Baby childcare & work

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Getting ready to head back to work
Going back to the 9 to 5 can be daunting, but there are ways to make it work for you and your tot
24 April 2012

Insider guide to nurseries, nannies and childminders
Three experienced childcarers reveal their tips and advice for making childcare work for you
08 February 2012

How to be a mumpreneur
Want to work for yourself, but don’t know where to start? Get advice from mums who’re doing it for themselves
18 December 2011

Mums at work – your questions answered
Our working mum gives it to you straight on how to balance work and home
09 December 2011

Is self employment for you?
If you want to have a satisfying career but don’t want to leave your baby to go back to the office, working from home, or flexible office hours could be the solution
01 December 2011

Stay-at-home mum or working mum?
Thinking about going back to work? Here are some pros and cons to help decide what’s best for you
01 December 2011

The fast way to find childcare – speed childminding
If you’re looking for a quick childcare fix, why not try speed dating with childminders? Intrigued mum Becky Seers heads to her local speed childminding group to find out more…
17 November 2011

Back to work made easy
Get job confident again in three easy steps with expert advice…
20 October 2011

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Nannies - pros and cons
If you’re looking for close one-on-one care for your child, then a nanny may be your best choice. But make a note of the pitfalls too…
09 March 2011

Guide to crèches
Crèches can be a cheap and flexible option for busy mums and dads
08 February 2011

How to prepare to return to work after having a baby
From childcare to parental rights, find out the essentials to help make going back to work a little easier
23 September 2010

Mums’ guide to returning to work
About to start life as a working mum? Here’s how to ease your transition back into the career world, and ensure you’ve picked the best childcare.
24 August 2010

5 ways to take the stress out of returning to work
From picking the right work wardrobe to knowing your childcare choices, solve your work worries
23 August 2010

12 questions you need to ask when you visit a nursery
Trying to find the right nursery for your child? Here are the vital questions you should ask when you visit each nursery
23 August 2010

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Choose the right childcare for you
There’s a range of childcare options and you need to find the right one for you. Here, we explain what’s on offer for parents, and how to select the childcare that best suits your needs.
23 August 2010

Nursery choices and places - what to do and when to do it
If you’re planning to send your child to nursery, follow our countdown to making that all-important childcare decision, starting from pregnancy!
23 August 2010

Returning from maternity leave - can you change your work hours?
What can make your return to work from maternity leave easier? And can you request flexible working hours?
12 June 2009