Fake tan fiascos: how to tackle them

Orange

Summer beauty week: If you've ever dabbled in the dark arts of fake tanning, you'll know how much potential there is for things to enter Tango territory. We've rounded up Mumsnetters' creative suggestions on how to tone things down - from lemon juice to toothpaste to, erm, Mister Muscle.

WorkFest 2013: James Caan to headline

James Caan

Thrilling news! Dragons' Den star James Caan will be headlining Mumsnet WorkFest, sponsored by Barclays, on 15 June. Want to transform your working life? Book your ticket now!

Half-term fun where you are

Half term

Local: Need ideas for things to do next week? Look no further. Our Local Editors have rounded up their pick of activities in your area, from art classes and boat clubs to museums and theatres.


Porn, the internet and our children

Teenage girl on computer

Guest blog, Eleanor Mills: A new report from the Children's Commissioner found that children are increasingly exposed to extreme pornography online - and that it's influencing their attitudes towards sex. What's being done?

Readers! It's giveaway time

A Commonplace Killing

A Commonplace Killing is a gripping murder story about the dark truths of postwar austerity Britain. Learn Love in a Week is a hilarious novel about modern marriage and family. We have 50 free copies: apply now!



'Women can sleepwalk into infertility'

Pregnancy

Webchat: Kate Garraway and Zita West came in to talk about the Get Britain Fertile campaign on age-related infertility. Read their responses to your criticism that women are already aware of the risks.

Baby names: we're here to help

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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.

Iodine deficiency in pregnancy 'can lower IQ'

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Quick make-up tips

Listen to Boots Feel Good Forum to discover quick beauty tips, and you could win £500.

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...

Campaigns of the week

The Big Lunch

Gather your neighbours and strengthen your community by holding a Big Lunch on Sunday 2 June. You can also help Z2K with its efforts to support families in financial difficulty. 

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Family competitions

Woman in Reiss dress

Our May prizes include a travel system worth £500, a complete set of the new Uniqlo clothing collection, a £500 Reiss gift card, a set of 10 Minute Solution DVDs - and more.

Ovulation explained

pregnancy test

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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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.