When it comes to taking the kids on holiday, every parent knows a beach can make or break it. If it’s a good’un, a beach will keep kids of all ages occupied for hours. If the beach you’ve lugged all your bags, buckets and spades, and 11 bottles of sun creamdown to isn’t so good, forget it – you’ve probably got about 30 minutes until the whining kicks in. So, if you’re planning…
As a qualified book worm, every year I attend various events where authors and publishers present their latest releases. Here’s my favouriteselection of kids’ books recentlyshowcased by Penguin Random House that will stand the test of time. Do you agree?
PICTURE BOOKS
The Very Hungry Caterpillar50th anniversary gold cover edition
2019 marks 50 years…
I recently found a quote on a painting in Amsterdam that said ’Reading is not a pastime, it’s a way of life. It eases souls, and when you need it most, it’s a light in the dark’. This is exactly how I feel about reading for pleasure. I am a bookworm and I was curious to find out the long-term benefits of reading on our health when I was invited to a presentation by TV doctor Dr Hilary…
I love travelling but I know far too well that planning a trip can often be tedious and stressful, and planning a trip with kids is a whole new ball game. If you want to live out your travel dreams and have kids at the same time, there are a few things you must keep in mind before you embark on a family holiday.
Keep them involved
Make sure your children are in the mix from the beginning. Start…
I am a big fan of dolphins and a sucker for dolphin movies too. So I was pleased to provide quotes for the latest genre flick called Dolphin Kick. London Mums can now win one of five copies we have been offered for a competition. Check how to enter here.
For your chance to win one of Dolphin Kick DVDs, subscribe to the London Mums Youtube channel hereandwrite the name of your…
My mantra has always been ‘Carpe Diem’ (Latin for ‘Seize the day’) because life’s too short to miss out on the good things in life such as travel, food, films & love!And I live by it! My latest trip is a testimony to this mantra.
The first time I went to Amsterdam was 16 years ago at a work conference. I did not have enough time to absorb its vibe in full then.
To celebrate the release of Disney’s Mary Poppins Returnson Digital 4K Ultra HDTM,HD and SD, and on Blu-rayTM and DVDtomorrow, London Mums and the Kids Club were invited to a Mary Poppins’ themed Afternoon Tea on a London Double-decker bus going on aMary Poppins Tour of the Capital. Check this out!
London is the backdrop of both Mary Poppinsmovies but…
I am absolutely helpless when it comes to doanything around the home – except for cooking and cleaning. I always rely on experts to give me honest advice about appliances, hoping for the best. As I have recently changed a boiler, I have done some research and I am now sharing it all here.A new boiler is one of the biggest household purchases you make, and repairs can cost you a…
Our team of child reporters Oliver & Leo Bush with Mum Bibi attended the Lego City Hero Academy at the London Transport Museum in Covent Garden and sent me this wonderful review that I am happy to share. Check this out.
Today we joined the Lego City Hero Academy at London Transport Museum for a fun and heroic experience. The speakers were friendly and engaging. Greg…
Situated in the heart of London, Harley Street has been known for its renowned medical specialists and surgeons since the 19th century. In 1860, there was a recorded number of 20 doctors located on this iconic stretch of road. By 1914, this number rose to almost 200. Today, Harley Street is home to an estimated 3,000 people working in healthcare.
Aside from the high concentration of healthcare…