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Pavel and his team are genuinely lovely guys. Nothing was too much trouble. Pavel gave us a professional and competitive quote and his team were professional, friendly and efficient. We stood around with nothing to do while we watched them pack and move our house into storage. They took care of everything. We felt like we were in good hands and would recommend And Move highly.

Thanks to all for your feedback! We're going to have a look at Howdens but I guess now starts the question of finding a reliable builder and someone who is available soon ish! If you've worked with a reliable builder or kitchen fitter that you would recommend, then please do share their contacts. Thanks a lot!

Hi, We are starting the arduous task of getting a new kitchen and wondering if anyone has any experience of IKEA kitchens? Their website looks quite comprehensive but wondering if it will stand the test of time? We want something midrange I guess, but haven't got a fixed budget yet. Would love to know your thoughts, or any experiences positive or negative. Cheers

Just having this exact same conversation with my husband. We're getting 2.5 year old, second son, superman fancy dress, a Thomas train for their track and some more duplo. He also loves his castle pop up tent so I am sure that the teepee idea will be much loved.

Hi, I am part of a group of parents organising a meet up before the children start in Reception at Dulwich Village Infants next week. We are just trying to get an idea of whether Friday lunchtime, Saturday or Sunday will be the best day. It will likely be Dulwich Park if the weather is dry or the Plough if the weather is dodgy/wet. If your child is starting reception and you would like to join us, then please drop me a PM with your email and I will keep you in the loop. Thanks Clare

My son was quite well potty trained when he started pre school but went through a patch of pooing pants when he was quite constipated. Although staff were happy to deal with it/clean up etc, they pretty much just chucked all his poo pants in the bin - so maybe just a thought to buy loads of primark / cheap pants and send extras in for him? Sorry no advice to add other than waiting it out. You might find he gets better, as at my son's pre school, they used to march the whole class to the loo twice per session. Good luck!

I also came across a website called 2 to 3 days and they are a recruitment agency specialising in part time work for mums. x

I would love a drama type option for my 4 yo son. Agree that in the summer hols tea time can be a bit more flexible and creep later, as I am sure bedtimes will too...

St Saviours Church hall on Herne Hill Road, ?33 per hour I think and they have space for bouncy castle, right next to Ruskin park.

Muddy Boots is a lovely outdoor playgroup and I think it's on Monday and Friday at the Devonshire Road Nature Reserve, if you check out facebook I think the page is called Muddy Boots at Devonshire Road. Drop in, run by a lovely mum called Holly and if you have a little chap who likes trains then there is a train line at the bottom of the nature reserve where you see trains every 5-10 mins :) I think I paid ?10 for two kids (maybe ?6 and ?4?) and then Holly also provides a biscuit and squash or hot choc! x

We went to Whippersnappers Grotto in Dulwich Park today and it was great. We had a very nervous 3.5 year old and 18 month old, no issues with a buggy, we just parked it outside (might be an issue if it was raining that day I guess) and they were great with our older one who was quite worried at the thought of meeting Santa. Lots of things to do, making toys, decorating biscuits, colouring, stories, meeting santa and a picture to take home. Recommend.

Thanks Steve! He fixed a blockage in my condenser dryer and also replaced the seal on my washing machine within about 30 mins! Thoroughly recommend the Spin Doctor

Another recommendation needed please.... What is the best type of semi permanent/gel nails are the best for soft nails? I've got really weak nails and don't really ever have manicures but looking to get some gel/shellac style nails done for Xmas, but don't want to have horrible nails when they come off. If anyone can recommend which brand/type that would be amazing Thanks

Thanks guys. The problem is that if I make my own, I will eat them all in a day!!!