Competitions

Win an annual subscription to Readly & read the new collection of Disney magazines

One lucky London Mum has the chance to win an annual subscription to Readly and read the new collection of Disney magazines. The perfect prize to inspire young readers Readly, the digital magazine and subscription service, has collaborated with Disney to bring 80+Disney magazines and comics to Readly subscribers. It is the perfect app for inspiring children to read more at home and on…
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Baby & Toddlers

Tips on how to help a newborn baby’s cognitive development on the go

Fusing innovation, expertise, sustainability and practicality; pioneering print brand Shady® has launched the Shady® car sunshade. Designed specifically with baby’s cognitive development in mind, the self-adhesive sticks firmly to glass of the car window meaning it is the only car sunshade that can be wound down, allowing for fresh air and ventilation throughout the vehicle. The Shady car…
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Schooling

New research shows comics are inspiring children to become life-long readers

Readly collaborates with Disney to launch 80+ Disney magazines on the digital subscription app. Making reading a magical experience – almost one in ten children most enjoy reading comics out of all literature choices. With almost a quarter of parents and grandparents feeling its top benefit is creating a habit and a love of reading. This is according to the latest research commissioned by…
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Attractions

National Theatre review: Hex 

This Christmas at the Olivier theatre (inside the National Theatre at Southbank London), Rufus Norris directs Hex, a vividly original retelling of the Sleeping Beauty fairy tale with music by Jim Fortune, book by Tanya Ronder, designs by Katrina Lindsay and magical choreography by Jade Hackett. PRODUCTION IMAGES BY JOHAN PERSSON The story Princess Rose (Scottish speaking Rosie Graham) is a…
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Attractions

Family Christmas activity: The Nutcracker by the English National Ballet at the Coliseum 17 Dec 22 –7 Jan 2023

I have come back to the Coliseum for the second year running to watch The Nutcracker by the English National Ballet and the magical atmosphere felt even more special this time. This show is possibly the most magical family experience in London this Christmas. Damian Lewis and his children was sitting behind us and that made me even more excited. The theatre decorations and the joyful…
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Books

Ten ways to build a brilliant brain 

London Mums’ book of the week has to be Ten ways to build a brilliant brain by Nicola Morgan illustrated by Risa Rodil aimed at teenagers but perfect even for adults. From sleep to creativity, resiliance to making friends, in this easy to ready manual teens find out teh amazing science that can unlock our brain power. It can help parents and young people to reach their full potential and perform…
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Schooling

Bah Humbug! Third of Scrooge-like parents plan to make their children revise this Christmas

Top nutritionist reveals Brussels sprouts will help your kids study and shares secret recipe to get your kids loving them. A third of Scrooge-like parents (32%) are planning to make their children revise during the Christmas period with 1 in 10 forcing them to revise on Christmas Day. The research of 1,000 parents, commissioned by Save My Exams, revealed that parents are expecting their…
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Parenting Skills

4 Useful ways to keep your family warm this winter

Winter is officially here, and with it comes chilly weather that can be difficult to deal with. If you’re finding yourself struggling to keep your family warm this winter, don’t worry – we’ve got you covered. This blog post will discuss four valuable ways to keep your loved ones warm and comfortable during the coldest months of the year. Keep reading for helpful tips that…
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Pregnancy & Birth

Nutrients you didn't know your pregnancy needs

Pregnancy is one of the most life-changing experiences a woman can have. In this blog you’ll find out about pregnancy supplements and nutrients you will need. During this time, it is essential for you to pay close attention to your diet and health in order to ensure your baby’s growth and development. However, by taking care of your body and its needs, you can also ensure that your…
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Fashion & Beauty

My skin is the door to my temple! Caring for our skin as we age

Caring for our skin as we age is essential. I am obsessed with my skin and skincare routines. After all, my skin is the door to my temple! I care about my appearance as it makes me feel good about myself. I am so keen to know about the latest trends and products in skincare so I recently joined a skin health conference discussing the results of the very latest real-world research looking at…
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