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Archives for February 2014

Broken brakes pedals on mamas and papas swirl pushchair
I bought my grandson the swirl mamas and papas pushchair in August last year, I only use it once a week when he comes to stay, it is almost as new. Today I have noticed the brakes pedals has broken. I bought it at argos, I wonder whether they will exchange it also they do not seem to make that model anymore in that colour.…
Best car seat
I'm looking for recommendations for a from birth car seat please. I got one with our travel system but it's awful. Looking for something with an ISOFIX base, any suggestions please?
Bedtime issues with a 3 year old
I wonder if anyone here has any ideas for a constant problem we are having during the night with our 3 year old. Basically she keeps coming into our bed during the night which we are trying to put a stop to but it doesn't seem to be working. When I put her to bed at her bedtime I explain that this is her bed and she needs…
To all you mums who can.....
Make Pancakes!! Help My son uttered those dreaded words to me this morning, "Mum did you know its pancake day soon" I believe myself to be a good cook and can even turn my hand to a spot of baking but cannot for the life of me make a decent pancake, I either burn them or they are a sloppy mess! Does anyone have a foolproof…
Quick weaning question - porridge
My baby is 6 months old and I have started introducing her to her first tastes of solid food. So far she has had butternut squash, mashed banana and carrots and potato puree..she seems to like everything so far which is great. However I recall buying special baby porridge for my son when he was weaning, so bought a box of…
Rat Plague Floods-Gov Must Pay To Keep Our Kids Safe?
Increasing numbers of dead rats in flood areas are being reported and victims being warned thats rats will be flooded out of sewers and burrows and to call in Pest Control Experts after checking for suggested signs rats may be seeking to enter their homes through garages and pipes as they seeek drier 'harbourages.' They…
3 week old feeding every 1.5 hours!
Please help. I am a new mum my boy is 4 weeks old and since he has been born he feeds every 1.5 hours or if I am very lucky, every 2 hours. At night each feed can take in excess of 2 hours, today one feed took 3.5 hours and only ended because we had to go out. This is day and night. He is gaining weight very well but this…
School Holidays
Good Morning, After some advice and maybe some help with a new approach if you would be so kind. I separated from my husband last February and have 2 boys aged 3 & 5. A bit of background, I am always trying to get my ex to see his kids more but we have finally settled on one night during the week and every other Saturday…
Help..baby won't take a bottle
As per the title, my 6 month old has suddenly started refusing to take a bottle. She has been exclusively breast fed, but in the last couple of weeks has taken a few bottles of expressed b/milk and a bottle of Aptamil so we thought all was well. but Next week I am due to go on a 2 day work trip to France, and all of a…
Childrens chat room style app
Hi, I have a 9 year old who had a Hudl for Christmas, and yesterday she got really stuffy when her brother wanted to watch what she was doing, so I got suspicious, took it off her to see what she was doing, and she was on this "Movie Star Planet" app. Its a bit like Sims by the looks but it has a chat facility, and when I…
Reusable nappy mums - is this a good deal?
Please can anyone advise? I'm hopeless with maths, and would like to know if this is a good deal for 2nd hand cloth nappies... Bambino Mio nappy system birth till nappy free - 16 size 1 cloth nappies, 17 size 2 cloth nappies, 4 under 11lbs nappy covers, 6 11-16lbs nappy covers, 6 16-21lbs nappy covers, 4 21-27lbs nappy…
Please help - meal planning
Hi all, I am due our second baby any day now, my LG is 20 months so still in nappies. Our budget for food each month is £300, we have managed on this fine for 3 of us, but now we need to throw in to the equation a newborn who will be extra nappies and milk (BF is not an option) Milk will be £40pm for 5 tubs, plus nappies -…
Bank account for little ones?
Hi there Im probably in the wrong place -if so "sorry":D Just a quick question really -does anyone know of a bank account for a child that still gives you a good old fashioned bank book? We have a 22 month old and from birth we have been popping £50 a month from his family allowance away (just in a post offic account not a…
Really need some advice
Hi, I'm not sure if I'm posting in the right place, and if it isn't the right place, I'm really really sorry! I was hoping someone could give me some advice. I'm 4 months pregnant and a victim of domestic violence. This is a long and complicated story: my bf has just left me (finally). I left him once before and went into…
London Excel baby show?
Hi, sorry if posting this in the wrong place. I'm 14 weeks pregnant with my second and was thinking of going to the baby and toddler show at the excel in london. Getting there will cost as i live at the bottom of the south east, and i wanted to know if anyones been and if it's actually worth it? I've heard they offer…

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Ofgem proposes new 'no standing charge' Price Cap – but Martin Lewis warns vulnerable customers need to be opted in or it won't work
Ofgem has today launched detailed proposals for a major shake up to its Energy Price Cap that dictates the price over 80% of homes in England, Scotland and Wales pay for their energy bills.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to cut overdraft rates for millions but hike them for others – here's what's happening and full help
If you're a Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland current account holder, the interest rate you're charged for using your overdraft could change soon as part of a fees shake-up. The Lloyds Banking Group, which owns all three brands, says millions of its customers will pay less after the changes – but a "few" will pay more.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more low-income households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Martin Lewis: At last a chance to fix Council Tax flaws impacting millions – debt collection, difficulty challenging your band, discounts and more
Major flaws in the Council Tax system in England could finally be fixed in future, as the Government has launched a wide-ranging consultation to review hideous debt collection practices, the difficulty of challenging your band, the overly complex and horribly-named Severe Mental Impairment discount and more. MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has long campaigned on these issues, shares his response and analysis.
Energy complaints to be dealt with more quickly and Energy Ombudsman to get new powers under Government plans
If you have a complaint about your energy firm, it may be resolved more quickly in future, as the Government has announced a raft of proposals to strengthen consumer protections in the energy market. The planned changes include giving the Energy Ombudsman new powers to force firms to comply with its decisions – but it's still very early days. Here's what we know so far.
Warm Home Discount expansion confirmed with millions more eligible for the £150 top-up this winter – here's what we know
Around 2.7 million more households, including 900,000 families with children, will become eligible for the £150 Warm Home Discount this winter, as the Government has confirmed it will remove the existing 'hard to heat' eligibility criteria. The extension has only been confirmed for winter 2025/26, with further changes possible for future years.
Base rate held at 4.25% – here's what it means and when it might be cut next
The Bank of England has held the base rate at 4.25%. Below we explain why, when it might be cut, plus what it means for your mortgage and savings.
Applied for South West Trains 'boundary fares' compensation? Act now to claim it
If you applied for compensation from South West Trains before the deadline in January 2025, you now need to provide your bank details to the claim administrator so it can be paid to you. Here's what you need to know.
Winter Fuel Payments to be reinstated for millions – Martin Lewis explains how it'll work, what it means and if it's an improvement
All State Pensioners in England and Wales will receive a Winter Fuel Payment this winter, though those who earn over £35,000 will see it clawed back through the tax system. It means nine million pensioners will get the £200 or £300 top-up. Here MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis shares his instant response and analysis, and we include answers to your key questions.

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