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First day of school coming up? Our online preparation guide for mums is here to take you through the maze

Follow our ten point plan to help you find your feet, some friends find yourself again in your new role as mum!

Has your child taken part in Team Read? Pop to your local library to pick some books for a rainy afternoon.

Is your child starting school this autumn? Tell us how you are feeling and what you are worrying about.
Whether you want advice on parenting issues and family matters, or just a light-hearted chat, you'll find support and lively debate in the Netmums Coffee House. Latest forum topics:
8:42pm Mon 18 Aug 08
Netmums Coffeehouse - Working for Yourself: Ideas and Research

Being a mum can be very isolating and, even though 60% of mums are looking to meet new friends*, it is often hard finding people to talk to. Netmums’ Meet-a-Mum message board has helped thousands of mums find friendship. Click on the ‘Join’ button above to register with your local Netmums site and take advantage of the Meet-a-Mum service and other features.
*Netmums Mum’s Life Survey 2007
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