Parenting Skills

Embracing the empty nest: A new chapter of growth and opportunity

My 17 year old son is applying to universities and I am wondering how my life will look like once he’ll leave the nest. Waving a child off to university is a bittersweet moment for parents. The sense of pride in seeing them embark on this new adventure is often tinged with a profound feeling of loss. Empty nest syndrome, though not classified as an official mental health issue, is a real and…
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Fitness & Health

Comorbid substance use: What treatments are available?

One of the biggest challenges relating to comorbid substance abuse is that patients tend to suffer a poor level of treatment adherence as a result of mental health issues impacting the recovery process. Comorbidity is the term that describes simultaneous medical conditions present in a patient at the same time. This means it often requires a two-pronged approach to find a viable solution when it…
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Celebrity Interviews

MUSIC INTERVIEW! 80s Icon & Brit Award Winner Deniece Pearson releases new single Forever Young as a celebration of 40 Years in the music industry

Celebrating 40 years of success, Brit Award winner and Grammy nominee, Deniece Pearson, lead singer of iconic pop sensation FIVE STAR, is back with a bang! Her latest single, ‘Forever Young,’ radiates positivity and feel-good vibes with its reggae-infused pop beats – a sunshine anthem that’ll lift your spirits. And that’s just a taste! The track is part of a sizzling…
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Books

Book of the month: "Ballroom: A People's History" by Hilary French

As autumn’s TV highlight Strictly Come Dancing begins, the perfect book to accompany us through the dancing show is Hilary French’s “Ballroom: A People’s History”: A captivating journey through the heartbeats of Britain’s social spaces, where dreams twirled and feet tapped in harmony. As the pages unfurl, readers are transported to the grandeur of places like Dreamland…
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Parenting Skills

Mum's winter school run essentials: Stay prepared and comfortable in the cold

Mums around the world know that winter school runs can be a challenge. From the early mornings to the chilly weather, it’s important to have the right essentials to make the daily trip a bit easier. In this article, we’ll be discussing some of the must-have items for mums during the winter school run. First on the list is a warm and comfortable coat. With temperatures dropping…
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Blog

How to save money on a home renovation: Expert tips and tricks

Home renovations can be a great way to improve the functionality and value of a property. However, they can also be incredibly expensive. Fortunately, there are several ways to save money on a home renovation without sacrificing quality or style. One of the best ways to save money on a home renovation is to plan ahead. This means creating a detailed budget and timeline, researching materials and…
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Fashion & Beauty

FitFlop trainers review: A stylish solution for busy mums

As the back-to-school rush kicks in, it’s easy for mums to overlook their own needs amidst the flurry of lunch boxes, drop-offs, and errands. Enter FitFlop’s exquisite range of women’s trainers, offering the perfect blend of comfort and style that every mum deserves. FitFlop’s commitment to ‘Tender Loving Foot Care’ (TLFC) is evident in every pair. Each trainer…
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Competitions

Win 1 of 5 copies of Mum Rage book by Minna Dubin

London Mums have 5 copies of new book Mum Rage – The Everyday Crisis of Modern Motherhood by Minna Dubin (out on 28th September 2023, Seal Press), an honest, eviscerating examination of the hidden crisis of rage facing mothers – and how we can fix it. Mothers are expected to be loving, nurturing and strong, and to possess endless and unlimited amounts of patience. The reality…
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Attractions

Imagining a car-free future: London takes the lead

Rishi Sunak has watered down the governments green agenda but Brits believe London will be the first car-free city in the world, according to a major new survey. Mayor Khan has expanded the capital’s ULEZ zone and has refused to budge on the issue despite residents’ anger. In the recent study conducted on the heels of Mayor Khan’s ULEZ initiative, Brits were asked to speculate on…
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Fitness & Health

The busy mum’s guide to eye health - Prioritising vision care

As a busy mum, your days probably seem filled with never-ending to-do lists. From school runs and meal prep to bedtime stories and everything in between, taking care of your family leaves little time for self-care. However, amidst the hustle and bustle of motherhood, one thing you should never overlook – get it? – is your eye health. After all, clear vision is essential for keeping up with…
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