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Mums and Dads to make the most of family life in Essex:
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and receive
help and advice or just chat about your day. We have the most
comprehensive events listings around, as well as great ideas for the
whole family, whether your children are babies, toddlers, kids or
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choose your area and take a look at the Essex Mums calendars, featuring
events, classes, groups, sports, things to do for parents and more.
Everything from a picnic in the park to a major summer festival - it's
all listed here!
Check
out our fantastic Alternative Shopping Guide for some lovely unique and
unusual shops, the Product Guide for some great ideas, or see what
other Essex Mums have to say in our Product Reviews section
Looking
for something to do with the family? Somewhere local and cheap or maybe
a trip further afield? Take a look at our guide of places to go and
comment on where you've enjoyed, and even where you haven't!
Then
enter one of our great competitions and win everything from goodies for
little ones to treats for yourself.
Check
out our brand new Pregnancy and Parenting section, full of fantastic
articles written by Essex Mums! 
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a look at the Essex Mums map to find information about what's on near
you - you can search by postcode, or look for a particular area, and
can find details of parent & toddler groups, classes, clubs,
nurseries and things to do both indoors and outdoors
The
Places to Eat section contains listings and reviews of restaurants and
cafes, so that parents make informed choices about where their family
can enjoy a meal, and where might be best to avoid. 
Looking
for local shops and services? Then take a look at our Directory.
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9There may still be a winter
chill in the air but it won't be long before
Spring is in bloom. Make sure you are up to date wih all the best
events for Spring and beyond.
Search by area by clicking below or look at the Things to Do
section for all areas
You can also get some ideas for great days out by looking at the
Places to Go section or search our map to see what's near you
Contact me on louise@essexmums.org to list an event
Spring is in bloom. Make sure you are up to date wih all the best
events for Spring and beyond.
Search by area by clicking below or look at the Things to Do
section for all areas
You can also get some ideas for great days out by looking at the
Places to Go section or search our map to see what's near you
Contact me on louise@essexmums.org to list an event
Event
Suessical the MusicalKenneth More Theatre 19th - 21st April
‘Seussical The Musical’ is a fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza weaving together many of Dr. Seuss's characters and stories into one plotline.
Click here for more information
Class/Group
Talking Tots, SouthendEach Talking Tots session is carefully designed by experts to help every child build social confidence and communication skills – the cornerstones of a happy and healthy life!
For times & venues, click here
Article
Do I Need to Stop Breastfeeding?"It seems like no sooner have you and your new baby mastered the art of breastfeeding than the question of “how long?” comes up,,,. So how far ‘beyond’ is ok? "
Read the full article here
Place
Tumbletown, BasildonEnjoy a friendly welcome and a fascinating journey into the past.. Based in a lovely historic Tudor building and with free entry for all, you will find permanent displays, special exhibitions, and family friendly resources.
Click here for more info
Shopping
Guide Product
Girls Green Embroidered Corduroy Summer DressThis beautiful green corduroy summer dress features an embroidered flower and butterfly applique and is hand made from quality natural materials by Powell Craft.
Shopping Guide - see more!
Review
Spot’s Birthday Party at Palace Theatre, Westcliff"Spot’s Birthday Party is a fun and engaging treat for little ones. It was a great chance to introduce my little ones to the theatre, with a show where they could join in and feel part of the experience..."
Read Allison's full review here
Looking for advice and
information about
pregnancy or parenting?
For pregnancy advice and chat, try the forum, where you can share your due date, discuss names, put a question to our midwife or just have a natter about how you feel while you wait for baby.
If you're interested in everything to do with being a parent, you can find parenting groups, browse the existing threads or just ask some of our friendly forum mums for advice - you can guarantee someone has been there before!
You might also like to check out our brand new Pregnancy and Parenting section, full of fantastic articles written by Essex Mums! It's a new section so might not have everything you're looking for but new articles are being added all the time so keep checking back!
For pregnancy advice and chat, try the forum, where you can share your due date, discuss names, put a question to our midwife or just have a natter about how you feel while you wait for baby.
If you're interested in everything to do with being a parent, you can find parenting groups, browse the existing threads or just ask some of our friendly forum mums for advice - you can guarantee someone has been there before!
You might also like to check out our brand new Pregnancy and Parenting section, full of fantastic articles written by Essex Mums! It's a new section so might not have everything you're looking for but new articles are being added all the time so keep checking back!
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