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Liverpool ECHO Family

Mum-of-two Gemma Jaleel is the Liverpool ECHO's Family Writer, bringing you everything you need to know about what's on for parents, kids and families plus all the latest news, events and activities for parents (and their babies), as well as handy guides and advice for new mums, mothers with toddlers and mums-to-be across Liverpool and Merseyside.

Black Friday 2023 toy deals at Tesco, Smyths, The Entertainer and B&M
Black Friday
Black Friday deals are already available
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Best Black Friday 2023 deals on Toniebox starter sets and bundles
Black Friday
A number of discounts are available on the Toniebox ahead of Black Friday
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'Benidorm loving' nan with 150 grandchildren and great-grandchildren dies, aged 90
History
"She really was our queen"
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Best part of Merseyside to raise a family revealed
Family and kids
This Merseyside area is among the most family friendly regions in the country
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How Scouser took drawing he made on city street to Times Square
Liverpool Family
Sean Webster had a 'lightbulb moment' while sitting in a famous city street
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Best alternatives to Center Parcs that cost hundreds of pounds less
Travel
There can be a huge variation in cost
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Parents take two children on holiday 'in the boot of their car'
Summer holidays
Police pulled over the car on the motorway and found two children lying in the boot
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Most popular baby names for each area of Merseyside
Liverpool Family
Find out the top names for boys and girls in each borough of Merseyside
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Toby Carvery deal where you can get two courses for £9
Liverpool restaurants
Time to treat yourself to a carvery
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Parents 'desperate' as childcare costs rise over summer school holidays
In The News
Parents could be paying hundreds this summer if they cannot look after their own kids
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Top 10 'worst' baby names as chosen by parents
Liverpool Family
A list of the apparent 10 'worst' baby names has been revealed and some recent popular names have made it
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Tiny town tucked away off a main road made just for kids
Liverpool Family
Step into the tiny world and test out jobs before going on a creative adventure
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Five baby girl and boy names you might not expect to be making a comeback
parents
These are the new surprising girl and boy names which are becoming popular again
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Tiny uninhabited island you can visit a short distance from Merseyside
North Wales
It maybe uninhabited by people but there are plenty of birds
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This is the best time to go to the beach for the perfect trip
Liverpool Family
I have converted to this time and I can never go back
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Castle with dramatic 360° views, café and unique shop less than an hour from Liverpool
Liverpool Family
Enter the historic castle and explore 4,000 years of history
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Europe's largest funfair opens in the UK and it's three hours from Liverpool
Liverpool Family
Thrillseekers who are willing to go a little further for fun could be in for a treat
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Real life 'Willy Wonka Factory' ice cream farm 40 minutes from Liverpool
Liverpool Family
The Ice Cream farm holds the Guinness World Record for the largest ice cream shop and biggest water play in Europe
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Hidden outdoor swimming pool a short drive from Liverpool
Liverpool Family
"Some of our older customers still reminisce about their school days at the pool"
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Mum hasn't seen or heard from son, 7, since his dad picked him up from school
Cheshire Police
She last saw her son when she dropped him off at the school gates
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Secluded picnic spot with stunning mountain views in Merseyside
Liverpool Family
The little-known location is tucked away but has a wonderful vantage point
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Stunning historic gardens with woodland walks a short drive from Liverpool
Liverpool Family
The grounds are perfect for exploring, picnics and spotting dragonflies
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Zog the musical where the audience was dancing in the aisles
Liverpool Family
Filled with good natured silliness, catchy songs and a bit of audience participation
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Top baby names inspired by movies including Kylo, Neo and Arwen
parents
Parents have been taking inspiration from their favourite films
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