Tax credits and free childcare places were of primary concern, with more than 60 per cent of the 2,500 mothers surveyed saying that a policy to reduce or remove these perks would deter them from voting for a particular party.
More than half of respondents also said they would be less likely to vote for parties who posed a threat to the survival of Sure Start children's centres.
Daycare Trust chief executive Alison Garnham said: "Our survey shows that any party hoping for success at this election must prove they are serious about giving families the support they need, and set out a clear commitment to invest in childcare."
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