Fashion & Beauty

The history of the T-shirt: From underwear to symbol of rebelliousness

These days T-shirts are so common and so widely used that we might not even notice them unless they carry messages that the individuals want to express. I have gone back in time to see where the T-shirt has come from. In Victorian times sailors in the British Empire and in the USA used t-shirts to protect themselves from adverse weather. Later on, workers started using t-shirts not just inside…
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Attractions

Attraction review: Buckingham Palace Garden open to the public for the first time in history

This summer families candiscoverthe sights of private areas of Buckingham Palace Garden enjoying a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to picnic with views of the Palace. I have done that and loved feeling the soft grass under my bare feet and laying on historical grounds. Kids and parents alike can wander around the garden’s winding paths and experience the beauty and calm of this…
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Childcare

Are you a panicking parent or a calm carer?

If you’re a working parent wondering how you’ll survive the summer school holidays, new research shows you’re not alone! The approach of the long summer school holidays can bring out different feelings for different families. While some parents and guardians look forward to spending more time with the children, others can be slightly nervous about how they are going to keep the kids…
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Travel with kids

Helpful tips before travelling abroad

Moving in and out of your country is a great experience. You might decide to travel with your friends or family or alone, but the experience is one to live for either way. Before going abroad, there are a few things you need to check. If you are travelling abroad for work, it would be wise to confirm with your company the trip details. Also, inform your family before leaving the country and make…
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Travel with kids

Travel with kids: Lincoln, the best kept secret in England 

A new day trip experience by train has just been launched byLondon North Eastern Railway (LNER) to take travel-hungry Brits from King’s Cross to Lincoln in less than two hours. I was lucky enough to be one of the very first passengers to board this train full of surprises. If you want to escape the hectic life of the British Capital, Lincoln is the ideal town and has lots of…
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Party tips

4 Tips to make your child’s first birthday party unforgettable

Congratulations! Your baby is going to be one soon! It marks the end of one year as well as the beginning of a new phase in your baby’s life. So celebrating your infant’s special day is as obvious as finding snow in Siberia. However, you may be overwhelmed with where to start and how to organise things to make the day special. So we get you; we are here to help! In this article, you will…
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Great Outdoors

London viewpoint: Up at The O2 and Icon Outlet reviews

The summer is a great season to climb Up at The O2 to admire London from a different view point. The unusual landscape of Canary Wharf and the South East of the capital is constantly evolving and every time I do the climb (it’s my 3rd) I see new buildings and new attractions. The climb involves mild physical activity, it’s fun to do with friends and when you reach the top, you are…
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Great Outdoors

Family connection at the Buddhafield Weekender - 9th-11th July

For a weekend of sharing green fields and joy with the family, there’s the Buddhafield Weekender 9th-11th July. With an awesome kids’ area, good food and plenty to do for you and the little people, you can relax knowing that everyone will have a great time. Re-centre yourself with meditation, bodywork or massage in our Healing Fields. All in a conscious, happy environment where children…
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Mumpreneurs & Mums at work

4 Things to consider before becoming a contractor

If you love renovation and have worked on a few home projects successfully, you have probably toyed with the idea of becoming a main contractor. This could be a great way to earn some residual or full-time income and live your passion. There are many things you need to be aware of before starting a contractor business, however. Overlooking these could end up costing you a lot of money in the long…
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