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Maternity Allowance
Can anyone tell me how long it's currently taking to process maternity allowance claims? I'm self-employed and applied a few weeks ago with the 6th of Aug being my date to stop working. However, I'm now in a position where I don't know if I'll get maternity allowance for sure as I haven't heard back from them and I'm not…
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Debenhams Personal Shopper experience?
I am thinking about booking a few hours with a Personal Shopper at Debenhams. I'm a size 14/16 and am clueless with what to wear to make the most of my apple shaped body. I dont like my stomach, but i have quite nice legs. Has anyone booked with Debenhams Personal Shoppers before, and what did you think? I'm on a budget,…
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Tax Credits new claim
Hi, a bit of different situation but I would like advice please. My Husband and I have split up but neither of us can afford to move out of our house (mortgaged), so we are just living separately basically in the house. I'm on maternity leave, due to go back to work in October, so my income at the moment is only statutory…
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Divorce/separation/house sale advice please
I'm in the early process of attempting to split with my husband after 12 years of marriage. It's myself who has initiated this, and my husband is not in agreement, as he is worried about the negative effect this would have on our children, and that they would not get as much, financially, as what they do now, due to both…
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Belated birthday tea? Ideas needed
My eldest was 6 on New Years Day and as you might imagine it is one of the worst days to have a birthday party or similar as everyone (particularly of her age) is busy so we haven't been able to do much. Tbh this has been fine with me as I'm not really into arranging children's parties etc. However now she is a bit older…
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Prescription Penalty charge notice
Hi, Wasn't really sure which forum to put this on but will try here! I've had a prescription penalty charge notice through with a fine for £100.80 as I 'ticked' the maternity exemption certificate. I used to have one as I had a baby but she is 1 now and the pharmacy deliver my parcels so they just assumed it was still…
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Shool Fees - Charity Status Question
Sorry if this is the wrong place to post - please advise/move as necessary. Not looking for sympathy - just advice. Hubby (was a high earner) has been off work for nearly 2 years due to illness. Critical Illness insurance wont pay out. As a result we are in arrears with school fees for £12,000 (we are £50,000 in debt in…
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Best Washer/Dryer
Hi I need to buy a washer/dryer and would welcome recommendations. My budget is around £300 - £400. I am particularly interested in one that offers a quick wash cycle. I won't be using the tumble dryer much as it will really only be used in emergencies. PS - Is there another thread I could/should post this on? Thanks in…
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Childcare vouchers
I have been researching childcare vouchers but no matter how much I read I am still confused, I know they take the money before tax but how does that help me save money? Someone told me they put in £64 out of their wages and get that money plus extra back in vouchers or are they telling a porky pie
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Pushchairs - bouncy vs firm suspension?
Hi, we're choosing our first pram/pushchair. Today went to a shop and tried a few. There was a notable difference in the two models we liked - Uppababy Cruz/Vista and Babystyle Hybrid. The Hybrid suspension was much more bouncy - you could rock the pushchair slightly and I could see the springs in the wheels compressing.…
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Found 40% off KidZania
Day Out With The Kids website has a 40% off deal - you can use it in half term but have to buy the tickets by Tuesday,:money:
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Petition Regarding Child maintenance
Hello, Just wondering if anyone is willing to sign my petition re child maintenance assessment. The system needs reviewing, it makes a mockery of single parent Mums and Dads trying to make ends meet. I have 3 children, my ex left me for another women 2.5 years ago. He earns £27000 with performance related pay on top of…
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Educating my children on money
Hi Quick back story, I am a single mum with 2 beautiful kids aged 6 and 3. Ex is not money conseus or responsible. So my 6 year old has got to a stage where she wants everything but no thought on cost of course as money means nothing to her other than it can buy things, I want to start educating her on money and over time…
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I am actually bad at maths tutoring
Here's one for the mums! Do you make your husband do all the maths tutoring at home to save money? "Oh, history? I can help.." "Oh, Shakespeare..? I can help.." "Oh GCSE Maths? Daaaaannnnn? C'mere!" I am that husband! And I am not that good at maths either! If it weren't for sites like Khan Academy, StudyPug's GCSE Maths…
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Money trouble shtf
Hi, I don't know if this is the right place but I desperately need help. My stupid fiance has just spent our last £35 on flowers for mothers day for me, a really lovely gesture but we now have £2 to last until the end of the month, I've got no petrol to get to work, our cupboards will be bare come monday, our 2 year old…
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money saving web sites
Ladies, I would like to ask you whether you can suggest me reliable money-saving web sites with coupons?
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What Washing Did You Use for Newborn?
Out of interest, what washing liquid/gel/powder/tablets/capsules did you use? The only suggestion I have seen is non-bio. But did you have an old fashioned name like Fairy? Or go with supermarkets own brand? We use use Persil (bio) at the moment as find the aroma is nice and stays with clothes for longer than others (even…
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Fresh party food ideas
I've organised a small birthday party for my 2 year old next week (very small - 7 adults, 3 kids). I am providing lunch for the kids and have asked adults to sort themselves out (no complaints there). I was also going to put some party rings and Oreos in a bowl for the little ones to pick at if wanted and that's it…
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Will he ever eat anything else?
My wee boy will be 1 in a month and I'm already feeling like a failure as he's not fully on a sippy cup, in fact he uses it as a toy more than anything, he's still supping a good 16oz of formula and he'll only eat the cow and gate cereal for breakfast. He's a great eater the rest of the day but at breakfast it's the…
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Cord Stem Cell Storage
£240 Savings On Stem Cell Storage For Newborn Babies Have managed to negotiate £240 off for stem cell storage! Thank you for your inspiration MSE! If 3 people from an anti natal class subscribe, potential savings of £390 for each child!! Hello Everyone, expecting our first child and looking into stem cord cell storage.…
