8 top tips from real mums about what becoming a new mum
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8 top tips from real mums about what becoming a new mum

From old wives tales to books and research about the best way to take care of your new baby, it seems everyone has something to say about something that you now feel you know little about.

If truth be told, you are the best person to make decisions about your new baby and how you want to feed him or her, whether you use the controlled crying method or cradle him to sleep, and when and how you start weaning.

This video has eight wonderful tips from real mums about motherhood that will inspire and empower you to make the right decisions for you and your baby.

Foodie Friday: homemade fish pie
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Foodie Friday: homemade fish pie

It can often be a struggle to get children into enjoying fish – unless it’s coated in batter and served with chips! But this fish pie recipient from Nelson’s has a mix of potatoes, cod and salmon, which is sure to turn the tables on the fish detesters.

How to give a five-minute presentation…and PowerPoint essentials
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How to give a five-minute presentation…and PowerPoint essentials

Whether it’s pitching for investment, presenting to clients, or being a speaker at a workshop, at some point in your journey there is a good chance that you may have to give a presentation.

If you’ve never given one before, there is help at hand. Grab a notepad, a cuppa and get ready to learn the essentials in less than 20 minutes.

Is it a muffin top or a baby bump?
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Is it a muffin top or a baby bump?

Whilst commuters rush around on their journey to work or business meetings, focusing on juggling their coffee, hand or manbag, free issue of Metro newspaper on route, pregnant women are struggling to get a seat.

Trying to avoid an elbow or just being knocked into while pregnant, with the side effects of dizziness, swollen feet and nausea during pregnancy is not something to smirk about.

What type of insurance do you need to drive family van?
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What type of insurance do you need to drive family van?

Many large families have trouble fitting everyone in the car. While a people carrier may be a good choice for some, if you have a particularly active family and children who play sports, and need enough boot space for pushchairs and the weekly shop then a van is becoming a popular choice for many.

How to teach children about money
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How to teach children about money

With the school summer holidays looming, the spending budget for families will be on the up as children make their purchase demands known!

This is probably a good time to teach children about managing and saving money – and today’s video gives some fantastic tips on howto do just that.

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The working mum’s guide to planning a children’s party

You got through your engagement party and made it to the wedding reception, so planning a children’s party should be a doddle, right? Remember those pre-baby days when you used to host every good dinner or night out going…this should be a breeze, right?

But what looks like a piece of cake, may turn out to be a lot more work, and a tad more stressful than you thought, and you don’t want your child’s party to be the flop of the year, do you? Here are some tips to make sure you make it a success:

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A guide to supercharging your savings

With high street banks and building societies offering rock-bottom interest rates and little protection against inflation, perhaps it’s worth thinking about an alternative home for your money.

If you have an adventurous disposition and tolerance towards risk, there are various low to high risk investment strategies you may wish to consider, always remembering:

Video guide: how single parents can find time to study
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Video guide: how single parents can find time to study

Juggling children and work can be all-consuming at the best if times, but it doesn’t have to mean you have no time to advance your skills on a course.

In any career, keeping your skills fresh is crucial – especially if you want to marketable or if you have your eye on a promotion.

This video course will give you some tips and guidance on studying while raising your children on your own.

How to choose the perfect handbag for work
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How to choose the perfect handbag for work

A quick look in every woman’s closet and you’ll soon start to see a trend – lots of handbags large and small, some used, some still with the silicon sachets inside because they haven’t event seen the light of day.

Working mums are no different in that respect. But if you’re tired of choosing the wrong handbag for work and want your next purchase to also hold those important must-haves that every busy mum can’t leave the house without then this video’s for you.

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Are you really ready to start an e-commerce business? Here are give questions you should ask yourself

Starting a business is exciting and nerve-wracking. Doing it right will mean taking on a lot of responsibilities and making a lot of sacrifices. It will also mean working harder than you ever have before…but you knew that already, didn’t you?

For these reasons (among others), running a business is not for everyone. If you don’t have the right skills work ethic and commitment to operate a business, you’ll be in trouble before you make your first sale.

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Video tutorial: how to ask for and get a promotion at work

Forget about all the reports in the media that say companies are freezing pay increases. Do you believe everything you read in the papers, anyway?

The fact is, for a good employee an employer can often set a precedence and do what it takes to keep you. And a promotion can be gained even if the odds of getting one look like one in a million.

This video tutorial will show you how to ask for one.

Feeling active? Three tips on how to buy running shoes
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Feeling active? Three tips on how to buy running shoes

Thinking about starting running? Or maybe you’ve just joined the gym…whatever the fitness activity of choice, you’ll want to make sure you are keeping your feet healthy, and wearing the most suitable type of trainers.

Video: how to apply lip liner
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Video: how to apply lip liner

Do your lips look like something your toddler drew in by the end of the day? Do you look like a clown when you apply lip liner?

Fear not – this video tutorial will show you the do’s and don’ts of applying lip liner. You need never be embarrassed again!

Foodie Friday: Southern spiced chicken recipe
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Foodie Friday: Southern spiced chicken recipe

With the bank holiday just around the corner, the temptation to spend money dining out with the family is high.

But, you’d be surprised how easy it is to rustle up something all the family can enjoy – like this recipe for Southern fried chicken. Just add some finger food, desserts and punch and you’ve got yourself a good spread!

Crippling business setup costs (and how to avoid them)
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Crippling business setup costs (and how to avoid them)

Setting up a new business is something that can be very exciting, but it can also be a daunting process in a number of ways.

One of the most worrying prospects that people face when setting up a new business is the potentially crippling set-up costs that may be involved.

Do you (or someone you know) deserve to win a free van for your business?
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Do you (or someone you know) deserve to win a free van for your business?

We all know someone who is dependable, a real lifesaver who doesn’t quip at helping out at all costs.

But some people really do go to extraordinary lengths to hep people who are less fortunate than themselves, and that’s just the kind of person that Motors.co.uk is looking to reward.

The working mum-to-be’s guide to dressing a baby bump
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The working mum-to-be’s guide to dressing a baby bump

Kate Middleton is often praised for her effortless pregnancy style, as part of the celebrity bump watch. Yes, she has a clothes budget to go along with her public appearances, which allows her to wear designer items, but she also recently was spotted wearing a £30 dress from Top Shop.

There are many ways to feel chic or hip, during your pregnancy with a few simple style tricks:

How to choose a smartphone for business use
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How to choose a smartphone for business use

Today’s smartphones are the must-have tool for any business professional. These devices have the ability to increase one’s productivity and make it easier to perform work responsibilities.

With a smartphone it is possible to keep in touch with business contacts, have teleconferences anywhere, as well as process credit card payments. In the last few years, the business applications for smartphones have skyrocketed.

Shoes and interviews: three things that could cost you the job
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Shoes and interviews: three things that could cost you the job

We’ve all heard the saying “first impressions count”, and it’s even more important at job interviews. But is it enough to splurge on a new suit, or dress for an interview and hope the interviewer will bypass your flip flops?

The truth is that, even when the weather is roasting in summer, what you wear on your feet is just as important at the clothes. It’s the attention to detail that the employer will be looking at, as well as how you will represent the company, so if you show poor judgement on your footwear, it may count against you.

Here are some things to consider when planning your footwear for a job interview: