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Engagement Rings (merged)
How much should I be spending on an engagement ring, I have no idea how much rings cost normally so it's difficult to compare. Obviously I know what type I'm looking for but with these types of purchases (ie for the woman) I find it's important to get the cost/quality ratio correct! Please help!
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Sandwich fillings for kids
Hi Can anyone give me ideas for sandwich fillings that kids will actually eat; as my 4 year old is due to start a school which doesn't have a canteen, so Im going to have to start giving her exciting pack lunches to try to get her to eat up. Im really stumped for ideas. Thanks!
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any unwanted tesco sports for schools vouchers
if anyone has any they don't want my kids school will be extremely grateful so far 2 of my children have left and gone on to comp 1 child is in year 3 and another is in the school nursery i also have another 3 at home who will also attend the same school would love to be able to give something back in return please pm me…
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New pregnancy concern
Hi All, I am just 8 weeks pregnant. This morning I was bleeding slightly and have had period-like pains, but no major pains or discomfort as such. I went to emergency unit at hospital this am. Checked me out and cervix is closed. They took blood samples and I have to go for a scan tomorrow at 3pm. Obviously I am very…
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school fees
A neighbour of mine wants to put her child into private school, because her daughter failed the 11 plus and she can't get her into a good school. She is worried that she won't be able to afford the fees in the future. My first question is apart from the school fees what else will she have to pay for ? I'm sure I've read…
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Suitable books for a 12/13 yr old boy with 16 reading age.
DS (12, nearly 13), is an avid reader, however he is finding it harder and harder to find things to read.....the trouble seems to be that as his reading age is that of a 16 yr old, the books aimed at older teenagers are either not suitable in content or are aimed at girls. I would be grateful if any one has any…
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Getting rid of relatives
I'm going to sound really harsh here, but does anyone have any tips on how to get rid of unwanted relatives? My bf's 18yr old brother lives with us (we're not much older) and he eats and drinks all round him. He does pay nominal rent, but I honestly don't think we are helping him out when it comes to the big bad world. Bf…
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Questions about Divorce
Hi, For those of you who remember me asking about how to get a bank account without post being sent to your home address, my friend has finally moved out and into her own rented house. Her sister has moved too, but her child is currently spending one week with mum, one with Dad, this was decided using their Pastor as a…
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Would you move to Sweden?
Hi all, My dh has come home with news that he may be required to go to Sweden for six months :eek: I've never been and feel totally shell shocked. I have two very young children and a 17 year old who would not go. This would mean possibly renting out the house for six months? He would also get a bonus and a step in the…
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Fathers right for regular contact
What can my partner do to get regular access to his son. Every other month his ex decides that he can't have access for no valid reason. We have just had a baby together and my 3 other children live with us. She constantly dictates to him; here are a few examples:- when I was pregnant and was very ill and high dependency…
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What to do when family member dies
I wonder if anybody can point me in the right direction? My father in law is terminally ill and his days are sadly numbered. I remember a post back in December about Stormybays bereavement and recall Martin saying he was going to produce an article outlining what to do when a death occurs and what help you should be…
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How do I stop binge eating when stressed?
Mrs teb here ( I must get my own log in one day). Hands up time, I need help, I'm just not sure from where. I need to lose weight, simple as that. The problem is that as soon as I get stressed (or hormonal) I immediately want (need! - that's the way I feel) food. Things are very stressful here at home right now and there…
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How Much Does Your Nusery Charge?
Just trying to work out how much it would cost to put a 9 month baby into nusery whilst mum goes back to work full-time? Mother only earns just £880 per month and we are trying to work out how much of that money will go towards nursery cost. Other options are to stay home or work part-time Please tell me how much you pay…
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help regarding friends kids
I have a friend who has recently been in touch to say that her sister has dumped her 2 children on her as she said is no longer coping with them and can't see them going inot care so has took them both on i think she had them Monday but have just been speaking to her and she is getting no help from nowhere including the…
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38 weeks pregnant - pressure down below- is this normal??
Don't want to put anyone off their lunch! Sorry if this is a bit of a strange thread, but i'm 38 weeks with baby no.2. Its head has been engaged for at least two weeks and feels very low. The thing is, it feels like it is so far down it could come out at any minute, my bits seem to be swelling in the shape of a head!!:o I…
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Divorce but house in negative equity
My husband and I separated in January and are about to start divorce proceedings. We bought our house last year but borrowed 125%, mortgage is 157K with a 30k unsecured loan. My ex wanted to leave (has a new girlfriend - now pregnant!) and was happy for me to keep the house but cannot grasp the concept that he has left me…
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4 yr old Birthday Day Out - Edinburgh/Glasgow
Looking for something to do with our 4 year old tomorrow for his birthday. Had planned to take him to Glasgow Science Centre, but have heard rumours that Motorway is closed at Charing Cross - something about a building being demolished???? Wondered about Museum of Childhood in Edinburgh or Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh. Does…
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Is Today the Day for Secondary School Placements?
Hi, Is anybody able to tell me if today is supposed to be the day that you find out if your child has a place at your chosen secondary school for September? I was watching GMTV this morning and it seemed to imply that we should all hear via the post today. I have not received anything in the post this morning...does…
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Chocolate at 6 weeks old!!
Hiya all, Can giving a 6 week old baby chocolate cause damage?? We went out for dinner today with my babys dad (first time hes seen her since she was born) and during dessert i went to the toilet and left her with him. When i got back she was just laid in her buggy sucking on her dummy. Nver thought nothing of it till he…
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Ideas for cheap places to go with children...
walks, visits etc for people with family ...