Community Posts, Tips & Support on Health & Wellbeing

I'm a first time mom, due with a baby girl in February 24th, I'm 21 and I wanna make some mom friends around my age

Thinking of getting a toniebox for either birthday or Xmas present. Has anybody got one and are they actually good?

Ok, so I just got divorced. The legal fees including the lawyer racked up so much my electric got turned off as a result of me trying to keep up with legal payments and the other bills. I do work and I do live within my means. I've even cut back on several things just to save money in areas. I canceled my phone serv...

So I had my baby a week ago today, completely in the newborn bubble and making the most of time with our daughter and newborn baby. Three of my friends have messaged me today, asking if we are free on certain days next week as they want to come meet my son. All of these friends have children so know how important th...

So I have a 18 month old and I think I might be pregnant… I have been working at my current job for a few years but want to leave, I’m currently on uc as a single mum and I’m renting out my own place. What is going to happen to my uc and maternity payments now, I know I won’t be able to work enough to earn the mater...

Those applying for maternity allowance (I’m self-employed) how long did it take you to hear back once you submitted your application? I’ve applied for mine to start early due to hyperemesis & not being able to actively run my business! Thank you

Does anyone know of any afternoon playgroups?? I can only ever find morning ones! Preferably on Tuesday/thursday/friday. (My little one is nearly 2 for preference)

I’m currently 5 months pregnant and after I really rocky pregnancy because of my partner I’ve decided to separate from him. I’ve received no support and quite honestly he’s made my pregnancy hell. He wanted me to abort the baby although this was planned and we were TTT. Fast forward to now, I need to move into a b...

Anyone on the injection for contraception? What are your thoughts. (UK)

Any new moms looking for a bestie in the Edmonton area? 30 years old, recently got married and expecting our first baby in December. My husband is my best friend and I’m craving some girl time lol.

What's on your kids lists? I know it still early 😂 My daughter loves EVERYTHING and we're going to be cross country so have to keep it small and I'm drawing blanks 😭

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So I just started my weaning journey and I’m looking to get a steamer blender.. Which product is best for that? I have found these 3 on Amazon but not sure maybe there’s something better. Also maybe use the blender for soup making too.

I’ve got a two year old and just found out I’m pregnant with baby #2 I really need to find a work from home job so that there’s no issue with getting to and from work my husband an I are going through a lot right now I don’t know what else to do

What is everyone getting there almost 4 year old for Christmas? I know people will start asking and I'm just not inspired, for little gifts or something bigger from mummy and daddy. Any suggestions?

Hi, can anyone help me understand this sentence please. "Adjusted net income is total taxable income before any Personal Allowances and less certain tax reliefs" Does it mean to include personal allowance or minus personal allowance? I don't quite understand what "before any personal allowance" means.

If you're comfortable sharing it please. I'm finding it hard to get a career going that's going to offer me flexibility. I have very little help. What do you guys do and do you enjoy it and is it flex so that you can be there if your kid gets sick etc

TMI but I need someone to put my head at ease I’ve got different blood to my baby so I require anti D I always worry that during sex my bump might be being pressed on too much or wobbling too much anyone else had this basically just need someone to tell me my boy is okay in there 🤣

Hey not sure if anyone will know but assuming someone else is in the same position as me, i have just printed off the form to fill in, and there's a section about my partner where i have to include his address and national insurance number. i am not in a relationship with nor am i in any contact with the baby's fath...

I’m 20 weeks pregnant. Other than still getting abit of sickness and fatigue I feel generally okay. I’m still managing to work my 9-5 fine, but socialising or going out seems like a chore. I’m not anxious or depressed, I just don’t have any want to go out and do anything or talk to anyone, replying to messages has e...