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Finding the right babysitter or nanny

GILL SOUTH 21 Dec | The first time we leave our babies with someone other than close family, is always a big step. So how do you go about finding the right babysitter?

Spoiling Christmas

spoiling_christmas90x60 MINDY LAUBE 22 Dec | Australian parents intend to spend an average of $584 on Christmas gifts for their children this year according to this week's "Toy Treasure Trove" report from BankWest.

A delicate balance: work & life

90x60_dnu_workbalance BROOKE WELLS 21 Dec | Recent surveys show Australia is one of the most overworked countries in the world. In the midst of a baby boom, many parents are feeding their kids toast in the back seat of the car on the way to child care. Is self-employment the only answer?

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    Find a Babysitter

    Never be stuck without a babysitter again! Australia's No.1 Babysitter and Nanny Directory is easy, affordable and effective.

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    My business

    Are you running your own business? Get help and advice from Essential Baby members in the My Business forum.

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    Take our member survey

    As a valued EB member, we’d love to know what you think.

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    Preparing for a babysitter

    When you hire a new babysitter, you'll want to make sure you give them all the information they need to care for your children.

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    Mum in Profile

    Well-known Aussie mums discuss the juggle of high-profile careers and motherhood. EB chats to actor and now author, and mother of five Jane Kennedy.

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    Ever used the "threat" of Santa?

    Ever used the “threat” of Santa? What tricks do you have up your sleeve to survive the silly season?

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    School holidays that don't break the bank

    Come home with change still in your pocket with EB's holiday tips.

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    Chicken rice paper rolls

    There's no need to go out when you can have it all at home.

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    New Mountain Buggy duo

    One of our favourite double prams has been updated. The stylish Mountain Buggy width has been reduced by 2cm so no more issues fitting through doorways!

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    Should I hire a nanny or a 'manny'?

    I would love to know if there are any others who dreaded b/f'ing beforehand but who found it not too bad – or even nice!

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Summer Holidays

21 things to do in the school holidays - on a budget!

Tackling childhood obesity by getting Mum fit SOPHIE BLANC 2 Oct | How does one entertain children and visitors on a restricted budget during the school holidays?

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Organise your children's carers for 2010

Finding a babysitter or nanny through an online directory is the modern way to help parents organise the right care appropriate for their needs. Find out more information on Find a Babysitter here.

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The first six months

Baby's third month: routines

eb-month-baby-sleeping_90x60 BROOKE WELLS 9 Nov | A structured routine is not the same thing as a schedule. A schedule is about time slots whereas routine is about keeping up the same daily pattern and repeating that pattern every day.

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Blackmores

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Baby on your mind?

Iodine is essential for baby's healthy brain development. If you have a baby on your mind, build your profile and discover its needs with Blackmores.

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Preparing for a babysitter

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Huggies Little Swimmers®

disposable swimpants make swimming Big Fun for you and your baby. Find out more here.

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Mum in Profile: Jane Kennedy

eb-mip-jane-kennedy-90x60 MELINA CRUICKSHANK 17 Dec | Jane Kennedy, actress, comedian, radio presenter, TV producer and director chats with EB about motherhood, work and food.

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EB Favourite

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New slimline Mountain Buggy duo

We already love the side-by-side design so both children get to see our world and now the stylish and comfortable Mountain Buggy duo is even better. It still has all our favourite features but the width has been reduced by 2cm to 73cm to help navigate those tricky doors. See Mountain Buggy

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