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Screen time

Are we doing screen time with our little ones. My lil boy 4 months old. What should I do with him when I’m trying to chill?

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Entertaining baby?

what is everyone doing to keep your 6/7 week old occupied during wake windows? my little girl just fusses and cries till she's either fed or she just falls back to sleep, we talk to her and she's started smiling but gets very fussy if she's not talked too and she doesn't like being put in her swing she just shouts a...

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Jumperoo Alternative?

My 6 month old just wants to be on his feet ALLL the time, we have a jumperoo which he absolutely loves and would spend all day in it if I let him.. but obviously he only has a few mins at a time just to burn some energy really.. Other than holding him and allowing him to stand, what other toys or things are safe ...

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Taking a 7month old abroad

So my baby atm is only 3 weeks old but I’m looking to book a holiday next year June so bubs will be 7months. Looking to go zante Greece Has anyone taken a 7m abroad? How was they on the plane? Do I need to take a travel cot with me? How does carry on luggage work with a baby? I’m basically just curious how it all...

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Independent play

My LB doesn't play independently. Even if I am in the same room, he will want me to play with him all the time. I can't get many chores done or even have a cup of tea for a minute unless the TV is on, which I am trying to limit. Don't get me wrong, I enjoy playing with him but it would be nice to have 5 or 10 mi...

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Help with gift for 2 year old girl

Hi guy, I have two boys and I have no idea what to get my niece who is two for Christmas this year. Any ideas?

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Alton Towers

Anyone been to Alton towers with toddlers? The CBeebies land is it good for one day or two days? My lo loves in the night garden. Looking at staycation next summer and wondered if it’ll be suitable for a near 2 year old? Any help or experiences welcome xx

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Help with presents for 2 year old girl

Hi all, I have 2 boys so no idea what to get a girl. My niece is 2 and I have no idea what to get her this year. Can anyone help me 😅🙏

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Christmasss

Christmas gift ideas for a 3 year old girl who will be 4 a few months after christmas she has everything i can think of already 😩

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Boredom busters on mat leave

Patiently waiting for little ones arrival (due Dec 16th) finding it difficult transitioning from such a busy job to literally doing nothing on mat leave. Does anyone have any ideas of things to do, such as activities etc. house is sparkling, getting out for walks when I can etc. any recommendations welcome before I ...

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Book recommendations

I want to get my 11 month old some new books for his birthday and Christmas but not sure which to get. We have a lot of the that's not my books and want to branch out! Any recommendations would be gratefully received!

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Fun for 2 year old

Hi 👋 I'm first time in Manchester ,we stay till Saturday. There is any shopping center with soft play? Or any fun place to take my 2 year old boy preferably with food on the side. Thx

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Anyone else having another December baby next month?

I feel like a right schmuck for having another Dec baby, due xmas day this time! we are not good at maths 😅 But most annoyingly- what are you doing for your toddlers bday? He was born on 11th and i think I will have a party on sunday 15th, n cut a cake in a local shopping centre then have friends/family go with…

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Play area for toddler

Okay so I need some suggestions for a play area for my 19 month old daughter. I need a spot for her to play on her own while I get things done around the house. I’ve looked at the 50 x50 playpen but I’m afraid that’s too small. I don’t want her to feel like she’s in jail. Share your ideas please. Pictures too would ...

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Should I let my 2.5 yr old watch the Parade on tv?

I’ve never let her do screen time and she’s never watched TV before. I really want to watch the Macys Thanksgiving Parade as that was my tradition growing up, but I’m nervous about letting her start it

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Christmas Presents

What are you getting your child for Christmas this year with her birthday being so close to Christmas we always struggle to find what to get her for Christmas as it feels like she has everything . Any ideas of Christmas presents / any toys / educational items that are good for this age group ?

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