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For those that have (or are soon to have) children. The motherhood section contains hints and tricks will help you to do things cheaper, quicker and more efficiently.

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Christmas & New Year, Lifestyle, Motherhood, Seasonal

Family New Year’s resolutions: make changes together

05/01/2021

As a New Year begins, our minds turn to resolutions. The goals you set will depend on the things that…

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Baby & Toddler, Motherhood

Thrifty things to do in Autumn with your toddler

01/12/2020

I love it when the seasons change. I think that one of the best things about living in the UK…

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Baby & Toddler, Motherhood

Arthur, mummy and the double electric breast pump

10/11/2020

When my son arrived I became an ‘exclusively pumping mum’. That means that he didn’t nurse directly from my breast…

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Baby & Toddler, Motherhood

Solo parenting: how to survive two weeks on your own

06/10/2020

I have no idea what it’s like to be a single parent and this article isn’t about me proclaiming that…

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Baby & Toddler, Motherhood, Pregnancy

6 advantages to buying a second-hand pushchair

29/09/2020

It’s not a shock to anybody that babies are expensive and one of your biggest outlays is a pushchair. But…

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Motherhood, Pregnancy

What to pack for labour: hospital bag additions

15/09/2020

If you’re expecting a baby, then it’s advisable to get your labour bag packed from around 35 weeks. Aside from…

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Baby & Toddler, Money, Motherhood, Save It

How to save money on maternity leave

08/09/2020

Everybody knows that having a baby is expensive and costs can easily spiral whilst you’re on maternity leave. I found…

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Baby & Toddler, Motherhood

Fill your baby keepsake box: 10 simple ideas

04/08/2020

I love the idea of creating a baby keepsake box, as it’s something nice to look back on with your…

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Motherhood, Pregnancy

Your induction hospital bag: 10 items you need to pack

03/07/2020

Some babies come into the world on their own accord, but others need a helping hand. According to the BBC,…

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Baby & Toddler, Motherhood

10 things to do with your toddler this summer

26/06/2020

It’s officially summertime and we’re all hoping we will get some sunny more days to enjoy. If you’re wondering what…

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Hello! My name is Claire (Stapo to some) and I created Stapo's thrifty life hacks.  I'm 35 and I live and work in Greater Manchester with my partner (Mr St) and our son, Arthur (aged two). Mr St and I...

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