Fake tan fiascos: how to tackle them

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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 activities near you

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

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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!

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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.


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Iodine deficiency in pregnancy 'can lower IQ'

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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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Pregnancy calendar

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Week by week: From bundle of cells to bundle of joy, find out how your body and your baby are changing, in our calendar.


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Breastfeeding help

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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. 


Family competitions

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.

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Ovulation explained

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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.


Weaning babies

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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.

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Potty training

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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.