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Quote of the week

David Cameron on whether The Thick of It accurately represents the Conservative publicity machine: "I love The Thick of It. V funny... but only true about the other lot (not)."

 

Recipe of the week

penguinmum's creamy fish pie: smoky, seasonal fish in a creamy white sauce with grated, rather than mashed, tatties on top - a meal of the highest comfort-food order.

Tip of the day

Only the very brave wear clothes with no pockets when they take their children out. tigermoth

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Mumsnet webchats

Tory leader David Cameron

The Conservative leader got quizzed on loads of topics during a live (and very lively) discussion. He answered questions on topics including help for families of children with disabilities, Tory plans for education, the armed forces, childcare vouchers, care homes, education, civil partnerships, the NHS, breastfeeding and more. Watch our clip from the webchat.

Best website

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We're No 1

Yay!! The Telegraph puts us tippety top of its list of Best Family and Kids websites. Take a bow all round. We're quite giddy with pleasure.

Mumsnet campaigns

We Can Do It posters

All in a good cause

We want to harness the might of MN to campaign for things that matter. So over to you for ideas.


Parenting news

Rolled up newspaper

Kids losing touch with fathers

One in three children loses touch with a parent – usually their father – after a divorce, reveals a study of 4,000 parents; private schools feeling the pinch...

Election 2010

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Mumsnet election

"Just as Worcester Woman was the symbolic swing voter in 1997, so next year's poll will be the Mumsnet election." (The Times, 17 Nov).


THE EVERYDAY KITCHEN waitrose new
Waitrose has been in collaboration with Mumsnet to produce a web series showcasing how quick and tasty culinary achievements can be an everyday feature in your kitchen. Click HERE to watch the final episode and to try this week's recipes.

HALIBORANGE
new hali logo
Struggling to entertain the troops? Help is at hand, as Britain's Got Talent stars Flawless have used their skill and passion for dance to create a series of tutorials for the Haliborange Shiny School.


Christmas cards

Mary, Jesus and one of the wise men

Ho, ho, ho

Get some funny Mumsnet Xmas cards and at least you'll have a giggle writing them. Ten cards for a fiver and all proceeds go to Kids Company.

Book club

Mrs Tim of the Regiment book jacket

Book of the month

Your pick for November is Mrs Tim of the Regiment, a witty tale of British army life at the turn of the last century. We'll be discussing it on 7 Dec.


Baby name finder

Baby sitting

Tarquin or Timothy?

Aisha or Alison? Find out Mumsnetters' predictions for the names you're thinking of - and then feel free to add your own personal prejudices preferences.

Christmas shopping

Pile of Christmas presents

Save time and money

Browse before you buy, shop in Mumsnet mall and get member discounts. It's a wrap!


Competitions

Winning ticket

Win a Wii console

Plus a year's supply of personalised cards from Hallmark, a stash of Bob the Builder toys, Sleepy Igglepiggles or Purity skincare goodies.

Pregnancy

Pregnancy: The Mumsnet Guide book cover

Mumsnet guides

Already pregnant? Planning a baby? Arm yourself with our latest guide, and draw on the wit and wisdom of Mumsnetters at every hormone-sodden stage.


Food

November seasonal food - squash

Family meals

All the ingredients you need: what's in season, budget eats, children's party food, meal planners and delicious recipes.

Product reviews

Red trike

Trikes, pushchairs...

...days out, highchairs, cots, slings, tents, holidays, books, DVDs and much, much more. All chosen and reviewed by experts - you.


Mumsnet Local

Ballet pumps

Meet other mums

Need a dance class or toddler group? Want to know about summer holiday playschemes? The answer is your Mumsnet Local site.

Travel

Deckchair

Family holidays

Pick up advice from the experts – that's you – on stress-free holidaying (home or abroad) with your family, plus packing checklists.


10:10 campaign

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Take the pledge

Find out about the 10:10 campaign and what you can do to cut carbon emissions. (If you already are, please tell the rest of us what we should be doing!)

Mumsnet TV

Toddler texting on potty

Birth and beyond

Watch edited clips from the Discovery Channel parenting series Carrie and Justine did way back when. And don't miss our very own videos, starring Mumsnetters.

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