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5 flowers to plant in July which are impossible to kill
These flowers are perfect to plant this month and according to gardening expert Alan Titchmarsh, they'll still be around next year too
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'I’m a serial bank switcher – I've made £700 in free cash, here's how you can too'
Netmums' Amber Middleton has switched banks four times and reaped the rewards – here's how you could claim the cash for yourself
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This summer tip is the best way to get rid of garden rodents
Thanks to these tips, the rodents that have taken up residence in your garden over the last few months should soon be gone.
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Heatwave: here are the heat-resistant flowers to plant from July for a colourful garden this summer
For a colourful garden this summer, it's best to choose flowers that can withstand the heat.
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The bird that naturally repels Asian hornets from your garden
Asian hornets are a real nuisance, even more so at this time of year when the weather is warm and sunny. And there's no better way to get rid of them than with this pet, ideal for the garden, which naturally repels pests.
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This indestructible tree, found in many gardens, will withstand anything... even climate change in 100 years' time
If you're wondering which trees to plant on your property, you should know that this species will survive the climate 100 years from now.
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Here's the most common mistake to avoid if you want to see a sublime oleander bloom in your garden this summer
The oleander is a plant with dazzling flowers. But one very common mistake could prevent it from blooming in your garden this summer.
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The garden plant that pairs perfectly with the rose to create a sublime contrast of colours
A discreet but vibrant floral companion, bringing colour and harmony to a garden, the bellflower blends perfectly with rose bushes for a striking visual effect.
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Parents to get between £125 and £200 towards school uniform costs from today
The School Essentials Grant is a cash boost for low-income families with children in Reception to Year 11
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5 tips for creating a drought-resistant garden
Drought-resistant plants and watering at the right time of day can help keep your garden looking lush, even during the hottest of temperatures
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'Taylor Swift has been called a bad role model but I'll be delighted if my girls grow up like her'
After a male journalist criticised Taylor Swift and called into question whether she's a good role model, Netmums contributor Alison Perry explains why she disagrees
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The rotating pizza oven that could save you HUNDREDS off your food bill
Has your family got a pricey takeaway pizza habit? A nifty rotating pizza oven - that cooks perfect XL-sized pizzas in two minutes - could be just what you need, says Netmums’ Louisa Sherlock
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'I'm a budget mum, here's how I save hundreds on kid's birthday parties'
Try these five simple money-saving hacks for your child's next birthday party
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Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash reveal why they don't share a bed anymore
The celebrity couple revealed that parenting three young children has had an impact on their sleeping arrangements
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11 of the best baby boy names for June, according to the experts
If you’re due to have a baby boy in June, you may be still deciding upon a name or adding ideas to a shortlist. Here, a baby names experts shares her top picks
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Downton Abbey star Joanne Froggatt pregnant with first baby at 43
Joanne Froggatt has announced she is pregnant with her first child and debuted her growing bump on the red carpet
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Jenna Coleman is pregnant with her first child
The Victoria and Doctor Who actress showed off her baby bump yesterday amid marriage speculation with partner, Jamie Childs
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Top baby names inspired by soap stars
Whether you’re an EastEnders, Coronation Street or Hollyoaks fan, there's plenty of baby names inspiration to be had
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Pregnant mum asks 'was I in the wrong' to park in parent and child space?
The mum of two was confronted by another shopper despite being nine months pregnant
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‘I’m a mum-to-be – these 7 baby products are top of my wish list’
Wondering what to put on your shopping list for when your baby arrives? Mum-to-be Boudicca Prince, who is due next month, shares the top buys she’d recommend to all first time parents
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Experts warn against ditching sunscreen due soaring prices and TikTok 'anti-sunscreen movement'
Two dermatologists tell Netmum's why it's still important to protect your skin with suncream and why TikTok trends saying otherwise should be ignored.
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'I'm a doctor – here's five ways to reduce your hay fever symptoms'
Monday (24 June) marks the worst day of the year so far for hay fever – but a doctor has shared five natural ways to limit the symptoms
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I'm an expert – here's four ways to keep your baby cool in a heatwave, including using the baby-wearing trick
We've finally got the sun we wished for – and it's too hot!
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Stop giving screens to children to soothe tantrums, because it makes them worse, says new study
Parents often give their child a digital device to distract and calm them down but new research suggests it could be having the opposite effect
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‘My son’s speech improved when we ditched the dummy’
Mum of two Louisa Sherlock agrees with comments made by Vogue Williams this week about how a dummy delayed her son's speech
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Vogue Willliams sparks dummy debate as her two-year-old’s speech has 'come on so much' since ditching pacifier
TV presenter and podcaster Vogue Williams seeks help from Instagram followers on issues with toddler son's pacifier habit and surprise boost it's had on his speech
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Childcare in England is 'failing', say campaigners – pushing women out of work
Campaigners say the UK's childcare system is falling behind the rest of the world – despite being among the most expensive
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Ask Dani: ‘Hate being called a “stay at home mum"'
Love your kids but don’t like playing with them? Got a partner who refuses to wear deodorant!? Fed up of being labelled by other mums? Our resident agony aunt Dani Dyer is here to help
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New figures have been published revealing the number of children who died as a result of choking – with boys being more at risk than girls
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Leaving children home alone this summer – what's the law?
The NSPCC issue advice on whether children should be left home alone
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Curbing screen time a losing battle? Here's what actually helps and what doesn't
Certain tactics can successfully limit the amount of time teenagers spend on screens while avoiding meltdowns, according to a new study
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'I'm a mental health expert, here's why teens are in crisis right now'
TV's Dr Dawn Harper reveals the warning signs parents need to be aware of, and how you can help your teen with their mental health
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How to get your teen to spend LESS time on their phone, according to a digital detox expert
Tanya Goodin – author of ‘The Teenage Guide to Digital Wellbeing’ – shares her advice for weaning your teen off their phone
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The signs your teen is struggling during exam season – and how to help them
With teens across the country sitting their GCSEs and A-Levels this week, exam season is officially underway. But the pressure is all too real for young people, writes Lara Kilner
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‘Ghost children’ warning as thousands of children ‘give up on school’
Record numbers of children are missing most of their education, according to new research
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What is sextortion? What are the warning signs and what should parents do if they're worried?
Experts offer parents advice on how to deal with sextortion and protect your children
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Hydrangeas: 9 sublime plants to combine with in the garden for even greater beauty!
Hydrangeas can be used in a thousand different ways, planted on their own, in groups of three or five, in shrubberies, among perennials for structure, as a border along the house, to the north or west, in hedges... and, of course, in pots. The combinations are endless.
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