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Childcare costs continue to rise leaving working families out of pocket

If you’re a working mums who pays for childcare, you’ll know that childcare costs are expensive – especially if you live in London or the Suth East. And it’s not just a gut feeling,either – the 10th annual childcare costs survey from Daycare Trust, the national childcare campaign, shows that the costs of childcare continue to rise.
The survey, which is compiled yearly using figures that have been submitted by Family Information Services in England, Scotland and Wales, examines the cost of childminders, nurseries and after-school club provision, along with the availability of childcare. This year’s survey found significant rises in childcare costs for all forms of childcare.
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Really…can working mums have their cake and eat it without burning out?

Not that long ago bringing home the bacon was the father’s, and while women may have done some things that generated money, their primary and sole purpose was to raise the family.

how to be a working mumFast forward to 2012, a global economic crisis, lone parenthood and high cost of living meaning that many families can’t survive on the father’s income alone, working mothers are bringing home the bacon, too.

According to stats from the government, 50% of mums are working. For many the choice of being a stay at home mum is not financially viable, but for many mums the thought of not having some outside stimulation, or a chance to make their own money just spells misery.

So, leaving all the reasons aside, are working trying to balance too much? Is it unrealistic to expect to raise a happy family, while climbing that career ladder – or run your own business? Can you really have your cake and eat it as a working mum?

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A simple guide for mums on spread betting Forex efficiently

For many new traders, spread betting offers an affordable gateway into the world of stocks, indices, commodities and currencies. Technical terms aside (and they really aren’t that hard to get your head round after some basic training or research), spread betting can be a fantastic way for mums to earn money from home – and it’s tax free, too!

spread betting for mumsForeign exchange (often known as Forex, or simply FX) is one of the most popular traded financial products, providing attractive opportunities for savvy traders, even in volatile market conditions.

Before jumping into a trade it is important to know how to use technical and fundamental tools so that you can trade more effectively.

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The working mum’s guide to getting baby to sleep through the night

These days new mums don’t always have the luxury of taking the first few years of their baby’s life off work – for many six months to a year is the most time they can afford.

how to get babies to sleepBut going back to work doesn’t mean a newborn baby will suddenly start sleeping well, or sleeping through the night… and that means sore red eyes at work, general tiredness and even short temperedness when the sleep deprivation starts to take its toll.

So just what can working mums do to fight off the fatigue that going to work while juggling a young baby can bring? Watch this video for some tips and advice on getting your baby to sleep through the night.