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Lightweight reversible pushchair
Hi all, Am wondering if I can delve into the experience of all the moms on the forum for a recommendation of a lightweight reversible pushchair? So far, I have only come across the Graco Evo, which though ticks the right boxes am looking for alternatives to compare. So anyone else who has a lightweight reversible pushchair…
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Real-life MMD: Should we share private financial info with mother-in-law for sake of
Money Moral Dilemma: Should we share private financial info with mother-in-law for sake of interest-free loan? My husband and I are struggling financially at the moment, so my mother-in-law’s offered to lend us money, as she has before. However, this time she’s demanded we share our income and outgoings with her before she…
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Mothercare Price Match
Hello :wave: We're expecting our first bundle of joy soon, and have just purchased a pram through mothercare. Has any of the moneysaving mums or dads used the mothercare pricematch? If so, do they only price match against the big names i.e Amazon, Tesco, Argos, Kiddicare etc as stated on their website? Or will they honour…
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Mum to be
Hi all, expecting my first baby in July!! Does anyone know anywhere were i can get any freebies for myself or for my baby! i.e. like creams etc... i know it is cheeky, but every little helps!!! thanks Nic
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First Birthday Party - eek!
Hi all, I was wondering if you would mind chipping in some ideas for party bags suitable for 1 year olds! I haven't a clue & I'm on a budget so can't go too wild and crazy. I thought bubbles & balloons might go down well, any other ideas? Thanks in advance :-)
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Product Recall Asda Dummies
Thought I'd use this forum to spread the word to other mum's that Asda have recalled Little Angels Cherry Soother Dummies due them being a Choking Hazard, :mad: it was apparently in papers 3 days ago, but I never noticed until seeing links on Facebook just now :( Hopefully anyone else who missed it in the papers and needs…
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pregnancy - how early did you know?
it seems to silly posting this thread but im trying to put my mind at rest! not trying for a baby at all. but had sex with condom new years eve and new years day. nothing seemed wrong when we took it off etc. but yesterday my mum hugged me and my boobs were so sore i yelped and had to stand back. i thought it was wierd as…
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Pushchair/stroller Recommendations
Hi, our little one is 8m old now and I think its time to ditch our graco symbian travel pram for a more light weight stroller which will also take up less room. Has anyone here got any recommendations? Max budget about a 100 pounds.
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are you wasting money on food?
[FONT="]Apparently, in the UK, the average family wastes up to £50 a month on food that is not eaten! One of the best tips to avoid this is to plan your meals in advance and write a shopping list when you buy your food. Good news is, to encourage North London residents to do just that, there is a new campaign/challenge…
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Pregnancy Tests
All you mums/mums to be..... Is it really worth paying more ££ for flash pregnancy tests? Or can I save and use boots own?! Doesn't feel right peeing on something expensive every month when we're trying to save money elsewhere! :rotfl:
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Can't possible be the only people
Ok so is it just me or the harder you try the more harder things become?? Sat down tonight to again reasses and evaluate the household budgets ect. Can safely say this is the closest we have ever been to breaking point. I'm a 28 year old mummy to a DD, have a DS due in no time; and live with my yummy scrummy hubby in a…
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Great 'Mums: what would you like for Xmas?' Hunt
Great 'Mums: what would you like for Xmas?' Hunt Last week we asked Dads what they really want for Christmas, so it's only fair we ask Mums what they hope to get (even though Mums are generally better at feigning delight, come Christmas day). View all past Great Hunts [threadbanner] box [/threadbanner]
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Help me get through the next 4 months!
Ok, so I am a single mum, working full time. Since my ex stopped paying child maintenance everything has become a big struggle, and will be until April (when I get a little payrise and a few other things I'm paying for stop). I am determined to keep out of debt during this difficult period so need to stick to a strict…
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What to buy a baby who has everything?
Christmas is coming and I want to buy a present for my niece - who will be one in January. She lives abroad and her parents are well-off so she wants for nothing and I'm really stuck on what to get. It has to be resonably small and light so they can take it back on the plane (they are coming to the UK for 2 weeks over…
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Childcare For Rich In New Tax Plan For High Earners
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tablet for an 8 and a half year old..any tips!
i am looking for a 10 inch screen. i have seen a samsung for 230 odd pounds in tesco but not sure the difference with someonthing like this http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/280943056347?item=280943056347 i really need to get it today to have in time for xmas. she likes moshi monsters, watching movies and music but am sure mummy…
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How to afford full time childcare working full time?
Please could some of you help me to answer the question, what do we do wrong. We have a total income of £47,000 per household (South East), 2 adulds, 2 children, age 1 and 5. So far we we paying only 2 days per week for a childminder for my OS and OH worked evenings and weekends to be able to stay at home with OS for 3…
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Who's responsible for replacing school equipment?
My son (year 9) has had his schoolbag stolen last week, along with 3 other fellas, who got theirs back. My son's has not been recovered + has been told by school caretaker" its probably in a bin!". The bag was left at a designated area, on the stage of the school dining hall, which apparently is supervised. So, while I…
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another pay cut
Hi I've taken 3 pay cuts over the last 7 years. I've been very positive about how to manage this in the past but feel so tired of it and am now facing a 33% pay cut and have 8 weeks to work out how to manage. If you have any ideas about how to re-inspire a money saving attitude or any articles on this site or others to…
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Huggies nappies being discontinued
Not money saving as such but I am gutted http://www.huggiesclub.co.uk/ They are the only ones we have used and I love them. Oh well, off to test other brands we go...
