When it comes to tackling germs in your home there is such a thing as too clean, which is bad for your children's health.
Dudley Rogg, who's Clinic Director at the British Hernia Centre in London, says it's essential for youngsters to be exposed to bacteria as they grow up, so they develop healthy immune systems.
And he believes our modern fear of bugs and germs has led to an increase in the number of allergy sufferers: (audio clip attached)
Storm Chandra: Island braces for disruption
We're told to expect severe to gale force winds, rain, coastal overtopping and sleet/snow
DHA to consider applicability of UK policing reforms on IOM
Officers in England and Wales could include 'licences' for officers to be able to continue working
Dealer who ran from police in his underpants jailed
Cocaine with a street value of more than £12,500 found
Yellow weather warning issued as Storm Chandra heads our way
East or southeast winds could reach 55-65mph
