Fashion & Beauty

Barbie fashion bum bags by Spiral

Any excuse to take out my Barbie fashion dolls …. When I came across Spiral new collaboration with Barbie I could not wait to get hold of some of their new Barbie fashion bum bags and photograph them at the seaside during my Summer holidays in Italy together with a bunch of my 300 vintage Barbie fashion dolls. Festival? Night Out? Travelling? It doesn’t matter, these BARBIExSpiral bum bags…
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Activities

Tips for camping with kids

With millions of families choosing to stay in the UK for their holidays, it’s no wonder camping with kids is on the rise. According to Mintel data, 17.9 million camping trips were taken by UK adults in 2017, and almost an extra million trips expected to be taken this year. Taking the kids can seem like a challenge, but with a few pieces of handy advice it can be achievable and enjoyable for all!
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Attractions

The return of iconic 80s singer Paul Young with the 35 years No Parlez tour

Everyone’s favourite 80’s crooner Paul Young is back on tour, performing his much loved album No Parlez in celebration of 35 years since it’s release and I went to talk to him in the heart of London. This is the second time I have interviewed Paul Young in one year and I have to admit I admire him more at every new conversation I have with him. Watch my interview in which we talk about the…
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Fitness & Health

London Mums get fit with the latest fitness and health trackers

Every year it’s the same… Summer arrives and you realise it it too late to fix any weight loss, fitness ahead of the beach holiday. How do I fall into that again and again? I have therefore decided to get ready and review the latest health trackers and tech accessories by Nokia Health for the summer,  which I will keep using over the autumn and beyond to be ready for the next beach season…
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Product reviews

An ordinary cuddly toy with an incredible story to tell

When Rigby soft puppy doll came through my post box I instantly fell in love with him. Rigby may look like an ordinary cuddly toy, but underneath his cute exterior, there’s an incredible story to tell… That’s what makes him a special cuddly dog toy.   Whilst many of us associate The Royal British Legion with Remembrance, the charity also carry out important work helping today’s Armed…
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Competitions

Win a bundle of Mary Poppins novels

HarperCollins Children’s Books will relaunch five original classic Mary Poppins novels complete with new luxurious covers set for publication on the 26th July 2018. These timeless novels, that famously inspired the classic Disney movie, can now be adored by a new generation of readers. All five stories, Mary Poppins, Mary Poppins Comes Back, Mary Poppins Opens the Door, Mary Poppins In the Park…
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Attractions

Notting Hill Carnival 2018 - Special Programme for families 25 - 27 August 2018

The new organisers of Notting Hill Carnival invited me to the Press Launch at The Tabernacle  (W11 2AY) to experience the sights, sounds and tastes of the iconic street Carnival that was started in 1966. The highlights of the 2018 events include even more special areas for families as children are the main focus of this year’s London Carnival. What’s wonderful about Notting Hill Carnival…
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Attractions

Buckingham Palace opens its doors to families

After 20 years living in London, I finally managed to visit Buckingham Palace as part of a press preview aimed at attracting more families to interactively explore the residence of Her Majesty the Queen. I have to admit that I did not expect it to be as glamorous and majestic as it is. My 11 year old son Diego loved listening to the family tailored app and participating in all activities…
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Competitions

Win 1 of 4 copies of DK book Inventions

London Mums have four copies of a stunning new book by DK to give away. The book is Inventions – A Children’s Encyclopedia. This visual guide explores and explains the greatest inventions, ideas, and discoveries throughout the ages, and introduces the inventors behind them. Inventions – A Children’s Encyclopedia charts the growth of human imagination and creation, with details on all…
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Movies

Film Review: Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again starring Cher, Andy Garcia & the old gang

Get ready to sing and dance, laugh and love all over again. Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again  is the prequel / sequel of the original Mamma Mia musical (released 10 years ago) for the big screen celebrating the iconic music by Swedish band ABBA. It hits UK cinemas this Friday 20 July 2018.  I have loved every minute of this film. Call it cheesy, blame the joyful music but Mamma Mia – Here we go…
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