Parenting Skills

Six in 10 parents would rather their children grew up with strong social skills than high academic qualifications

I am glad I am not alone in believing that emotional intelligence should be the main skill to develop to do well in life. According to new research, six in 10 parents would rather their children grew up with strong social skills than high academic qualifications. A study of 2,000 mums and dads of children aged three-10 found 90 per cent consider empathy to be a key social attribute that their…
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Competitions

Win a PJ Masks Heroes prize bundle

To celebrate the PJ Masks Heroes of the Sky 1 hour movie event airing on Tiny Pop on Saturday 3rdOctober, we have a prize bundle to give away to one lucky winner! When Owlette imperils a mission and loses her memory as a result, Catboy and Gekko almost  give up on her; but the PJ Masks soon learn that the heart of being a hero is being a good friend in Heroes of the Sky, a four part PJ Masks…
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Fitness & Health

Weight and COVID-19: Two public health pandemics colliding

Thanks to COVID-19 we now sit for eight hours a day versus five hours.  COVID-19 has already caused devastating health troubles but it is set to have far-reaching consequences on our health for decades to come. Particularly those of us that have diabetes, are overweight, have compromised immune health or have heart health troubles, inflammatory diseases to respiratory issues like COPD etc to name…
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Attractions

Restaurant review: The Melusine at St. Katharine Docks

Even during pandemic times, in London it is still possible to enjoy a meal in a beautiful surrounding at St. Katharine Docks. Central London’s only marina has recently hosted a unique on-the-water dining experience, pop-up restaurant Avalon. This was an exclusive temporary dining space adjacent to the main restaurant The Melusine, and it was my first meal out in Central London since the…
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Great Outdoors

UK’s First Float-in Cinema opens in London following Paris Success

Throughout lockdown I have missed going to the cinema. Outdoor cinema is the new THING and now even the UK’s first cinematic experience by boat. There are only a few days left to enjoy this, though. The Openaire Float-In Cinema sponsored by luxury ice cream brand Häagen-Dazs is opened to the public until Sunday 27th September.  It follows the pioneering global first ‘cinema on water’…
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Recipes

Mamma Makes - Recipes & Stories from Multicultural Britain: Just Like Mamma Used To Make

Mamma Makes is a an e-cookbook comprising of over 55 recipes and stories of migration from some of Britain’s chefs and home cooks inspired by their mums and grandmas.  Each cook provides a mouthwatering recipe that is wrapped up in a brief story of how they and their family migrated to Britain.  Its aim is to donate all proceeds to One Million Meals which has a target to feed one million…
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Fashion & Beauty

4 Major Makeover changes that can help mums feel more confident

To assume your life as a mum is busy can feel like a huge understatement. All you have to do is think back to when the last time was that you had a quiet few hours to yourself, no interruptions, nothing you “had” to do, just quiet peaceful time. The answer is probably before your kids were born! And with all the busy everyday life that mums are dealing with, often their own needs can get…
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Party tips

How to have a child-friendly Surrey wedding

I have always wanted to be a wedding planner. Getting married is exciting but could be draining if you are doing it by yourself. If you’re planning a wedding not far from London, it’s worth taking a few steps to ensure that it’s child-friendly so that the parents in your life can enjoy the day without feeling guilty, or rushing off every so often to call and check on the babysitter. Plus…
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Great Outdoors

Socially distanced outdoor cinema across London

 The Luna Cinema socially distanced experience is in full swing with screening across South West London for a number of  screenings at King George’s Park (23rd September-27th September) and Wimbledon Park (29th September-4th October). There they will be screening blockbuster hits and classic films including Joker, Rocketman, and feel-good, timeless classics such as Pretty Woman…
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Attractions

Stand Up at The O2: Suzi Ruffell's unique comedy show with a top view

Months of lockdown and isolation have made us appreciate the little things in life. Stand Up at The O2, a comedy show with the backdrop of the City of London on the roof of the O2 was the best way to go back to my social life. The comedian hosting this special comedy event series is award-winning comedian Suzi Ruffell. She is genuine, hilarious and different from most comedians out there. She…
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