I have recently read this headline ‘More Chocolate, Fewer Heart Attacks’ and obviously thought ‘Hurra!’! Wouldn’t you?!
American Dr Weil who is an advocate of dark chocolate recently said that if more people at high risk for cardiac disease ate dark chocolate daily, there might be fewer heart attacks and strokes. He quoted Australian researchers who explored the…
At the Olympic Games this summer people are advised not to go with prams but use slings instead. Baby Slings appear to be mandatory for The Olympics “Babes in Arms” Tickets.
And what a great opportunity for those strong daddies to bond with their babies while watching their favourite sport.
In all the initial excitement of a new baby, dads often feel they need to step back and let mum take…
This is an amazing competition for our summer babies! We have 10 Paparazzi (4 pack) Pack of four 100% cotton muslin swaddling wraps kindly donated by aden + anais® to give away worth £44.95 each!!!
aden + anais® wraps are the ultimate in breathability and softness. The fabric’s light, open weave helps reduce the risk of overheating. It is gentle on baby’s skin and durable for everyday use.
A bit of a light-hearted story for us all Londoners. Today over 100 Number 7 Company Coldstream Guards and other members of the Household Division needed no egging on as they lined up to dip toast soldiers into soft-boiled eggs in an attempt to break a new Guinness World Records title at Wellington Barracks, as part of World Record London.
London & Partners’ World Record London finale…
The Olympic Torch Relay is amazing to get us all into the Olympic spirit. Follow the torch at the official site
www.london2012.com/torch-relay and read an exclusive story written by one of of London dadpreneur who was inspired by the Olympic Games to create this story for his curious boy.
You can find this story at page 34 of our latest Jubilympic magazine…
This is Darren Marshall (Head Chef at Island Grill, overlooking Hyde Park)’s recipe for gazpacho. It is the one his wife’s family makes at home in Galicia (North of Spain).
Serves 4
½ onion
2 cloves of garlic
½ cucumber
6 ripe plum tomatoes
75ml olive oil
75ml water
2tblsp sherry vinegar
small handful of basil
Lightly cook the onions and garlic in a pan, then mix all of the ingredients…
With so much talk about sport during London 2012, skiing is also high in the agenda for most families. Many parents are keen to hit the slopes with their children, but don’t know quite what to expect… and struggle to identify where to start looking for the right option for their family’s particular needs.
The right choice for your family will be dictated by a few key factors. These…
One of our London dads working in Central London sent us this image this morning of Olympic rings arriving at Tower Bridge today.
Thanks a lot Brian! We envy your view from the office! Thanks for sharing it with us.
Monica CostaMonica Costa founded London Mums in September 2006 after her son Diego’s birth together with a group of mothers who felt the need of meeting up regularly to share the…
As if London would not have enough attractions, the newest one is actually breathtaking.
Now you can walk over one of London’s favourite landmarks – The O2. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable 90 minute experience which will take you on an uplifting expedition across the roof of the world’s most popular entertainment venue.
Enjoy spectacular 360 degree views of London from our…

