Bed-sharing 'raises cot death risk five-fold', says study

Baby sleeping

In the news: According to research published today, the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome in babies increases significantly in cases where parents co-sleep, even when other risk factors have been eliminated. What's your reaction?

Mary Berry: live online NOW

Mary Berry

Webchat: Mary Berry - queen of bakeoffs and scourge of the soggy bottom - is in the building at Gransnet. Got a cake-y query? Ask it now!

Fake tans: your DIY guide

Summer beauty week: Yes, there IS such a thing as a good fake tan - and what's more, according to Mumsnet's resident bronzed beauties, it's perfectly possible to do it yourself.

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Campaign to 'encourage' earlier conception

Pregnancy

In the news: Kate Garraway is fronting a campaign aimed at "alerting" women to the dangers of leaving pregnancy until later in life. But are women really unaware of the risks? What do you think?

How much?! Children and online bills

Internet safety: Many 'free' children's apps come with pricey 'in-app purchases' - and the bills can come as a nasty surprise. Here are our tips to help you curb your children's spending without pulling the plug on their enjoyment.

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Local site of the week

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Baby names: we're here to help

Top 2011 baby names

Use our baby name finder to discover what a name means, whether you're following the flock and even what Mumsnetters 'predict' for your child's future based on their name.

WorkFest 2013: book now!

Bored of your job? Got a brilliant business idea but too nervous to try it? Mumsnet WorkFest, sponsored by Barclays, could transform your prospects and inspire you to start out on your own. One month to go: book your place now.

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Readers! It's book giveaway time

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Breastfeeding help

Newborn breastfeeding

Your one-stop guide: Advice on establishing breastfeeding, overcoming common problems, getting your latch sorted, breastfeeding in public, going back to work...

Campaigns of the week

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Weaning babies

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Potty training

Toddler on potty

Everything you need to know: Tips on how to tell when your toddler's ready for potty-training, and how to go about the whole messy business - plus, getting your child to stay dry through the night.