Special Kids

10 Myths about Autism and ADHD

Autism and ADHD are neurodevelopmental conditions that affect how people think, focus, and interact with the world. Autism was first formally described in the 1940s, while ADHD has been studied for decades as well. What has changed is how much we now understand about how these conditions affect daily life. In the UK alone, around 1 in 100 people are on the autism spectrum, and in England, an…
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Food & Drink

Mediterranean diet benefits 2026 – an Italian mum's guide to starting easy

You’ve heard about the Mediterranean diet before. Maybe you’ve even tried it, or at least thought about it. But here’s the thing – unlike the endless parade of diets that come and go, this one never seems to fall out of favour with scientists. And that’s because it’s not a fad. It’s rooted in the genuine lifestyle habits of some of the healthiest populations on earth – the people…
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Movies

Film Review: Michael (2026) – The King of Pop comes home

Rating: Five stars. Finally, I managed to see Michael – the long-awaited music biopic about the one and only King of Pop. And let me tell you, London Mums, it was worth every single minute of the wait. Anything Michael Jackson excites me. His music was the soundtrack of my childhood, my teenage years, and honestly, still pops up on every cleaning-the-house playlist I make. But this film?
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Parenting Skills

How a child's loss of parental guidance is argued in Charlotte wrongful death claims 

Losing a parent is a life-altering event for any child. Beyond the immediate emotional pain, there is a permanent gap left in a child’s upbringing and future development. North Carolina law recognises that a parent provides more than just financial support; they offer a foundation of wisdom and care that helps a child grow into a stable adult. In Charlotte, NC, wrongful death claims allow…
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Books

Foraging for Healing Herbs review: Adele Nozedar's herbal guide

Happy national herb day! There’s no better date than Saturday, 2 May, 2026 – the first Saturday of May, and officially national herb day – to enjoy a book that celebrates the very green, growing things that heal, flavour, and enchant our lives. And what a glorious invitation to the party Adele Nozedar has written. Foraging for Healing Herbs is not a dry botanical directory. It’s a ramble…
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Beauty

The everyday beauty tools that make morning makeup easier

Busy mornings rarely leave much room for a long makeup routine. Between getting everyone out the door, answering early messages, commuting, or jumping into a quick meeting, most people want a look that feels fresh and put-together without turning the bathroom into a full studio. That is why the right beauty tools matter so much. A complete makeup brush set can take a routine that feels rushed and…
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Shopping

Top 5 features to look for in a retractable hose reel in 2026

Choosing the right retractable hose reel can feel like a small decision, but it has a real impact on how smoothly your yard or workspace operates. A poorly built reel tangles, leaks, or breaks down within a season. A well-built one, but it saves you time, protects your hose, and holds up year after year. Whether you use it for garden watering, vehicle washing, or outdoor cleaning, knowing what…
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Health

I tried Collagen for seven days. Here is what happened to my skin, nails and menopausal sanity

Let me start with a confession. I am the perfect target audience for this review. I am over 50, firmly in the menopause camp, and navigating that delightful phase where my skin feels like parchment, my nails snap if I look at them wrong, and my hair has taken on the texture of a well?used broom. Add to that the creeping weight that seems to arrive no matter what I eat, and you have a woman who is…
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Mums Tips

London summer home trends 2026

This summer, we want to spend more time at home. There is something quietly different about London homes this summer. It is not just the temperature, although anyone who has tried to sleep through a warm night in a city flat will know that is certainly part of it. This year, it’s about taking a step back and tinking about how we want our homes to feel. There is a shift happening. Homes are…
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Cultur-Italy EzineWhat's On

Guinness World Record: How we made 440 metres of Tiramisù in London (and became a family)

On 26 April 2026, a small army of chefs, volunteers, and passionate food lovers gathered at Chelsea Old Town Hall with one goal: to break the Guinness World Record for the longest tiramisù in history. And they succeeded – beyond anyone’s wildest dreams. As Editor of London Mums Magazine, proud official media partner to this initiative, I was there not just to report but to take part. I had…
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