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We are planning to travel to NYC for a wedding in November, we will (probably) stay in NYC for 3-4 days and then would like to head Upstate (with the rest of the wedding party) for Thankgiving and a couple of days if there's enough to see / do or come back for another night or two in NYC on the way back. We will hire a car to drive Upstate. Total trip maximum length is 10 days but we could go shorter. It's just my partner and I and our daughter who will be nearly 3. Can anyone recommend places to go Upstate? The family will be based in Woodstock but is there anything to see / do around there at this time of year? I know it will be cold so hoping for some festive stuff and family friendly stuff really? Also if anyone wants to recommend a family friendly place to stay then please go ahead. We are OK for the NYC bit as been before but a bit stuck on Upstate. Many thanks!

we are moving out of our house in a few weeks and I would like to organise the above. Last time I used our regular cleaner who didn't do nearly enough of a thorough job, we now have a different cleaner who is fantastic but sadly not available on the date we need it. Can anyone recommend anyone locally? Thanks

Hi, My 2.5yr old daughter has some problems with saying particular sounds (mostly eee, ooo and y sounds). Her nursery have recommended referring her to the SLT team which is good but I've just spoken to them on the phone and the wait time is 18 weeks. We are actually leaving the area in 2 months relocating up North and I am wondering if there's anyone she could see privately sooner? Many thanks

My partner and I have (finally) decided to crack on with getting married (engaged 2 years and have a 2 yr old daughter). We are planning to have a low key registry office wedding (not yet booked) hopefully in late September this year with family only attending. Before we book the registrar I am looking for suggestions on places for a family lunch that have: - Private room for 14 people - Disabled access and toilets (94 yr old grandma attending, not in wheelchair but can't do stairs / walk far) - Will allow us to have 3 children under 5 eating (causing havoc) in the room too - Yummy food and wine Budget not really a huge issue as there's so few of us so happy to splash out a bit. We live in ED but will happily go anywhere in central ish London. The wedding will be on a Thursday or Friday with late lunch afterwards. Anyone have any ideas? Thanks

These guys are based in Nunhead and have a ?100 off for any bookings made this month! I've seen them play at a few gigs and they really get the crowd going! https://www.facebook.com/CoverFlowBand

Have a look at Neilson holidays. We've been to two of the Greek resorts for the first week of October, weather mostly sunny and hot. I would imagine the resorts in Turkey will be hotter/sunnier at that time also. Excellent holidays with brilliant childcare (which is free for over 2s).

Thanks, I will definitely check out Ivydale again next week when everything is back up and running! Midivydale will PM you.

Hello, We have recently moved to the Nunhead area, on Athenlay Road towards the Honor Oak end. I'm hoping to find some play dates for my daughter who is 19 months locally and also meet some new mums/dads. I work 2.5 days a week but we are always free on Mon & Tues and some Fridays too so if anyone is around with a child of a similar (ish) age and would like to meet up in the park / dish & spoon / garden then let me know. I know there are quite a few things on at Ivydale school, are there any other groups nearby that people would recommend? Thanks v much

Hi, We are looking for a babysitter for tomorrow (Friday) evening for our daughter (16 months). I would ideally like someone I can meet before hand, today or tomorrow. If you're free then please PM me with your rate and references and if you're available to have a quick meet up today or tomorrow before hand. Many thanks

Hi, Is cheeky c's running today? We tried to register last wk but didn't hear back...hope it is?!

Hello, Thanks for all these tips, I managed to get her into Colourbox in the end which I really like...she starts this week!

Hi, I am running Peekaboo Nearly New Baby & Toddler sale in June at JAGS. Following our sale in April, I've done some market research into what people want at this sale other than the obvious second hand toys, clothes & equipment. I've had an overwhelming response to say that families really need more information on what is available locally in terms of classes and groups aimed at parents and their babies / toddlers. For this reason I am welcoming any local groups to get in touch with me and see how we can promote you on the day. I already have Baby Sensory coming along and doing a free session but it would be great to get some other classes/entertainment promoted there too. If you'd like to get involved please reply to this thread / PM me and I will get in touch. Thanks Cathy

Thanks very much for all the wonderful feedback so far, this has been a really useful exercise! One more week to go if anyone else would like to enter. Link is here: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/WYSRLT8 Thanks

Thanks for all the answers and comments so far, there are some really useful ideas in there so please keep them coming.

Hi, I am looking for mums to be to take part in a very short survey about how you are preparing for your new arrival. It's really quick (no more than a few mins) and is completed online. As an incentive I'll be giving away a Burt's Bees Baby 'getting started' kit to one lucky respondent when the survey closes on May 25th. Once you have completed it please reply to this thread to let me know so that I can contact the winner. Click here to take survey Many thanks & good luck!

Also some excellent maternity clothes!

Hi ED forum, We are now almost sold out of stalls for Peekaboo Nearly New on Sunday April 21st at JAGS school (just 2 left!). We have a brilliant range of things ready to go on sale including: Bumbos Cots Toddler beds Baby swings Baby bouncers Beautiful clothes including Mini Boden, Frugi, Mamas & Papas, Gap, John Lewis etc Lots of buggies, double buggies, slings and carriers (various brands) Wooden & plastic toys, bikes and ride-ons, mini kitchen Car seats Travel cots High chairs Buggy accessories; foot muffs, cocoons etc Activity gyms All in pre-used but very good condition at bargain prices! We hope to see you there between 9-12noon on Sunday 21st April. It's the perfect place to kit yourself out for a new arrival or a growing Toddler on a budget. We will also have Free Soft play, a cafe, pregnancy / beauty advice from HB Therapy and it's free to park. If you have any questions feel free to ask or PM me or go to http://peekaboo-nearly-new.co.uk Thanks a lot Cathy Peekaboo Nearly New

I had my daughter there 14 months ago after a planned home birth failed to progress. Kings were absolutely fantastic. Once I made it to the hospital the care I received and the support through labour was faultless and for me a much better experienced than the part where I was at home. I was worried I would be ignored/treated like a number etc etc and I wasn't at all, I had 2 midwives due to shift changeovers who were caring, supportive and warm. After care slightly less impressive but that was mainly due to being kept in for 4 days and getting bored/no sleep as on a ward.

Hello, There's still time to enter the Peekaboo Nearly New competition as we won't be closing it until the event on April 21st! Brilliant chance to win a fantastic massage at HB Therapy in ED. Enter at: https://www.facebook.com/PeekabooNearlyNew or Good luck www.peekaboo-nearly-new.co.uk

Sorry there was an error in the link before, It has now been corrected: http://www.facebook.com/PeekabooNearlyNew or Thanks and good luck!

Hi ED forum, Peekaboo Nearly New is launching in East Dulwich on April 21st at JAGS school. There will be loads of wonderful toys, buggies, cots, stair-gates, bouncers, slings, clothes, books, nursery furnishings will be available at great low prices. To celebrate we have also just launched a competition today to win a fabulous 70 minute relaxation or pregnancy massage with our friends at HBTherapy, Melbourne Grove, East Dulwich. To be in with a chance of winning go to our Facebook page ('share' the competition and 'like' us) [www.facebook.co.uk] or follow us and retweet our competition on Twitter: [twitter.com]. Or you can enter in person on the day at JAGS school, 21st April, 9am-12noon. Good luck!

Hi Autumn babies crew, I am sorry to hijack your thread because I can imagine it gets a bit annoying however I want to tell you about an event I am running in East Dulwich on Sunday 21st April at JAGS school. It's a nearly new sale aimed at local families where you will find good quality baby & toddler toys, clothes, maternity items, equipment etc. We have some brilliant buggies, play mats, cots, slings etc all in brilliant condition at bargain prices. On top of this there's a cafe, a designer seconds children's interiors stall (perfect for nursery decoration/curtains etc) and a soft play area (if you have other kids). I am a local mum who has set this up recently to help local families pass their once loved toys and equipment on to others. It would be great to see you on the day. Please go to our website peekaboo-nearly-new.co.uk to find out more or like us on facebook [www.facebook.com] to receive updates about what's on sale or you can PM me. Peekaboo Nearly New Judge Hall, Jags School, SE22 8TE Sun 21st April 9-12noon Entrance ?2 (children free, includes soft play for under 4s) Thanks, Cathy x

Hi Summer babies crew, I am sorry to hijack your thread because I can imagine it gets a bit annoying (!) however I want to tell you about an event I am running in East Dulwich on Sunday 21st April at JAGS school. It's a nearly new sale aimed at local families where you will find good quality baby & toddler toys, clothes, maternity items, equipment etc. We have some brilliant buggies, play mats, cots, slings etc all in brilliant condition at bargain prices. On top of this there's a cafe, a designer seconds children's interiors stall (perfect for nursery decoration/curtains etc) and a soft play area (if you have other kids). I am a local mum who has set this up recently to help local families pass their once loved toys and equipment on to others. It would be great to see you on the day. Please go to our website peekaboo-nearly-new.co.uk to find out more or like us on facebook http://www.facebook.com/PeekabooNearlyNew to receive updates about what's on sale or you can PM me. Peekaboo Nearly New Judge Hall, Jags School, SE22 8TE Sun 21st April 9-12noon Entrance ?2 (children free, includes soft play for under 4s) Thanks, Cathy x

Great Idea! My daughter has loads of hair and is just 1. I find it really hard to get clips or bobbles to stay in so that's one thing. Another would be a clip maybe with something like a bow on it that is big so she doesn't try and eat it!! Yes pretty ones that match are great but perhaps not too expensive as she loses them a lot so I wouldn't spend that much to be honest but would perhaps buy a pack of them. Good luck.

Hello, I started a post like this previously for wedding venues and we think we have found our reception venue here in ED but are currently struggling to find a ceremony venue. We need somewhere that will hold 80 people We need a Saturday hire I've looked at Beauberry house but they don't accept bookings for ceremony only until 3 months before your chosen date which is just cutting to too fine. From what I can find Southwark registry office only seats 40. I think Marylebone is too far away to make everyone travel in Saturday traffic (reception in ED). Horniman is lovely but only do Friday and very pricey!! Does anyone else have any ideas??? We are getting married in winter so venues seem more interested in ceremony only hire I just can't find one that ticks the above boxes. Thanks a lot