'The aim is simply to raise awareness, so women don't sleepwalk into infertility'

Kate Garraway and Zita West

Webchat: Kate Garraway and Zita West came online today to talk about their role as ambassadors for the Get Britain Fertile campaign, which uses an image of a pregnant, 70-year-old Kate to raise awareness of the risks of postponing pregnancy. Read the full thread to see their responses to Mumsnetters' criticisms that women are already aware of the risks - and that men should have been targetted too. 

Iodine deficiency in pregnancy 'can lower IQ'

In the news: A new study suggests that a lack of iodine - found in fish and dairy - during pregnancy could be dimming the intellect of some babies born in the UK. Are you concerned?

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Depilation: do you? How to

Shaving

Summer beauty week:  No, we don't have to depilate; we can let our hair grow wild and free, and be no less womanly for it. But should you want to, here's how Mumsnet advises you go about it.


Mary Berry: 'Licking the bowl's the best bit!'

Webchat: Mary Berry came into Gransnet today to answer your questions on everything from why cakes sink to whether she uses a microwave. Here's what she had to say.

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How much?! Children and online bills

Child on mobile

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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Quick make-up tips

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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!

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Pregnancy calendar

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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...

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Ovulation explained

Use our ovulation calculator to figure out your most fertile days - and take a look at our advice on preparing for pregnancy and what to do if you're struggling to conceive.

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Weaning babies

Baby self-feeding pasta

Your questions answered: Worried about when and how to move your baby on to solid food? We've distilled MN wisdom on the messy business of moving your baby on from a milk-only diet.

Potty training

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