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From sew-stoppers to show stoppers: 7 simple tips to costume success by West End Costume Designer David Stringer

I am honoured to host exclusive tips for making outfits for kids by West End costume designer, David Stringer who has 20 years industry experience and has created costumes for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s School of Rock the Musical and other notable work includes Wicked, Cats, Legally Blonde, fitting and dressing the costumes in the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the London 2012 Olympic And…
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Parenting Skills

Toddler years' study: Dealing with Explosive Toddler Tantrums in Public is Biggest Fear for One Third of UK Parents who Feel ‘Judged’

Multiple pressures faced by parents with developing toddlers is on the rise and could have a negative impact on parental wellbeing, as new research reveals high numbers (73%) constantly worry about what other people around them think. The new child development surveyindependently commissioned by nationwide preschool activity class provider, Toddler Sense, questioned more than a thousand UK…
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Fashion & Beauty

Stylish Outdoor Wear to Keep You Warm This Winter

When it comes to the winter weather, you will want to make sure you wrap up well to make sure you don’t end up unwell. Although you will want to stay warm, you will also want to make sure you keep up with your style. In this article, we will discuss some of the stylish outdoor wear to keep you warm this winter. If you think that this is something you would be interested in then, make sure you…
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Competitions

Win 1 of 2 pairs of tickets to the Slade gig at London ULU on 20th December 2019     

Sladeare back on the road this November & December 2019 with a Christmas UK Tour and London Mums have two pairs of tickets to give away to lucky readers. I attended last year’s pre-Christmas gig and I can say that Slade are the best rock band live I have ever seen. And I am no stranger to live rock myself. Check out below how to enter this awesome competition. SLADE &#8211…
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Movies

Book of the week: Quentin Tarantino: The Iconic Filmmaker & His Work by Ian Nathan

I love movies and books about filmmakers. Quentin Tarantino: The Iconic Filmmaker & His Work by Ian Nathan is the ultimate celebration for any Tarantino fan. Nathan looks at the cult filmmaker’s career and explores the genesis of his unique directorial style, providing insight into his inspirations and his frequent collaborations with favoured actors.Packaged in a handsome slipcase…
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Fitness & Health

Are You Really Taking Care Of Yourself?

It’s probably pretty fair to say that we all want to be as healthy as possible. However, for many people, it’s difficult to get past that stage and actually start doing anything about it. The list of excuses that the vast majority of people have for not being more healthy in their day to day lives is probably a dozen miles long at this point. Whether it’s a matter of time, not…
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Movies

The Best Black and White Films Now in Colour

Have you ever wondered what your all-time favourite black and white films would look like if they were in colour? For years editors have been painstakingly colourising black and white classics into more vibrant versions of themselves, now here’s our list of the very best: CASABLANCA This 1942 romantic drama, directed by Michael Curtiz, was based on Murray Burnett and Joan Alison’s…
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Mumpreneurs & Mums at work

Five careers that are ideal for mums heading back into the workforce

Are you a mum who is looking to get back into the workforce after a short-term absence or a long-term one? Are you feeling a bit unsure of what kinds of careers would be best suited to you, your needs, your interests, and financial goals? Then there is the question of what careers are currently enjoying periods of growth, meaning there are job opportunities out there right now. To help jump-start…
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Competitions

Win 1 of 3 copies of The Lion King DVD

Be prepared: Disney’s The Lion King, the worldwide phenomenon that brought the Pride Lands’ iconic characters to life in a whole new way, arrives on Digital in HD and 4K Ultra HD™Nov.11and physically on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray™ and DVDNov. 18. Directed by Jon Favreau, the summer blockbuster, which reigned supreme with audiences worldwide — earning over $1 billion at…
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Schooling

A Guide To Helping Your Teenager Start Uni

When your child starts university it’s an exciting chapter of both their life and yours. There’s so much to consider, from where they live to what hobbies they take up and what they take with them. Each choice can feel endless but making sensible selections and supporting your child from the beginning will help them to have a great time. Here’s how you can help them to prepare for this…
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