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Christmas craft ideas for toddlers and preschoolers
Bring out the glitter, glue and pipe cleaners - it's time to get crafty and Christmassy!
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Awkward Santa Photos
He's the jolly man in red who brings joy to all the children he sees ... in theory. In reality, Santa can be scary, a bit creepy, or just plain odd looking. Here are some of the sketchiest Santas from around the web.
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Chocolate and beetroot loaf with cashew icing
Enjoy some guilt-free holiday recipes from Carolyn Hartz's new cookbook, Sugar Free Baking.
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Sugar-free Christmas pudding
This Christmas pudding doesn't contain any everyday sugar or hidden sugars such as honey, maple syrup, rice malt syrup and agave.
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Video: Kids excited by world's worst Christmas gifts
Struggling to find last minute stocking fillers before Santa's visit this week? If this cute video is anything to go by just raid the fruit bowl in order to keep your kids happy.
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Do babies need Christmas presents?
A number of people have asked what we're getting our baby. Up until recently, I hadn't thought about it at all.
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Remembering lost children at Christmas
This December 25th will be Rachel Nobel's third Christmas without her young son Hamish, who died in a tragic accident aged just 20 months.
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Babies, relatives and coping with Christmas day
Everyone will love your baby but your baby may not be so happy to be passed around a lot of new people - nor may you want to feed with an audience.
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10 easy DIY Christmas decoration ideas
It's officially time to get into the Christmas spirit. Why not branch out when you put up your tree this year and add a personal touch with a few DIY decorations? We've found the perfect easy-to-make ways to put more festive fever into your home.
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Getting through Christmas pregnant
Follow our tips to be a healthy and happy mum-to-be this festive season.
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7 tips to kid-proof the Christmas tree
If this is your first Christmas with a toddler in the house, you may be wondering how you'll keep your Christmas treasures out of curious little hands.
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