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Weight loss

So my daughter is 11 month old and ever since I had her I can not loss weight. I go to the gym 2 times a week bc that’s all the time that I have to go after I had my daughter I waighed 145, now I weigh 138 it’s just so hard to get this weight off fast, My husband has been wanting me to get on carnivore diet with him...

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nursery complaints - opinions please!

my son started nursery 6 weeks ago (he’s just turned 2) and has been finding drop off hard. this morning he was quite upset and didn’t want to go but managed to get him in the nursery room and the staff member took over(he was still crying). when i collected him at 1, i was called in the office and told that they’...

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Day out ideas

I need ideas of where to take my 3 year old. I suffer with anxiety which puts me off taking her out by myself and then I get my self all worked up but then feel guilty later in the evening because I haven't taken her out. Please and thanks I have no social circle and my husband works crazy long hours so it's just ...

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Sensory/Toys Ideas

Hi all, I’m looking for some more sensory ideas or really good toys that you’ve found your little one loves! Any suggestions?

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More than 1 kiddo, send tips and help! 😂

Omg more than 1 child is relentless! How do u do it SAHMs??? 💪 I would take my day job as as time off from this real 24 hour job My toddler is homesick from nursery. And my mum is here and it’s still relentless. Yesterday dad working from home and grandma were here. And it still relentless. I guess it’s tough when…

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Concerned about solids

My LO turned 1 on the 17 but still seems to be a bit iffy when it comes to eating solids. I’ve tried introducing him to all types of regular food and even tried doing breakfast, lunch, dinner. I’ve also switched over to whole milk a couple days after his 1st birthday. I’m a little worried. I know people say babies m...

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Who’s looking forward to summer?!

Hey so as summer is approaching I would love some ideas from you wonderful ladies on great place for toddlers inside outside and all activities feel free to help a sister out 🥰

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Entertaining baby

I'm really struggling to keep my almost 5 month old happy he has so much energy and wants constant attention but doesn't want to play with his toys, does anyone know how I can keep him entertained? It's getting to the point that we are both just crying having a break down constantly

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Full fat Greek yoghurt

I want to introduce food to my 6 months old baby. Please I need a clue om how to get full fat Greek yoghurt(picture of 1 and the best place to find it will be appreciated). I already wasted money getting 10% fat Greek yoghurt from Lidl. Thank you 😘

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What is a common behavior issue you are facing as a toddler/preschooler mom (ages 1-6)?

Let's share!

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Supplementary nursing system

Has anyone used a SNS? If so any recommendations/tips?

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Any advice/ experience welcome 🆘

My son has been super tricky recently. Last week he was refusing food and we went days with barely eating anything. I could hear his stomach rumbling and his mood was terrible, crying, clingy and just really irritable. I was practically throwing food at him and praying he would eat. 🙏🏻 I initially thought he was…

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Free childcare

Hi! I want to apply for the 15hr free childcare on the GOV website but I cannot seem to confirm my identity. I am from EU with a permanent settlement status, but I do not have UK passport. The other option is credit reference questions but I neither of these apply so I cannot use the services. Can I get my partner t...

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Entertaining baby

I’m looking for ways to keep my 9mo entertained whilst I’m working. I’ll be going back to work part time in a couple of weeks and I work from home. I am not technically meant to have my baby during work hours but I have had a bit of a hard time finding a childminder. My SIL will have him for the first couple of week...

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Common issues (ages 1-6)

What are some common issues you encounter as a toddler mom? Share what are some things that you struggle with?

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Am I being dramatic?

So my partners family live just over an hour away and have on numerous occasions asked my partner to bring him over on the train, which I've said no to. Firstly, I'm not comfortable with him going all that way without me as hes been with me 24/7 since being in the womb! And secondly I just feel like if they want to ...

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Potty training or taking advantage of the weather?

I had planned to use the next couple days to focus on potty training but I feel bad keeping her in all day when the weathers so nice :/ so do I wait til the next rainy day?

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Anyone else’s LO?!😂

My 16 month old is obsessed with playing with the hoover and sweeping brush?? Not bothered about it being on just likes playing with them?? He’ll play with this for hours but isn’t interested in any of his toys??🙃

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On the go snacks/food

The weather is nicer and I've got 2 weeks off for Easter holidays so need to try to keep a rowdy 13 month old busy. Planning to spend as much of the day outside as possible. I don't always want to rely on getting food out so I'm looking for your recommendations for on the go snacks and lunches, preferably that requi...

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Day 4 BLW

We’ve just started BLW for my 6 month old who was showing the signs he was ready for food. It’s day 4 of giving him some food to try but he’s not eaten any of it, instead he just pushes it around the plate and plays with it. I tried to spoon feed him some but he’s going ‘tight lipped’ so none is able to go in. Woul...

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