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We?ve just been offered a place which is great. We last visited nearly 2 years ago though so wondered if anyone had more recent experience of it. In particular what the environment is like with the little ones - playfocuused or more educational? It seems very well run. Thanks in advance

I?m relieved to read that others who have experienced just 2 hour restrictions have found its worked as I was worried it wouldn?t. I?m also a St francis Road resident and am utterly relieved that we will finally have a CPZ. I am fed up of never being able to park on my road, ferrying small children and shopping from a distance so that commuters and those getting to the hospital can park free of charge all day long. The dominoes drivers are another issue on our road. Whether that will solve this or not I don?t know....wait and see!

Hello! Does anyone have experience of using The Hypnobirthing Place? We are due to be parents for the second time and had a positive experience first time round which we credit to Hypnobirthing. Our original teacher is unavailable though. Thoughts welcomed. Thanks in advance x

Hello all, also interested in this group! Have just found out our second is due first week of May. Are most people in the Spring Babies group second timers? I don?t really use Facebook though(!) would anyone be up for a WhatsApp group? X

We live near DHFC and absolutely don't mind the football noise and we support the club. Over the past year we've been aware of some really late parties with (an amazing!) sound system that has music blaring with a roaring bass we can feel in the house. We've had to call Southwark Noise on a couple of occasions when it's been insanely loud / late but on numerous occasions it wasn't clear where the noise was coming from and by the time they actually attended it was winding down. Don't begrudge people having a party and accept that some noise will carry but the sound systems being used are wholly antisocial. Found out tonight that the venue are hiring the pitch for people to use a marquee and sound system. AIBU or should this be monitored by the club? Has anyone else noticed or been suffering this?

Morning - any recommendations of where to get name labels for kids clothing? Ideally iron on unless they don't stay stuck. Many thanks in advance

Not loads to add here but found this thread helpful as the same just happened to us. We've sent it to Buggy Pit Stop - ?60 for parts, ?30 for the repair work plus VAT. Will let you know how it ends up

Can anyone recommend an employment lawyer please? I'm returning after mat leave and I'm being offered variation of contract terms, being messed around with time scales and I've had all of my flexible working request rejected on every ground...I'm now off on sick leave worrying about how I'm going to get it sorted. Many thanks in advance

Yesterday at lunchtime, a man attempted to break into a house on St Francis Road via the back garden and back door whilst the residents were home. Police have attended etc. Just a note to remind people to be vigilant particularly amidst the hot weather when Windows and back doors are often opened for a breeze.

To all who previous helped with tips and advice thank you - we are pretty much decided on this travel system. However, we have a narrow point in our hallway as it goes round the stairs and having measured and measured, it's either going to fit (just) or sadly miss in which case we will go with a different buggy. Would anyone who has the 2015 Cruz, allow us to borrow it for 5 minutes to test drive it into the hall (we are right by ED station)?! We would really really appreciate it and a bottle of wine (or box of chocolates if you prefer) would be yours as a thank you! Many thanks in advance!

Thanks etta166 I saw this and the Which? report which mentioned the same thing. I flagged these up with my midwife yesterday and apparently the stats for their unit (Kings) is much better than those nationally which is probably to be expected. She is going to bring them to our next appointment for me :)

Hello, Anyone got a cleaner or cleaning firm they recommend? We have been using East Dulwich Cleaners (now Fantastic Cleaners) with mixed results and we are keen to change. Many thanks in advance!

Thanks All, apologies first of all as I didn't get any notification that anyone had replied! My main fear is feeling out of control followed by forceps...probably irrational. Your experiences locally are really helpful as I keep hearing positive things and about how safe it is and you've confirmed what I was hoping for. I have done some hypnobirthing and being from a sciency family really buy into the rationale behind the advice which I think may well prove essential in a home birth as you have to be able to relax! A big thing for me is not waiting on / relying on hospital staff for a drink / to queue for the loo etc etc if you're at home you can be in your own little safe bubble (with support) Thanks again x

Anyone in ED had a home birth? It's something I'm exploring for my first and I'm keen to hear about other local experiences and any tips for the process. Many thanks,

I also recommend Michele at Goose Green for pregnancy yoga on Saturday mornings. She is lovely and the classes have really helped me with relaxing and dealing with back pain x

Hello, I'm due with my first in June and would love to meet up with other mums to be! I'll PM my number x

Afternoon all, We are expecting our first this summer and cannot decide on a buggy! Initially we were considering the Bugaboo Cameleon 3 as I know from previous experience the suspension is excellent making it also comfortable for the parent pushing (I got v sore wrists pushing a bumping maclaren when I was a nanny. I'm quite drawn to the Uppa baby Cruz due to the size and similarity to the BC (I don't like the bee)and hoped to hear from others with experience of using it. In particular, how does it feel to push over bumpier ground / paving stones? I've also heard conflicting reports about the quality of the wheels - did yours wear out quickly or go well for ages? Many thanks in advance for your views!

They are similar in price for NCT / hynobirthing. Hollie is booked up so we are going to do the NCT and an essential hyponobirthing course by Lizzie of Hammond Hypnobirthing Good luck with yours! X

Hello all, Just wondering if there are any other local mums to me out there due this summer? I'm expecting my first in June...is there a local group in place for those in a similar position? If not, let me know if you fancy forming one :) x

Have a look at the Longchamp ones. Roomy but folds up when travelling or not in use. Loads of colours to choose and internal compartment for Oyster card & lipstick :)

Thanks sillywoman I've been in touch with the club already to register my interest for your Feb brunch and hypo meet :) both myself and hubby are now convinced and will be investing in NCT and Hypo classes...many thanks all for the advice x

Evening all, Expecting our first in the summer and I'm getting prep done now whilst I have some time. I'd like to pick your brains on which buggy to go for! I used to work as a nanny for many years and had a lot of experience with the bugaboo chameleon which was great. However the buffalo looks more sturdy and comfy. I'm just wondering if it's extreme and too big? Factors we are considering: 1. We need a travel system (car seat clicks into the bugaboo, cot and seat switch easily and its collapsible) 2. Space for bags/ shopping is important 3. Superficial I know but if it comes in Royal Blue all the better - some of the colour choices or patterns really put me off! We don't know if we are having a girl or boy and we've just gone with the colour we like that isn't black or cream! Does anyone have experience with the chameleon or buffalo? Which would you recommend? Or should we be considering something different altogether? Many thanks as ever! X

Stars on Gipsy Hill are FANTASTIC! Lovely ladies and really reasonably priced. I've been going there for 10+ years now and have really tricky to manage thick hair which can frizz. Their highlights are great their cuts are the best and their blow drys amazing. Every friend I've taken there is converted and I'm up to 12 and counting!!! Plus they do a discount on Wednesdays on colour - win win!