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Best gifts for new mums

When someone you love has just has had a baby, it can be really tough to know what to buy as a congratulatory gift.Most expectant parents will have done a huge amount of shopping and will appear to have everything they need already. However, that shopping will probably have mostly been focused on the baby! Getting a few gifts for new mums will show that you really care, and will be highly…
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Product reviews

Christmas Gift ideas: The coolest Kitchen Gadgets

2020 is the year that has seen us spending more time in the kitchen. Whether you have a baking fan or a foodie family member or a friend who can’t get enough of quirky novelty kitchen gadgets, this guide is the perfect place to find the coolest culinary tools that are sure to cook up a storm. Photo byCharlotte MayfromPexels Powerful 120W brushless motor by…
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Movies

Film review: Wonder Woman 1984

Wonder Woman 1984 is the sequel to 2017’sWonder Womanand the ninth instalment in theDC Extended Universe.Itwill debut theatrically in international markets on a staggered schedule beginning on 16 December 2020. Best film of 2020! Don’t miss it if you are a fan of the DC heroine. The story Fast forward to the 1980s during the Cold War as Wonder…
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Movies

Star Dad Exclusive Chat! Andy Day talks about his CBeebies Panto role, Odd Socks and parenting sills

Recently I have been chatting to Bafta nominated and incredibly talented Andy Day, who is starring as the Elf in CBeebies’ much loved annual Show Christmas in Storylandto be aired on the 12th December 2020 and available on BBC iPlayer. Christmas in Storylandis set in an enchanting world, featuring a cast of CBeebies favourites, upbeat songs and dances and a range of characters…
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Blog

Is a basement conversion the right choice for your home?

Keeping the kids entertained at home during lockdown is no easy feat. But, after spending months at home, you may have found that your living space was the biggest challenge that you faced during this time. Life in lockdown has highlighted many issues that people face in their home. Maybe you desperately need a home office space so that you can Zoom without being interrupted by the kids. Or…
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Mumpreneurs & Mums at work

Star Mum exclusive! Musician Skye Edwards talks about her Rebel Girls’ song, career & motherhood in London

Decca Records has recently released the album Good Night Songs for Rebel Girls, celebrating extraordinary women in music and created in partnership with Rebel Girls, the global multi-platform edutainment brand focused on inspiring and instilling confidence in a generation of girls around the world. Good Night Songs for Rebel Girls features covers of both contemporary and historic singles that…
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Great Indoors

Pop Up Screens Cinema in the Snow features a Christmas cinematic experience in London

Independent cinema Pop Up Screens is back this winter, taking over Peckham’s popular Copeland Park and Bussey Building with ‘Cinema in the Snow’ – a stunningcinematic Christmasexperience set in a magical snow-filled wonderland. After adjusting the dates due to the COVID pandemic, the festive-themed cinema has just kicked off with The Greatest Showman as well asnew…
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Books

Picture Book of the week: Little Audrey's Daydream

Little Audrey’s Daydream is a brilliantly illustrated children’s book that tells the inspiring story of icon Audrey Hepburn, whoremains a beloved figure worldwide, asyou’ve never heard before. Before she became a world-famous actress and humanitarian, she was a little girl with big dreams. The story Her extraordinary story unfolds during her childhood Holland…
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Fashion & Beauty

A magnetic nursing top, a revolution in maternity fashion

I clearly remember that when I breast-fed my son 13 years ago, the single most complicated challenge was to unbutton my nursing top while holding a screaming baby. What I needed back then would have been a nursing top with buttons that would easily open. For new mums in 2020 this is a reality. Trust me when I say that theMagnet Mouse magnetic nursing topwould be a great practical gift…
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Great Indoors

Young Family Panto: Dear Santa Live at Riverside Studios

Last weekend I went to the Riverside Studiosin Hammersmith to watch Dear Santa Live, aChristmas Panto aimed at young families, with two lovely school girls who had a great time. After months of lockdown, wehave all been craving the return of live performance and were happy to get out to the theatre.Dear Santa Live is a great way to be part of a live audience (safely)…
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