Rita is looking after the swap shop bit of the forum, here's a message from her:  

Hi there!

Have you got stuff that you know longer have use for, but can't bear to throw away?

This is the place where you can put your old unwanted stuff and find a new loving home for it!

The idea is that we swap things, so we get something in return, or pay the postage. Recycling is the way to go!

An example post might look like this:

"I have 24 terry nappies, 5 medium white wraps and 3 nappi nippas. I would like books suitable for a 12 month old or postage."

If someone wants further details, they can post in the thread, and when ready to exchange details, send a private message.

Both parties will post a message when they receive their parcels, and I will then close the thread.

There will be no selling for cash, it is strictly not for for profit.

As for what you can advertise, well, anything! Books, clothes, nappies, toys, anything you no longer have a use for!

So get looking in your lofts, garages, cupboards under the stairs and make some space!