family staycations, plus dates, prices and booking links for each one.

Your baby has arrived. The world has completely changed. And somewhere in the first few days, someone is going to hand you a checklist. Here is the full picture, broken into four steps.

It is 47 degrees outside and the school holidays have officially begun. A practical, honest guide to making it through, without spending a fortune or losing your mind.