Books

Escape the school run: One man’s hilarious journey on the Trans-Siberian Railway

Most of us have barely made it to the end of the M25 without a back seat meltdown. So the idea of taking a month long train journey across Russia, Siberia and Mongolia might sound either thrilling or completely mad. But Martin Kyrle, a seasoned traveller with seven decades of globe-trotting under his belt, has done exactly that, and he has written a book about it that will make you laugh out…
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Mumpreneurs & Mums at work

How London Mumpreneurs can create better outdoor spaces

An outdoor area can change the way customers experience your business. A few pavement tables may give a café greater visibility. A courtyard can offer families somewhere calmer to sit. A terrace might increase capacity during the warmer months, while a thoughtfully planted entrance can make a venue feel more welcoming before anyone steps through the door. But outdoor space is not automatically…
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Baby & Toddlers

The modern nursery setup guide: Balancing infant safety, nighttime care, and smart technology

Preparing a home for a newborn is one of the most exciting yet overwhelming phases of early parenthood. From choosing non-toxic crib mattresses to organising swaddles, modern parents are tasked with making dozens of decisions that directly impact their baby’s comfort and security. Among these decisions, selecting a reliable infant monitor stands as a foundational step in establishing a…
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Mums Tips

Why online privacy is becoming a modern parenting priority

Children growing up in the modern world will need to contend with the internet, and with digital technology more broadly. This is something that, for the most part, can’t be avoided, even if it were desirable to do so. What parents can and should do, however, is set the right rules. Just as you wouldn’t allow your children to sit in the car without the appropriate seat and restraints, you…
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Mumpreneurs & Mums at work

What a boutique PR agency offers that larger agencies often cannot

When navigating the intricate world of public relations, businesses have a myriad of options to choose from, ranging from behemoth agencies to the more intimateboutique PR agency. Each has its own set of advantages, yet boutique agencies offer unique benefits often overlooked in the grandeur of larger firms. Let’s delve into what makes these smaller agencies stand out and why they…
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Travel with kids

Palma Aquarium with kids: A family day out that beats the beach meltdown

Most people assume a luxury family holiday means five-star resorts and fancy dinners, but the truth is kids don’t care about any of that. Real luxury, especially travelling with children, is simpler: it’s finding a place where parents can relax while the kids stay happy. If you’re on a beach holiday in Mallorca, that place is Palma Aquarium. At first glance it might look…
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Competitions

Win 1 of 2 Chickenhare and the Secret of the Groundhog movie merch bundles

To celebrate the exciting upcoming theatrical release of Chickenhare and the Secret of the Groundhog (Cert:PG) on 24th July, London Mums giving away a fantastic merch bundle to *two* lucky winners. The amazing prizes include a Chickenhare themed t-shirt, bag and stickers! Joined by Abe the Tortoise, Meg the Skunk and Pig Squeak, Chickenhare races against time to rescue his family while…
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Mums Tips

6 Reasons wheel alignment matters for family cars in a heatwave summer

Packing the car for a family day out is enough of a job on its own, without adding wheel alignment to the list of things to think about. Between sorting snacks, packing bags, and getting everyone strapped in without a meltdown, it’s understandably not the first thing on anyone’s mind before setting off. But it’s one of those small issues that quietly builds into a much bigger…
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Travel

How to simplify your overseas move to London

London. It’s an incredible city. From its unmatched theatre scene in the West End to its status as one of the greenest cities on the place, it is a place people love. In fact, it is so well-loved that the city is one of the most culturally diverse, with roughly one-third of the UK’s foreign-born population living in London. So, if you’re planning an overseas move to this city, you…
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Schooling

The alternative guide to University Open Days

With schools breaking up for the summer, for those considering university, the flurry of university open days have begun along with all the conundrums they throw up. Our friends from Sherpa Tutors have sent us the alternative guide to University Open Days. At Sherpa Tutors, we tutor A-Level and BTEC students across all subjects and examination boards – 46% of our tutors are qualified…
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