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Kids deciding where to live?
How old do kids have to be to be able to decide which parent they live with and can it be refused by the mother? I'm the sm by the way
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Can a marriage survive an affair
Hi I have read quite a few posts recently about relationships breaking down. I’ve been with my husband for 9 years. I thought we were happy! My husband had just had an affair. It was with someone from work. It lasted about 4 weeks before I found out. I have asked him to leave while I digest what has gone on etc and work…
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Advice re James Bond themed fancy dress.
I am going to a fancy dress party next saturday with a James Bond theme, any suggestions for a last minute, cheap costume?
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Advice re: Phil and Teds Sport Pushchair and car seat adapters
Hi I was wondering if anyone had an experience of using the Phil and Teds sport pushchair (and doubles seat) with a Maxi Cosi Cabrio carseat. I have been looking around on the web and have found two different types of adapter to attach the carseat to the frame - but nowhere mentions whether it is possible to use the Phil…
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Joker costume for OH - Help!
We are off to a Halloween party and OH wants to go as The Joker (Heath Ledgers version) but the costumes are tbh a bit lacklustre - and soooooo expensive :eek: I reckon we can put it together quite a bit cheaper but am struggling to find the long purple coat / jacket - any ideas you clever lot :confused:
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Any tips on where to buy a 5yr old a complete new wardrobe of clothes?!
Hi, my 5yr needs a lot of clothes for the autumn & winter as he's only just fitting into the clothes he has. Can anyone recommend a place to buy decent good value children's clothes? He needs trousers/jumpers/waterproof etc. Thanks, would be grateful for any suggestions/recommendation.
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Well I've Finally Told OH Its Over So Now What???
Hi everyone, hope some of you lovely people out there will be able to give me some advice on what to do now. I've been with my partner for 13 years now and we have 3 lovely children aged 11,9 and 3. We are not married and we live in a council house. The tenancy agreement for which is in my name. I've always paid all the…
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Help with self tutoring to boost school results
I believe that I can tutor my son myself in an informal/formal way, instead of paying someone extra money for a tutor. No comments on to tutor or to not tutor I just want tips on tutoring. Short term goal to to boost his learning and long term goal is for entrance into grammar school. Son is 5years old. Any tips, books,…
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If you have 2 or more p/t jobs you may have overpaid tax. You can claim back to '04
Having just explained something to someone I wanted to start this thread. Apologies if it is in the wrong place but I thought this might be worth mentioning as some people might not be aware of this situation and it is usually parents working part time jobs around their children. If you have 2 or more small part time jobs…
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Part of "Dog's" estate is a car, can a beneficiary use it before probate?
Here is an interesting little sub plot in the estate of "Dog", who died recently. The core of Dog's will is explained here: .http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread.html?t=1164505 However there are a few personal bequests. One reads "I leave my motor car to my niece Kitten" (Kitten is the daughter of the deceased…
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What to do about school?
Hi, My DS has just turned 3 at the end of September so just missed out on full time nursery. I was just wondering how and when do I need to apply to get him in full time??? :confused:
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bugaboo bee advice
please can someone give me some advice on the bugaboo bee. is it any good? people keep saying it's small is this correct? where is the best place to buy?
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Ex wants a consent order
When I split up from my wife 4 years ago we had a separation agreement drawn up and I was paid a percentage of the value of the house that we both agreed on. This year I have divorced her, remarried and moved away albeit closer to my children's school. Last week the ex told me that she is getting a consent order because it…
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Accident at the Fair
Just a quick question really as I don't know where I stand. I don't want to sound like a 'money grabber' but thought I would ask just in case. Last night I went to the local fair, went on a ride, and the end of the ride, I left myself out and got off the ride. I looked down at my thumb and i had split the top of the thumb…
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'Putting your child's name down' at a preferred school
Hi all, My son is currently 16 months old and MIL/OH/everyone with an interest in my baby are telling me I need to 'put his name down' for the local primary school. The school is literally a 5 minute walk from our house and is considered one of the 'better' schools in the area. MIL says that other mothers she knows have…
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Harry Potter fancy dress
Anyone think of a good Mother and Daughter costume from Harry Potter? We're invited to a HP themed party for Hallowe'en, thought I'd better start now - I've a sewing machine and am not too bad, but need some ideas, please,for costumes that won't cost a fortune.:D
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Bracelet for 1yr old?
Hey Sorry if this is the wrong board to post this on - feel free to move it. I want to buy a present for my beautiful god-daughter who will be one next month. I don't see her very often, and will probably only see her once/twice a year in future due to her living the other side of country to me. I want to get her a present…
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Both Parties Breaking Restraining Order
Hello Can anyone tell me what happens in this situation? Bro in Law and Wife got drunk had row. Police called. He acused of hitting her. Went to court - he pleaded guilty. Sometimes he says he did do something other times he says he never touched her. God knows. Anyway, think he just got a fine. Got back together - they…
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Mamas and Papas mattress
I bought a mamas and papas mattress in May ready for our new baby arriving in June. She hasn't used the mattress yet but it has been on the cot with the bedding on since just before she arrived at the end of June. I stripped the bedding from the cot the other day to wash it ready for use and find the mattress cover VERY…
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convoluted family situation, advice anyone?
I'm not much of a poster on the families board but i'm in a bind. my sister is married with 2 kids and one on the way. She claims DLA for a birth defect and her husband claims DLA highest mobility for...well for not much if i'm honest but that's another story. We grew up in a step family as my biological father and his…
