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Video Baby Monitors worth the money?
Expecting baby #2 and thinking about purchasing a video monitor this time, with my son we just had the sound monitors. Are they worth the amount of money? they seem to start from around £90 just looking at Argos this one in particular.http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/9020878.htm
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Newborn and baby toys
Hi there Just wondering if new mums and experienced mums could share their experience about buying necessary and essential toys (that aid in baby's development). It would be good to share this for diff ages like 0-3months 3-6months 6-12months etc I bought the following - Fisher price jungle gym thnx
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Some tips and help?
Hi there I have some questions - 1) how should I get passport photos for my newborn she is 7 weeks - I tried the booth but she doesn't stay still when in my arms 2) I need a sling or something so that I can hang her in my tummy when doing house work and also to use when out and about - any good suggestions? Thanks in…
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If I get married - do I have to adopt my own son?
Apologies if this is in the wrong place. Sorry if this sounds silly but I can't find anything online (could be that I'm googling the wrong thing haha) and what to know how true this is. Basically I had a baby, he has my surname and his father isn't on the birth certificate. He has no contact with him (his choice). I was…
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first time baby and we're freaking out
My DH and I have been married 6 years and now I'm 6 months pregnant - and neither of us seems happy! We have a full life and have been very happy. So whats happened ? Have we got major issues? I'm not thrilled at being less then my usual self hes not happy at picking up the slack. Sorry if I sound awful but im hoping…
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baby present for my wife to be
Hey, Hope Im in the right section to post this, my wife is expecting our 1st baby in 5 weeks and I would like when the baby arrives and she comes home I have a few wee gifts from myself and maybe the baby to give to my wife to say thanks and how much i appreciate her. Any nice ideas or suggestions would be much appreciated…
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Baby Essentials for Holidays
Jowsa's offering an exclusive 10% discount till the end of June - Travel lighter this summer and have your baby essentials delivered to your holiday location! offer2013.jowsa.com
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Talk to me about handbags!
OK. I am someone who doesn't bother about fashion, or labels, or anything like that as a general rule. I usually buy a handbag and use it till it wears out. I usually buy in TK Maxx as they always have a huge selection so I can find something I like. My usual budget would be no more than £30 and I like to buy leather -…
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Pram advice
Hi all I am expecting my first (a girl :) ) in October and have been looking at prams... these are: a - so expensive b- so many to choose from!! I ideally would like one that come with the car seat.. Does anyone have any good and not top end reccommendations? thanks
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What to do about child playing outside and knocking on our door??
I live in a small square of houses with a green grass area in the middle of the square, plenty of the kids who live round here play on the greeny bit and on the street. Now a child how is 5 and a half is out there all the time on his own, and mine who is four and half went to pre school with him last year so they have…
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Is child medicine free - even without a doctor's perscription?
Hi I was hoping someone could clarify this for me. The other day someone told me that it's possible to request essential child medicine for free at the pharmacy without a doctor's prescription letter if the pharmacist agrees that it's necessary for the child. I was wondering whether anyone else has heard of this and…
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move closer to school?
my eldest dd has got a place at a top primary school,due to the fact i went,anyway because she has got in my youngest 2 kids will get a place.....we are looking at 11 years of someone in the household attending and i was thinking of moving within walking distance. we live 2.1 miles away currently. is this mad? we do need…
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Do you have any kids stuff you don't need anymore?
List it for sale FREE at kidslocal (dot co dot uk) - No charges or shipping costs like e-bay, you don't need to show your contact details, and you can search for items just a few miles from your postcode. I've managed to sell a few things on there and would definitely use it again :j
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How is maternity allowance calculated?
Hope this is the right place to ask - sorry if not! I was wondering if anyone knows how government mat allowance (not statutory pay but the allowance for self-employed) is calculated? I have tried the gov website and online calculator but it's no good to me as it just asks for your weekly/monthly earnings, but…
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Playhouse to win
Hello Everyone, There is a great competition on sheds.co.uk/competitions You can win a playhouse!
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Discount off baby toiletries for Family Holidays
We're helping share Jowsa the Nappy Genie's exclusive 10% discount off your children’s toiletries. Limited offer, which lets the nappy genie deliver to your destination on the day you arrive. Less hassle, stress and packing! offer2013.jowsa.com
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Budget for teenage son
If I have posted in the wrong place please move. I have opened a bank account for my 14 year old son and it comes with cash/debit card. Want to explain to him the art of budgeting and also give him abit of freedom. Plus do not want him to grow up like his stepsister who is a nightmare with money! Out of this money he will…
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Birthday Party
Hi! My DD turns 6 this year and as usual we are holding a party. The problem is - Her birthday is in the first week back to school in September so I need to send the invites out before they break up for the 6 weeks (I dont see any of the other mums during the holiday as we live in a different village to the school) I also…
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How much for a new school uniform?
Hiya My dd starts school in September so I need start thinking about buying her uniform and school shoes. I'd like to have an idea how much you spent on your child's first set of uniform and what you bought ie how many shirts/polo shirts? How many dresses/skirts? Thanks in advance.
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Doctors sick note - does it have to cover weekend before maternity leave?
Wife currently on sick. Sick note runs to Friday June 6th. Maternity starts on Monday 10th June. Does sick note need to run for Saturday and Sunday too or is it OK to end on the Friday?