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Children are clueless about Easter

Do your children know what Easter is all about?  Or is it just another time when they expect a gift?  A new study has revealed that British kids are clueless about Easter – with many believing it marks the birth of Jesus, and we eat eggs to celebrate the Easter Bunny’s birthday

Top 10 money saving tips

Author: Tracie 969 0 0 0
10:11, 28 March 2013
Top 10 money saving tips

If you’re looking for ways to cut back on expenditure in these trying times, then get some inspiration from these money saving tips

How to get your baby to have a daytime nap every day

Babies who have enough naps during the day tend to sleep better at night. What more incentive do you need, asks Jane Yettram?

Hospital bag checklist - what to pack for your labour

What to take with you to hospital when you give birth, including an easy-to-follow packing checklist to download and print

Returning to your old job now you're a mother

Dreading the return to work? You can have the best of motherhood and keep your career, by negotiating your conditions

10 things you need to know about saving

With money tight and many households juggling to make ends meet, it's tough to save at the moment. And with the Bank of England base rate at a historic low of just 0.5% you might also think there's little point.

Sea Life London Aquarium

Author: Emely 954 0 0 0
13:04, 27 March 2013
Sea Life London Aquarium

Located on the popular South bank of the river Thames, within the historic County Hall building, SEA LIFE London Aquarium is home to one of Europe's largest collections of global marine life and the jewel in the crown of the UK SEA LIFE attractions.

Fun Easter Holiday Activities

Author: Ethel 851 0 0 0
12:20, 27 March 2013
Fun Easter Holiday Activities

Want some inspiration for your Easter holidays? Here’s some of our favourite children’s games, crafts and activities to play indoors or out.

How will the 2013 cuts in child benefit affect you? Need tips on how to save on family essentials? Read on…

Cuts in child benefits are a concern for many families, but what does it really mean to you? Will you lose some of yours? And if you do, where can you save

Best Theme Parks Neer to London

Author: Cherry 1183 0 0 0
10:49, 27 March 2013
Best Theme Parks Neer to London

If you’re done with Madame Tussauds or the London Dungeon, and have taken to staring blankly at nothing when you’re on the London Eye, it might be time to seek your thrills elsewhere. And thankfully for you, elsewhere doesn’t have to be far away. 

Winter health tips for baby and family

Keep your baby healthy, warm and comfortable into the winter months

Home birth - the pros and cons

Author: Morgana 936 0 0 0
09:57, 27 March 2013
Home birth - the pros and cons

The number of home births in the UK is on the rise, and not without reason, but it's not for everyone

Healthy eating for conception and pregnancy

When planning for a baby, a healthy diet will provide you and your partner with the nutrients needed to prepare your body for conception. When you become pregnant, what you eat is also vital for the development and wellbeing of your unborn baby and may affect its future health. 

Food Restricting your children's chocolate could do more harm than good

As we await the epic annual cocoa-fest that a 21st Century family Easter involves, just what is the right approach for parents to take? Should we let our kids gorge on unlimited Galaxy, contain their Cadbury's consumption or even ban the delectable sweet stuff altogether?

Are you obsessed with your pregnancy?

Author: Allie 922 0 0 0
08:53, 27 March 2013
Are you obsessed with your pregnancy?

We all know a baby bore, a pregnant mum who can talk about nothing bump. But why do these mums become so bump obsessed, how can you deal with them and what should you do if you think you are one?

20 things men need to know about pregnancy

Author: Jenn 915 0 0 0
08:42, 27 March 2013
20 things men need to know about pregnancy

Although you may be the pregnant one, your is going through the same thing (well not exactly the same). Here is a list of things he should ponder

Choosing nappies: washable vs disposable

There’s a bewildering array of nappies out there for you to choose from. So, how do you decide which ones will be best for you, your baby and your lifestyle? 

Essential Products for your Newborn Baby

Author: Tiffany 983 0 0 0
12:08, 26 March 2013
Essential Products for your Newborn Baby

While bringing your little bundle of joy home from the hospital for the first time is a wonderful experience for parents, it can also be very overwhelming and daunting. That's why it's important to make sure that you're fully prepared and have everything you need ready to go. Not just for your baby, but also for your own piece of mind. In nature this is known as the nesting instinct, and it's a very important part of the ritual that goes along with bringing a baby into the world. We're going to cover a few of the essential items that you'll need before bringing baby home.

Family-friendly museums of London

Once upon a time, museums meant old, dark buildings full of grown-ups and 'Do not touch' signs - but not any more. Britain is home to thousands of family friendly museums and galleries just waiting to be explored by you and your family. Here's a list of some of the best kids-friendly museums in London. 

The Best Toys for Kids Age 10

Author: Joella 791 0 0 0
10:46, 26 March 2013
The Best Toys for Kids Age 10

Ten-years-old are in the middle of their best years of playtime, but they still needed educational reinforcement from their toys. It is important to find toys that are not only fun, but are also practical, useful and educational.