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How to write a business plan
Once you've decided to go it alone you just need to convince your bank manager that it's a good idea. 'Kitchen Table Tycoon' author Anita Naik explains the business plan basics.
Separation anxiety
Clingy baby? Tearing yourself away from a crying child can leave you both upset, but it will get easier.
Adjusting to childcare
Leaving your baby can be hard at first, so here are a few ways to make the change as smooth as possible.
Mums at work - a juggling act
Do your childless colleagues raise an eyebrow as you rush out of the door at 4.45 again? How to stay on good terms and still feel like part of the team.
Making money working from home
Whether you are on maternity leave, or a stay at home mum eager to make some extra cash, making money from home is easier than you think.
Finding a nursery
Nurseries are a safe bet if you need reliable care around your working day - here's what to look for.
Finding a nanny
Finding the right person can take time, so don't leave it until the last minute. We tell you where to look and what to ask.
Finding a childminder
All you need to know about registered childminders - from pros and cons to how to find one and what to ask.
Choosing childcare
Finding childcare is easier if you know what to look for in advance. We tell you what questions to ask and which organisations can help you do your homework.
Flexible working
Flexible working opportunities can benefit everyone - employers, employees and their families. Most employers now recognise that it makes good business sense to provide flexible working opportunities for their staff.
Writing a business plan
Once you've decided to go it alone you just need to convince your bank manager that it's a good idea. 'Kitchen Table Tycoon' author Anita Naik explains the business plan basics.
Setting up your own business
Are you a budding entrepreneur with a great business idea, or simply looking for a more effective way to combine motherhood and work? Here's how you could be a kitchen table tycoon, writes Anita Naik.
