Guest blog: 'Nigella, Saatchi and the media - it's time to call violence against women by its name'
Glosswitch: When the media describe the images of Charles Saatchi grasping his wife, Nigella Lawson, by the throat as a 'row', a 'dispute' or even, in Saatchi's own words, a 'playful tiff', they distort their meaning. This isn't about a couple having a fight - it's about power, manipulation and the way in which disrespect for women's bodies and voices is endemic.
Mumsnet campaign: Bounty Mutiny
We're calling for a ban on Bounty sales reps in maternity wards after our survey found 82% of you think it's unacceptable for the NHS to give commercial companies access to patients. Find out how the campaign is progressing.
Knitting and crocheting: our brand new guides
Crafts: Wish you were a knitter? Secretly covet crochet hooks? Get started with our new guides to all things woolly: you'll be knocking out scarves and bags in no time.
Top 10 reasons to live in ... Hertfordshire
Mumsnet Local: Local editor Olivia offers her pick of the best her area has to offer, from child-friendly cafes and parks to her favourite hidden gem, "the sculpture trail in Broxbourne Woods".
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Webchat: Holly and Kelly Willoughby
Wednesday, 2-3pm: Holly Willoughby and her sister Kelly are joining us to discuss their first book, School for Stars: First Term at L'etoile, which is set in a performing arts boarding school. Post your questions now.
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Mumsnet storms the G8!
The lovely Bicnod is blogging on behalf of Mumsnetters at this year's G8, as part of the IF campaign to end world hunger. Follow her exploits here!
Pregnancy calendar
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Cerys Matthews: "My favourite bedtime story? Goodnight Moon"
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Best (and worst) cars to own
Survey results: How does your car rank when it comes to value for money and reliability? Find out which cars come top - and bottom - in the WhatCar? 2013 ownership satisfaction survey on Mumsnet Cars.
Readers! It's giveaway time
Daring Greatly challenges our view of vulnerability and encourages us to embrace it as a strength. Just Imagine gets your kids creating their own stories. We have 50 free copies: apply now!
Baby names: we're here to help
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.
Campaign of the week
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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.
Weaning babies
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