Receiving a diagnosis of type 1 diabetes for your child is undeniably difficult, and you are probably feeling anxious and overwhelmed, not to mention concerned about how your child will manage. In fact, both you and your child will probably go through an emotional period of adjustment as you learn to cope with this life-changing condition as a family.
While there is, of course, no understating the…
The third trimester of pregnancy can bring various challenges that affect sleep quality. Many expectant mothers experience insomnia, heartburn, leg cramps, and other discomforts during this period. However, with the right strategies, it is possible to improve sleep and ensure a more restful night. In this article, London Mums will explore eight ways to sleep better when you’re eight months…
Maintaining a clean and sanitised home is essential for our health and well-being. Traditional cleaning methods often involve the use of chemical-laden products that may not only be harmful to our health but also to the environment. Fortunately, advancements in technology have given rise to steam cleaners, which provide a chemical-free and highly efficient alternative for cleaning various…
Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in our homes is of utmost importance, especially when it comes to our beds and mattresses. Bed bugs, dust mites, and other harmful organisms can thrive in these cosy environments, posing a risk to our health. In this article, I will explore the issue of bed bugs, provide tips on how to clean your bed and mattress effectively, and introduce the 350W Handheld UV…
Becoming more sustainable and in-touch with nature can be nothing if not rewarding, even if it does take a little time to get there. Provided you have ample garden space (or even live semi-rurally), and have a reliable budget to work with, keeping certain animals can be a lovely way to achieve this.
Of course, a basic, hobbyist smallholding should always start small. Keeping hens and roosters can…
As parents, we all know the importance of education but it’s easy to take our access to it for granted. I recently came across this clothing brand from Nepal who make lovely easy to wear pieces and provide a day of school for a Nepalese child for every item sold. They recently hit the impressive target of 1 million school days and aren’t stopping there – the target is 10 million by…
F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “The Great Gatsby” continues to captivate audiences with its timeless portrayal of the roaring 20s, and Northern Ballet’s production at Sadler’s Wells in Islington, London, brings this modern classic to life on stage. With artistic Director David Nixon CBE’s exquisite choreography, opulent costumes inspired by Chanel, and a captivating…
The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionised numerous industries, and one area that holds tremendous promise is the development of cleaning robots for domestic tasks. These intelligent machines are designed to alleviate the burden of household chores and offer a glimpse into a future where automation seamlessly integrates into our daily lives. In this blog, I will…
When Javier Bardem cancelled my interview while in town promoting Little Mermaid last week, I found myself with a free interview slot to fill in the mad circus of journalists. So, I asked a newcomer and promising young actor of Italian origins, Robert De Domenici, known for his role in Tony and Tina’s Wedding, to step in for Javier. He said yes, so we spent three hours chatting away before…
Have you heard of the use of motivational posters in classrooms? Inspirational quotes and mantras can do wonders for empowering us. Put up as posters; they catch our attention, remind us of their presence, and remind us of their existence.
There is growing momentum for using motivational posters in the classroom. But what about their effectiveness?
Here are a few facts about why you should use…