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MAKE DAD THE ULTIMATE HERO WITH THE WONDERFOLD STROLLER WAGON

Looking for the ultimate Father’s Day gift? The WonderFold range of stroller wagons combines style, storage, and all-terrain power—perfect for adventure-loving dads and unforgettable family outings.

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FUNKY PIGEON IS LAUNCHING A NATIONWIDE SEARCH FOR YOUR PHOTOS THAT SHOW BRITAIN’S BEST MOTHERLY BONDS

A nationwide campaign is seeking mums, stepmums, grandmas and anyone who plays the role of a 'Mum' and their children up and down the country to submit pictures that best represent their unique bond and relationship.

The images that best represent the bonds described will be replicated as an illustration by Funky Pigeon’s designers and placed on the front of cards for others to send next...

NEW! TREATS IN TRUNKS FROM BUMBLES & BOO A thoughtful gift for ANY occasion!

Extending its hamper offering to marvellous mums, great grandmas, brilliant besties, fabulous friends or just because, Bumbles & Boo has introduced a NEW Treats in a Trunk collection . A gorgeous gift – whatever the occasion, or simply just because!

Perfect for those times you just need a little extra *something* to show you care, each ‘treats in a trunk’ include a selection of...

THIS MOTHER’S DAY GIVE A PREGNANT MAMA THE GIFT OF SLEEP

Getting comfortable in bed could be one of the greatest challenges during pregnancy. So, if you’ve got a pregnant partner, bestie, relative or colleague, why not give them the gift of sleep for their ‘first’ Mother’s Day present?

A pregnancy pillow can often become a pregnant mamas new BFF. From 20-weeks, the dreamgenii® Pregnancy, Support & Feeding Pillow will be a reliable, comforting...

5 Ways to avoid high childcare costs

1. Shift Work

If you and your partner are able to find jobs that have shift work then you may be able to work your shifts around each other to minimise the amount of childcare you will need.

2 . Try and job share with a friend or family member

You may find that your friends or family are in a similar situation to you, so you may be able to buddy up with another family and share the...

Brits favourite ‘mumerisms’ revealed in celebration of our amazing mums

‘Manners cost nothing’, ‘Close the door, were you born in a barn?’, and ‘Eat your carrots, they’ll help you see in the dark’ are revealed as the nation’s top favourite ‘mumerisms’.

As an ode to mums and mother figures up and down the country, Railcard.co.uk has polled the nation to find out what our most loved mum sayings are ahead of this year’s Mother’s Day.

Top ten ‘mumerisms’:...

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2/3 of people will not sell these popular toys despite income potential

UK survey data shows that 47% of parents and grandparents said they have no intention of selling their loved toys . 65% are planning to pass them on to their children and grandchildren. Despite the potential of additional income to offset rising living costs, most people would rather save their old valuable toys to pass down to future generations.

Marg Randles, Co-founder of Busy...

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How to Be More Sustainable for Your Children

Parenting not only involves caring for your children, but the simple acts of your lifestyle inform their actions as they grow. Children learn from what we do and how we do it, so leading a sustainable life is not only good for the environment, but it can also be beneficial for your children.

It can teach them better habits as they grow while saving the planet one piece of clothing at...

A Green Guide to Parenting: How to Be More Sustainable for Your Children

In less than three years, workforces all over the UK have become accustomed to a hybrid working system of both in office and from home. Going into 2020, the number of people who had worked a single day from home was only around 12% . This rose to almost half of employees during June 2020 and while there was a decrease after world events began calming down, the statistics were still higher...

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M&S Kids makes magic with its new Disney, Micky & Friends Collection

Marks & Spencer celebrate Disney's 100 years of Wonder this February, with the exciting launch of a new Kids collection, featuring Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and their most iconic friends.

The range brings a touch of magic from the world of Disney, embodying their treasured stories and beloved characters across a selection of clothing, nightwear and accessories.

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Surprise Your Mum with These Thoughtful, Unique Mother's Day Gifts

They say that your mother is your first friend, your best friend, and your forever friend, which is why you should treat Mother’s Day with the utmost care and consideration. Mothering Sunday has roots in the 16th century across the UK and Ireland and, like many other traditions, started with a religious purpose.

It’s primarily treated as an opportunity to thank our mothers and mother...