I'm looking at returning to work in january and am exploring child care....scary stuff! If i use a registered child minder between 8.00am and 6.oopm at their property,how much should i expect to pay? We live in the Midlands, by the way. Any help would be appreciated.

ask your health visitor to put you in touch with some reputable child minders in your local area first and get references! The cost will vary greatly so you'll have to ask them directly, but my friend pays £10 per hour. Good luck!