Product reviews

Gadget Review: Active Noise Cancellation headphones 

One of London Mums magazine reviewers, dad Stevie, has reviewed the latest and most innovative headphones, theHouse of Marley Positive Vibration XL ANC Over-Ear Headphones. Here’s what he thinks of them: “What great headphones, immediately I opened the packaging I could feel they were robust yet lightweight. The Positive Vibration XL ANC from theHouse of Marleyare…
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Travel with kids: The benefits of learning a second language when young

London Mums‘ globetrotter reporter Rita Kobrak, who is now reporting from Lucca, Tuscany, has sent us this blog about her experience with multilingual children. She explains the benefits of learning a second language when young. Five years ago we decided to move from London to Italy with the intention of giving our two children the opportunity of learning a second language and get…
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Blog

Is domestic violence on the rise?

By now, we’ve all seen some of the unexpected side effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. The impact has hit industries all the way from brick-and-mortar businesses to telehealth doctor visits. Another thing it may have done is to increase domestic violence rates. Forced close quarters, frustration, fear, and financial instability are a dangerous combination. Someone who was already prone to act…
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Get Creative

Missed the post? Funky digital greetings cards for every occasion

For people always on cloud nine like myself, it’s easy to forget dates especially when it comes to sending cards for special occasions. I have found a digital service that does the trick for me: it’sJiveBird, aunique, customisable and easy to use fully digital greetings’ platform. The first two JiveBirds are free! No post, no stamp. It’s freeto download on…
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Attractions

West End Review: Nutcracker at the Coliseum 20 Dec–8 Jan 2022

Without a doubt, the Nutcracker ballet performance at the Coliseum is the most magical family experience in London this Christmas. It was my first time returning to the Coliseum after the start of the pandemic and I was very impressed with the theatre decorations and the delightful choreography. The Nutcracker is a great show to watch over the festive period. It was my 4th time seeing it: the…
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Movies

Movie review: The King's Man 

The King’s Man is a20th Century Fox prequel to the Kingsman series.It’s not a family film but a good watch for fans of the movies based on theKingsmancomics created by Mark Millar. The story One man must race against time to stop history’s worst tyrants and criminal masterminds as they get together to plot a war that could wipe out millions of people and…
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Fashion & Beauty

5 Fun fashion Christmas gift ideas for your significant other

Are you looking to spruce up your partner’s wardrobe in 2022 with some fun fashion funky shirts and t-shirts? London Mums have come up with a guide to ideas for men’s shirts and t-shirts. Carry on reading to find out more. Tie-Dye Tie-dying clothes is a very old fashion tradition that dates back to the ancient Sui Dynasty in China. Tie-dye t-shirts became a hot clothing trend in the…
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Attractions

Quintessentially British: What makes the perfect afternoon tea?

I have been living in London almost 24 years and as an Italian I have come to appreciate the most quintessentially British tradition of all: Afternoon Tea. What makes the perfect afternoon tea? A traditional Afternoon Tea menu consists of quality teas, champagne,light cakes, scones with butter, jam and clotted cream as well as finger sandwiches. Traditional sandwich…
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Product reviews

Christmas Gift idea: The world’s 1st flying Santa’s Drone is coming to town

Here’s for a fun and quirky last minute present to a geeky child: Santa’s Drone, i.e. the world’s first flying Santa – and his very own reindeers – drone has landed in the UK. If you can bear the sound of a buzzing device on Christmas day, this drone will provide hours of entertainment for parents and kids over the festive season. It might be just a nerdy device, but…
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Fitness & Health

Healthy gut, healthy brain: Nutritional therapist shares top facts & tips to beat brain fog during the busiest time of the year

To celebrate Cytoplan’s extensive range of Probiotics for the whole family including the launch of NEW Vegan Biotic; Nutritional Therapist Amanda Williams brings us “Healthy Gut, Healthy Brain – 5 Facts about the Gut and Brain Connection” and “Four Ways to Beat Brain Fog During the Busiest Time of the Year.’ Amanda Williams; Nutritional Therapist & CEO at Cytoplan…
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