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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Pregnant BAME women to get extra support, says NHS England

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Playgrounds are re-opening – and here’s what parents need to know

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World Ocean Day today Best aquariums and marine life webcams and livestreams to watch for free online

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Does my baby or child need a face mask?

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Updated What is this serious new child illness? Is it connected to coronavirus and could it affect my child?

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Can childminders re-open now – or not?

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Best free online exercise classes to keep kids active

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Family & Kids Recipes

3 brilliant rainbow cakes and biscuits to bake with your children

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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