Recipes

Christmas recipe: Nadia Sawalha’s Mulled Wine Jelly

Here is yummy Nadia Sawalha’s Mulled Wine Jelly recipe which is quite original and you can surprise your guests this Christmas with something different. Healthy cooking guru Nadia Sawalha donated us this recipe and tips on the small steps you can take to reach your healthy eating goals and kick-start a better, new you. Serves: 6 Prep time: 15 minutes (with at least 6 hours setting…
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Books

Book review: Octonauts Creature Report

The Octonauts have roamed the seven seas meeting the most extraordinary creatures! Did you know that humpback whales can sing for up to 24 hours? Or that cuttlefish can change colours but are colour-blind? In the Octonaut’s Creature Report, learn all about angler fish to orcas in this exciting new sticker book! Use the over 150 stickers included to complete each report compiled by Captain…
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Feeding the Family

Welcome to the Season of Temptation as Average Brit Consumes 7,000 Calories on Christmas Day

It comes to no surprise that we overindulge over Christmas but it the calculations of consumed calories on Christmas Day in a new study is incredible and I thought I’d share it with you. With less than three weeks to go until Christmas, the countdown is on until the season of merriment. But with the endless supply of chocolates, snacks, mince pies and festive drinks, the average Briton (and…
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Tested & Recommended

West End show review: Charlie and the Chocolate factory

Over the years I have seen lots of West End shows and I have never been disappointed but I have also never been overwhelmed so far. Well, until now. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory definitely wowed both myself and my 7 year old son!! What an amazing show that is. It’s not just the incredible special effects that have the WOW factor, but it’s also the music and the quality of the…
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Competitions

Win 1 of 5 a special film goodie bag filled with MOSHI MONSTERS THE MOVIE merchandise.

To celebrate the release of MOSHI MONSTERS THE MOVIE in cinemas 20th December 2013 London Mums magazine is giving away five film goodie bags of Moshi Monsters The Movie merchandise to 5 lucky readers. SYNOPSIS Taking the leap from the small screen to the big screen, the global kids’ phenomenon is getting ready for its theatrical debut in the UK and Ireland this December in Moshi Monsters: The…
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Recipes

Recipe: Pumpkin, Walnut & Poppy Seed Muffins with Cheddar Cheese

We love this nutritious recipe for Pumpkin, Walnut & Poppy Seed Muffins with Cheddar Cheese filled with lots of power food and nutrients – all good stuff for a healthy family. This recipe is very child Friendly but careful with allergy to nuts. The muffins are freezable, Pre-preparable, you can serve them Cold or Hot – ideal for special occasions such a Birthday Party, Casual…
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Activities

ARLENE PHILLIPS STEPS IN TO HELP SAVE THE CHILDREN BECOME DANCING RECORD-BREAKERS ON CHRISTMAS JUMPER DAY

At Christmas everyone gives it all to help out! Check out this interesting charity stunt: World renowned choreographer Arlene Phillips is set to lead festive knitwear-clad shoppers in a dance on Save the Children’s Christmas Jumper Day on Friday 13th December 2013 at Westfield London, W12 at 8:00am. The charity is attempting to break the world record for the most people dancing in Christmas…
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Movies

Christmas movie: '12 Dogs of Christmas 2: The Great Puppy Rescue'

To celebrate the release of 12 Dogs of Christmas 2: The Great Puppy Rescue, Signature Entertainment held a festive screening at Riverside Studios in Hammersmith on Saturday, 7th December 2013. A sequel to the holiday classic, the film stars Danielle Chuchran (Cat In The Hat, Rise of the Shadow Warrior) as the grown up 17-year old Emma who finds herself needing to rescue the local puppy orphanage.
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Parenting Skills

How Much it Costs to Get Your Children to 18

So, great news, you have just found out that you are expecting a baby. Or you have young children already and are wondering when your cash flow is going to improve so you can have another. Well whether it`s a surprise or expected news, it`s your first or your fifth, once the initial fuzzy feeling wears off, it is time to start thinking about the real nitty-gritty involved with raising a child.
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Testimonials

Testimonials from people who LOVE London Mums

Here we share a collection of emails we have received over the years from our ‘fans’. All messages (not just the few posted here) are treasured as they mean so much to us and give us the motivation to keep going and supporting more women and families. Photography credit for City Hall images: Memorygate photographers ‘I’ve been reading through your magazine (Summer/Autumn…
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