Top money-saving tips for new mums

Being a parent is probably the most expensive job of them all, but there are things you can do to cut back on costs and save the pennies. Follow these tips to keep your pockets a little fuller!


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Top money-saving tips for new mums

Jake has confirmed he will be taking part, and what's not to love about EastEnders' resident bad boy ballroom dancing in silk catsuit-like outfits?1 of 21

Jake has confirmed he will be taking part, and what's not to love about EastEnders' resident bad boy ballroom dancing in silk catsuit-like outfits?

Jake has confirmed he will be taking part, and what's not to love about EastEnders' resident bad boy ballroom dancing in silk catsuit-like outfits?

Who doesn't love Scott Mills? But is he going to be as good on the dance floor as he is at presenting his radio show?2 of 21

Who doesn't love Scott Mills? But is he going to be as good on the dance floor as he is at presenting his radio show?

Who doesn't love Scott Mills? But is he going to be as good on the dance floor as he is at presenting his radio show?

Newlywed and Saturdays' star Frankie will probably show everyone up with her amazing dance moves. Bosses think she'll bring the glamour to the show, and we can definitely see why.3 of 21

Newlywed and Saturdays' star Frankie will probably show everyone up with her amazing dance moves. Bosses think she'll bring the glamour to the show, and we can definitely see why.

Newlywed and Saturdays' star Frankie will probably show everyone up with her amazing dance moves. Bosses think she'll bring the glamour to the show, and we can definitely see why

She's a tennis coach and the mother of former Wimbledon champ Andy Murray. She used to be the eighth best female tennis player in the UK, and she's always up for a challenge.4 of 21

She's a tennis coach and the mother of former Wimbledon champ Andy Murray. She used to be the eighth best female tennis player in the UK, and she's always up for a challenge.

She's a tennis coach and the mother of former Wimbledon champ Andy Murray. She used to be the eighth best female tennis player in the UK, and she's always up for a challenge

Thom is a rugby player, and he has a taste for pretty celebrity women including Kelly Brook and Jessica Lowndes. That's about all you need to know about him.5 of 21

Thom is a rugby player, and he has a taste for pretty celebrity women including Kelly Brook and Jessica Lowndes. That's about all you need to know about him.

Thom is a rugby player, and he has a taste for pretty celebrity women including Kelly Brook and Jessica Lowndes. That's about all you need to know about him

He's used to competition after MasterChef – but usually he's doing the judging! How will Gregg take having his moves on the dance floor critiqued every week?6 of 21

He's used to competition after MasterChef – but usually he's doing the judging! How will Gregg take having his moves on the dance floor critiqued every week?

He's used to competition after MasterChef – but usually he's doing the judging! How will Gregg take having his moves on the dance floor critiqued every week?

Singer Pixie will be taking to the dance floor in September, and she said she's really excited to be competing. We've all seen what an amazing dancer Pixie is in her music videos, so we can't wait to see her on the show.7 of 21

Singer Pixie will be taking to the dance floor in September, and she said she's really excited to be competing. We've all seen what an amazing dancer Pixie is in her music videos, so we can't wait to see her on the show.

Singer Pixie will be taking to the dance floor in September, and she said she's really excited to be competing. We've all seen what an amazing dancer Pixie is in her music videos, so we can't wait to see her on the show

Essex boy Mark has admitted he isn't a 'natural' dancer, but is looking forward to taking part on SCD.8 of 21

Essex boy Mark has admitted he isn't a 'natural' dancer, but is looking forward to taking part on SCD.

Essex boy Mark has admitted he isn't a 'natural' dancer, but is looking forward to taking part on SCD

Caroline's Xtra Factor replacement Sarah-Jane Crawford slipped up, forcing Caroline to confirm she would be swapping ITV for the BBC.9 of 21

Caroline's Xtra Factor replacement Sarah-Jane Crawford slipped up, forcing Caroline to confirm she would be swapping ITV for the BBC.

Caroline's Xtra Factor replacement Sarah-Jane Crawford slipped up, forcing Caroline to confirm she would be swapping ITV for the BBC

Blue singer Simon is the latest star confirmed for the show. He previously competed on the SCD Christmas special in 2011, and says he wants to make his daughter proud. Aww.10 of 21

Blue singer Simon is the latest star confirmed for the show. He previously competed on the SCD Christmas special in 2011, and says he wants to make his daughter proud. Aww.

Blue singer Simon is the latest star confirmed for the show. He previously competed on the SCD Christmas special in 2011, and says he wants to make his daughter proud. Aww

You probably recognise Jennifer from the hit comedy Mrs Brown's Boys, but did you know she's married to actual Mrs Brown (AKA her husband and show creator Brendon O'Carroll)?11 of 21

You probably recognise Jennifer from the hit comedy Mrs Brown's Boys, but did you know she's married to actual Mrs Brown (AKA her husband and show creator Brendon O'Carroll)?

You probably recognise Jennifer from the hit comedy Mrs Brown's Boys, but did you know she's married to actual Mrs Brown (AKA her husband and show creator Brendon O'Carroll)?

Tim is swapping bargain hunting for sequins and dancing. He has presented Bargain Hunt for 11 years, but wants to learn some new skills so he can wow his wife. Aww.12 of 21

Tim is swapping bargain hunting for sequins and dancing. He has presented Bargain Hunt for 11 years, but wants to learn some new skills so he can wow his wife. Aww.

Tim is swapping bargain hunting for sequins and dancing. He has presented Bargain Hunt for 11 years, but wants to learn some new skills so he can wow his wife. Aww

Actress Sunetra has starred in shows including Doctor Who and Brookside, but most famously Casualty in 2007. Speaking of the competition, Sunetra said: "The chance to swap my stethoscope for sequins was just too tempting.13 of 21

Actress Sunetra has starred in shows including Doctor Who and Brookside, but most famously Casualty in 2007. Speaking of the competition, Sunetra said: "The chance to swap my stethoscope for sequins was just too tempting."

Actress Sunetra has starred in shows including Doctor Who and Brookside, but most famously Casualty in 2007. Speaking of the competition, Sunetra said: "The chance to swap my stethoscope for sequins was just too tempting

Remember when Alison broke the table while on Big Brother? Since the TV presenter has confirmed she is taking part, we're hoping for some more comedy gold like that.14 of 21

Remember when Alison broke the table while on Big Brother? Since the TV presenter has confirmed she is taking part, we're hoping for some more comedy gold like that.

Remember when Alison broke the table while on Big Brother? Since the TV presenter has confirmed she is taking part, we're hoping for some more comedy gold like that

TV naturalist Steve Backshall has confirmed he will be taking part in the show this year. He will swap tacking tough animals for the dance floor, but says: "I think Strictly Come Dancing is going to be my wildest challenge yet!15 of 21

TV naturalist Steve Backshall has confirmed he will be taking part in the show this year. He will swap tacking tough animals for the dance floor, but says: "I think Strictly Come Dancing is going to be my wildest challenge yet!"

TV naturalist Steve Backshall has confirmed he will be taking part in the show this year

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