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Potty training
I know this subject has probably been done to death already so apologies in advance if Im repeating what anyone else has asked! My older daughter was quite, though not massively late at potty/toilet training (she had just turned 3 when she finally mastered it), though this wasnt through lack of trying on my part or hers,…
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Millionaire Aaron Banks says £4,300 per family cost of Brexit is 'an absolute bargain
Millionaire Aaron Banks says £4,300 per family cost of Brexit is 'an absolute bargain' Mr Banks, who bankrolls the Leave.EU campaign, says £4,300 a year is a small price to pay for restoring Britain's independence Millionaire Brexit backer Aaron Banks has described the £4,300 a year it's claimed leaving the EU will cost…
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Baby on Board!!
Hi everyone! Weve just found out we are expectng our first child, totally unexpected and we are both a little scared! Im a supply teacher with a council, previously on contract with same council for 2 yrs (total employment 2yrs6months). My boyfriend works part time and also a student. Weve looked at student calculator and…
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Newbie needing advice.. don't know where to start with my finances!!
Hi There, So, i'm like the MOST disorganised person ever, but i'm trying to get there and geting there,got great routine with the kids (7y, 5y and 2y) Slowly progressing regarding housework and meal planning is generally all good... the biggest trouble that i want to work on this year is managing bills and finances.. Hubby…
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80,s night help
Arggh the whole family has been invited to an 80,s night. The only memory I have is of braces and leg warmers! I need some ideas please 😀
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Can I return an unwanted Homebase gift card?
Question; I have been given £100 on a Homebase gift card. This is not suitable for me as they've been bought out by an Australian company, so they now only sell straight DIY stuff (no cookware, towels, bedding, etc.). There is literally nothing that I can see myself needing from Homebase in the next year. But £100 is a lot…
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Sylheti speaker required
Hi all, I'm trying to learn Sylheti so that I can talk to my future mother in law. I've only been able to find a single phrasebook which I've already memorised. No grammar books or dictionaries. I can basically talk like a toddler with the phrases but I really struggle moving beyond that. Any advice would be greatly…
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Single, pregnant, mortgage? HELP.
I am 8 weeks pregnant and at this point unsure who the father is. My ex has left me and i'm taking over the mortgage (sorting this today), in 7 months time I am screwed... How can I afford to keep my mortgage and up to date with my bills? I don't earn an awful lot, just enough to get by as it is, I really don't know what I…
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Full time working mum. Time management tips needed
Dear full time working mums, I have only one question- when do you cook? when do you clean? when do you live? lol My 21 month old is at nursery. I work long day and when I come home at 6:30 I immediately start cooking (it takes 30-40 min), then we eat and then at 8pm I put my son to sleep. The routine takes 30 min. After…
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Leaving advice
Hello, I haven't posted for a long time but I really need some advice. Long story short I have realised that I need to leave my husband because he is more married to his job than me. We've got two kids, a house and a mortgage and been married 10 years. He is the main earner. I work part time and am hoping my hours increase…
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How much rent should I ask from my son
Hi. I'm new to the Mums forum but an older mum. Just had an issue with my younger son who is now 18 and has a good job earning more than me. As I am downsizing to get rid of mortgage and be nearer my mum who has memory problems he thinks he should pay less. He pays £75 a week which includes extra TV box for his room and…
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where to sell my second hand kids stuff
Hi I have loads of pre-loved kids items and I need to make some money. Can any one recommend how I should sell my stuff? Thanks
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Money Moral Dilemma: Should I send back my accidental 'freebie'?
This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks... I ordered a pram but the company sent two. The invoice/confirmation etc is just for one item - should I tell the firm it sent two or make some money from the extra one? Unfortunately the MSE team can't always answer money moral dilemma questions as contributions are often…
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Slow cooker which best buys
i have been using a crockpot in the oven but now want to buy a slow cooker. Which one would you recommend and what size for a family of four? Any idea which are the Which best buys?
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Hatchimals in stock!!
Well i have just preordered a hatchimal from savvibuy.com for delivery before Christmas. Great you say?! But having ordered I cannot find much information on the company or reviews, has anyone used them before/know if they are legit?? :undecided
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Marriage breakdown - practical advice needed
Hi, My marriage is in the process of breaking down. I am really confused what to do practically and wondering if anyone can help. I own our home, it's in my sole name although I understand that he has some claim to at least some of the equity accrued since he has been contributing to the mortgage. I'm currently on…
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Want to do better
Sorry for this slightly strange post but hopefully it isn't too hard to understand! I have 2 kids (18 months and 6) and not very much money at present (I had to give up work when 2nd was born as we couldn't afford childcare for two. I hope to go back to work either when 2nd starts nursery at the age of 3 or school).…
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boys doll house
My grandson loves animals, he has loads of those small figurines. For his cars he has a garage & playmat. My granddaughter has a dolls house for her dolls. He needs something to "accommodate" the animals during play. The obvious answer is a farm, I did buy him the ELC one, it's not very big & it's pretty flimsy. Anything…
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IKEA nursery furniture, now or wait?
Hi all, We are going to be having our first child in March and want everything to be ready in the nursery well in advance (I've heard these little kid things are quite time demanding). The nursery furniture we like is from IKEA and I wondered if anyone has any experience of whether it would be in the December sales? If not…
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Smyths Toys Refund Dilemma
Is this right? I bought 4 toys from Smyths Toys, 2 of which were in a 2 for £15 deal, another cost £15 and the last item was £9.99 (so the total was £39.99). I had a voucher to get £6 off the bill if you spend over £25. However, the £6 was split across the 4 different items, e.g. £2.25 off the £15 item, £1.49 off the £9.99…
