Helen Brown

Helen is Deputy Editor of MadeForMums. She's been a parenting journalist for umpteen years and is the author of Parenting for Dummies (Wiley, £17.99). She has 3 boys and a heavy-duty washing machine.

Recent articles by Helen Brown

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Baby Development

Fun, brain-boosting activities to do at home with your baby

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Easy, brain-boosting activities to do with your schoolchild at home

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Learning & Play

Easy, brain-boosting activities to do with your toddler at home

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Learning & Play

Easy, brain-boosting activities to do with your preschooler at home

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6 Facebook safety rules every new parent should know

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Pregnancy Health

Is it safe to drink alcohol in pregnancy? The latest guidelines

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22 of the best toys for 3 year olds

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Breast & Bottle Feeding

Why does it hurt when I breastfeed? How can I ease the pain?

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The new ‘gender inclusive’ dolls – from the makers of Barbie

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Pregnancy Health

Early miscarriage: what happens and why

Frequently asked questions: MadeForMums Toy Awards 2019

Categories for MadeForMums Toy Awards 2019

What are the MadeForMums Toy Awards?

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Breast & Bottle Feeding

How to breastfeed: what to expect and what to know

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MadeForMums Toy Awards winners Tested by kids and their parents