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Planning On Getting Pregnant
I am planning on getting pregnant in the near future, and I want to be prepared money saving style! Is there a list anywhere of all the free samples you can get etc, such as joining boots baby club or pampers club etc? Also anything which is helpful for pregnant/new mum/new baby Please tell me if you know of any! Thank…
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baby jogger city select
I am due baby no 6 in 8 weeks and really need a double pram as DS is just 18 months, he hates being in the pram anyways but hates it even more if he is not parent facing. Where i live the paths are quite narrow so i cant get a side by side unless i want to be walking on te road so I was thinking of getting (second hand)…
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batteries
I have realised very quickly that toys eat up lots of batteries. Is it worth investing in a rechargeable device that uses rechargeable batteries. and if so, which ones are best and cost effective? thanks
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Replacement Birth certificates
I need to get copies of my 2 youngest children's full birth certificate - I have short versions and need long ones for passport application but for some reason don't seem to have long versions .... I don't know if I have lost them or never had them in first place!! (Bad mother I know) I know if I send of for them via GOV…
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Assistance for Women to return to work - Question in the House of Commons
Hello! We are the official representative of the House of Commons (we do not represent the government). Yesterday a question was asked about support for mothers returning to work following the birth of a child. We though the response from the government minister might be of interest to yourselves. So we have posted it…
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washable night time pull ups?
My six year old is still in pull ups at night, it costs me £5+ per week in nightime pull ups, due to his size I can only buy the branded pj pants as there is no shop brand alternative. Does any one know of a night time washable pant that is suitable for his age? I have tried using washable potty training pants but they do…
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Invited to join mums forum, get paid for contribution
I got invited to this new forum called First years You get amazon vouchers for contribution. Not sure if invite only. Has anyone else joined up
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WWYD Re yr 7 DS & Childcare ?
Hiya, DS is 11 and startng "big school" next week. I work 3 days a week : Wed: Leave home at 10.30 am &home at 5.30 Thurs: leave home at 7.30 am -home 5.30 fri :leave home at 7.30 but home for 3.30 I gave notice to my childminder and have just booked him in for Thursdays during school hols. I'm now having a bit of a wobble…
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calling kids names
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McDonalds - how to get a Big Mac (Mally Mac) at McDonalds for £1.20 to £1.50
I have 4 children and as they are growing and times are tough a trip to McDonalds is a rare treat as they are no longer satisfied with a Happy Meal, my eldest actually wants 2 burgers these days!! A full meal for five can cost in excess of £20, but I have a way to eat cheaper and fresher... It is a little known (but…
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Bargain hunting for forthcoming baby.. help!
Hi everyone We are bargain hunting for baby due early next year. We managed to bag a maxi cosi car seat (stage 1 though), for £10 new from Halfords, and a TT steriliser (electric) for £6.99 from Tesco using CC points. I know plenty can be bought second hand but I wondered of any offers on or ways to get things cheaply? We…
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Child support from Step parents
Is it true that if I were to live with or marry someone with a young child that they financially support via the CSA, then my wages will be taken into consideration when payment calculations are made? i.e Am I expected to pay for a partners child that isn't mine?
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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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Help legal advice on county court fees -maintenance
Hi all, Can anyone give the legal viewpoint or the benefit of their experience when dealing with an attempt to change who the maintenance payment is made to in a county court ? Overview Married then divorced, years ago with a now 18 yr old resulting from the union. The child has always lived with and been looked after by…
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Need Urgent Help. . . please!
Hi guys, I'm not a mum but i didn't know where else to post this. I started a job just a few days ago, but i don't get paid for another 2 and half weeks. I was on jsa for about 5 weeks but that was cut off last week so i don't get the last payment i was relying on. I don't have any family i can ask for help and the one…
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Non stick saucepans
I need to replace my saucepans and wondered if anyone can recommend a set that are durable non stick and won't cost me the earth?
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Kids Lunches
Hi all, I have 3 children that take packed lunches to school, I pack with the usual sandwich, crisps, fruit, yoghurt, wanting now to scrap that and do pasta or rice and a yoghurt, does anyone have any recipes other than pasta, sweet corn, tuna and mayonnaise?
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Snugglebundl -any deals?
Hi Am looking at getting a snugglebundl (blanket thing with handles to make lifting baby easier). They only seem available at a couple of retailers and doesn't look like I can get it under the rrp of £40. Has anyone else been looking at these things and noticed if there are ever any offers on them? Thanks in advance.
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Bluewater baby show - any codes or bluewater staff?
Hi all, I'm trying to get tickets for the baby show at bluewater in kent for october but trying to find some codes, usually bluewater staff get a code for tickets which find their way onto forums etc but I'm not having any joy and its looking like an expensive day for us who are going otherwise Thanks!
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Toys / Clubcard
*Apologies if in the wrong forum* Hiya, Its the first year I’ve started to save my tesco clubcardpoints instead of just using them for money off shopping and i wondered whethersomeone could help me: With regards to the double up/boost: Does anyone know /believe whether toys will be included in this at all near Christmas?…