Pregnancy & Birth

London Mums' practical tips and testimonials on breastfeeding

Collection of London Mums’ practical tips and testimonials on Breastfeeding. “Breastfeeding has been an emotional issue for me and for many other mums I know and whilst I am keen to support it wherever possible, during the awareness week I think it is important to be aware of the challenges as well as the all the good points!” “Breastfeeding is a wonderful thing…
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Pregnancy & Birth

London Mums' quotes and tips on Pregnancy and birth

A collection of tips and quotes sent in by London Mums on pregnancy and birth. Priceless! “Talk to your health visitor or doctor about how much weight you should gain during your pregnancy.” “Eat foods rich in folate, iron, calcium, and protein, or get these nutrients through a prenatal supplement.” “Talk to your health visitor before taking any…
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Feeding the Family

REGAINING YOUR ENERGY - SNACKS! by London Mums in-house nutritionist Fern Callister

Sometimes we may be feeling like we have less energy than we would like to have. Making sure you have some protein with your meals to help slow down the blood sugar release from highly processed, sugary or caffeinated food and drink is one way of helping to reduce those energy dips. In this feature I will focus on the other main time in the day that is a prime trap for cravings and naughty habits…
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Feeding the Family

Coeliac disease: A quick and easy guide

What is coeliac disease? Coeliac disease is one of the most common chronic diseases, affecting 1 in 100 people in the UK. It is often undiagnosed or misdiagnosed. It is neither an allergy nor a food intolerance, but a lifelong autoimmune disease. In coeliac disease the trigger for the body attacking itself is gluten, the protein found in wheat, rye and barley. Gluten is usually introduced in…
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Central LondonWednesdays

Storytime Little Moles Toddler Group at The Museum of London (Wednesdays pm)

Storytime Little Moles Toddler Group at The Museum of London – every Wednesday afternoon. Time: 3.30 – 4.30pm (Booking Advisable / Term Time only) Age: 1 Year – 5 Years Price: Free Place: The Museum of London,150 London Wall, London EC2Y 5HN Tel 020 7001 9844 http://www.museumoflondon.org.uk/ Monica CostaMonica Costa founded London Mums in September 2006 after her son…
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Central LondonWednesdays

Storytime Mini Moles Babies Group at The Museum of London (Wednesdays)

Storytime Mini Moles Babies Group at The Museum of London – every Wednesday. Time: 10.30 – 11.30am (Booking Advisable / Term Time only) Age: 6 months – 1 Year Price: Free Place: The Museum of London,150 London Wall, London EC2Y 5HN Tel 020 7001 9844 http://www.museumoflondon.org.uk/ Monica CostaMonica Costa founded London Mums in September 2006 after her son Diego’s birth…
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Central LondonTuesdays

Mums Meet @ Barbican Centre Foyer (Tuedays pm)

Come and meet new mums that live in the Barbican area at this informal gathering. Time: every Tuesday – 2:30pm onwards Age: Babies Price: Free Place: Barbican Centre Foyer, Ground Floor, Silk St, EC2Y 8DS Monica CostaMonica Costa founded London Mums in September 2006 after her son Diego’s birth together with a group of mothers who felt the need of meeting up regularly to share the…
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Central LondonTuesdays

Stay & Play / Storytime Reading & Playing Together at City of London Community Centre (Tuesdays - Term time only)

Stay & Play including Storytime Reading & Playing Together in the Barbican area. Time: 9.45 – 11.45am ( Term Time only) Age: 18 months – 5 years Price: Free Place: City Of London Community Education Centre, 99 Golden Lane, London, EC1Y 0TZ Tel: 020 7332 3946 Monica CostaMonica Costa founded London Mums in September 2006 after her son Diego’s birth together with a group of…
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Central LondonMondays

Mums Meet @ Barbican Centre Foyer (Mondays - ongoing)

Come and meet new mums that live in the Barbican area at this informal gathering. Time: every Monday – 10:30am onwards Age: Babies Price: Free Place: Barbican Centre Foyer, Ground Floor, Silk St, EC2Y 8DS Monica CostaMonica Costa founded London Mums in September 2006 after her son Diego’s birth together with a group of mothers who felt the need of meeting up regularly to share the…
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Central LondonMondays

Barbican playgroup - Mondays (term time only)

Stay & play @ Barbican Playgroup An informal gathering of Barbican parents with babies and pre-schoolers. Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm (Drop In – Term Time only) Age: Babies & Toddlers. Price: £1.50 (including refreshments) Place: Barbican Playgroup, Level 01 and 02, Andrewes House, Barbican, London, EC2Y 8AX Tel 020 7638 2718 Monica CostaMonica Costa founded London Mums in…
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