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We did it ourselves in the end. My older children were the lego masters! I spent about ?50 on a basic box of lego and then set them challenges of what to make. They took handfuls of it home instead of a party bag so worked out much cheaper!

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Hi, Has anyone hosted a Mini Engineers Lego kids party or has your child been to one? I am thinking of having one for my son's birthday but just wanted to see if they are any good first! Thanks Julia

Participants required for a Focus Group We are conducting research on behalf of a large charity and are looking for participants to attend an informal discussion group. We are trying to get an even split of male and female participants. If you donate to charity and have a family member or friend who has been affected by breast cancer we would like to hear from you. The group will take place in Paddington on Thursday 16 May, 10.30 - 12pm and you will be paid ?40 for your time. If you are interested in taking part please PM for more details. Thanks Julia

I am still looking for a couple more people to attend my focus group. I know it is now short notice, but if you would like to take part please PM me. Thanks Julia

Thanks to everyone who has contacted me so far. I will come back to you today with details Julia

Hi - my children went to that nursery for a couple of years and I used denmark hill station - takes 5 mins to walk there. I used to park outside the nursery and walk up

Parents required for Focus Group I am conducting research on behalf of a local mum who is launching a new food product and am looking for parents who would be prepared to participate in a focus group. The research will consist of a 90 minute informal session with 5 - 6 participants. The session will be run by an independent researcher and will allow parents to give feedback on the product branding and packaging concepts. In return for your time, you will receive ?15 cash. We will of course provide lovely coffee, tea and pastries?. If you are interested in helping, you must meet the following criteria: 1. Have at least two children between the ages of 4 and 11 2. At least one of your children must be age 7+ 3. Purchase or have purchased in the past 2 months, at least 2 of the following foods products: - Children's smoothies - Children's yogurts (frubes, munch bunch, petit filous or similar) - Cheese strings, cheds, baby bell cheese - Ready made Pizza (for adults or children) - Fresh or frozen ready meals (for adults or children) - Cheerios or similar cereal for children - Kiddylicious snacks - Fruit flakes, fruit peelers, school bars or similar - Nature Valley bars - Harvest bars - Cadbury Brunch Bars - Pom Bear crisps - Walkers Stars - The Natural Confectionary Company products The focus group sessions will be held during the day on Friday 1st February in East Dulwich (in a place where parking is easy and free). There will be two separate sessions for participants to choose from; 9.30am - 11.00am or 11.30am - 1pm. If you would like to be involved please PM me, telling me the age of your children and which session you would be available to attend. Thanks for taking the time to read this post and please forward it to any parents you feel might be interested. Julia

Got it. Thanks so much. Julia x

Hi, I think I saw a post on here a while ago with a mum talking about going back to work. It became a long thread as we all had the same concerns! Can anyone remember and point me in the right direction please? Thanks Julia

I have a 3 year old at the nursery on Mondays and Fridays and have given my notice for him to leave so he can go to a school nursery. The ONLY reasons for leaving are practical ones. It is a fantastic nursery and we will be sad to leave. I am due to leave at the end of this term but wondered if there was anyone out there who might be interested in taking his place before then? Please PM me if you are looking. Thanks Julia

I have a family ticket for a private view of the new display / installation at the Museum of Childhood. It is called 'The Stuff of Nightmares' (yes it is for children!). http://www.vam.ac.uk/moc/whats_on/exhibitions_and_displays/the_stuff_of_nightmares/index.html It starts at 6.30pm. If you would like it please PM me. I am in Colyton Road and you would need to collect the ticket from me. Thanks Julia

Stubcroft farm is about an hour and a half away and is a lovely campsite. Beautiful beaches a short drive away and shops / cafe etc a ten min walk away. You can book in advance and the facilities are good. stubcroft farm campsite

This hotel is great. Very family friendly with good family rooms. They cater for children and have a good pool and baby listening service. It's near Camber Sands (if the weather is good) or Rye which is really pretty. We have stayed there a few times. Flackley Ash Hotel

Two of my children went there from 8 month old until they started school. The only reason I have not sent my youngest is that I am no longer working. It's a great nursery and both mine were very happy there.