I’m sure we’re all familiar with Heidi Murkoff’s 1985 pregnancy bible. It is probably the most famous guide to pregnancy in the English-speaking world. What To Expect When You’re Expecting, and others in the same series, have sold a staggering 35 million copies worldwide. With a phenomenon like this how long could Hollywood be expected to stay away? And sure enough, in line…
‘My mummy’ by Paula metcalf and Lucy Barnard is an amazing book for young children published by Macmillan.This story is a wonderful celebration of motherhood and the special bond that exists between a mum and her children.
It’s really beautifully illustrated and I can relate to all activities and scenarios mentioned in the story: from cycling together in the park to make…
Recently my doctor found out that I kept having recurring colds and inflamed sinuses due to lack of Vitamin D. Apparently I am not alone as 85% of British adults suffer under Vitamin D3 deficiency due to the lack of sunshine.
So apart from starting to take a high dose of Vitamin D3 supplements I also did some research and this is what I found out.
According to Dr Weil, ‘Vitamin D…
There are so many ways that you can make spelling fun and enjoyable; unusual and also different! Spelling can be creative – here are some ideas, to help you create a fun little world of letters and words for your child.
Spelling in Salt
Get a tray, fill it with salt and start writing letters and spelling words! Children will feel how the letters are made, and this tactile, multisensory…
Holidaymakers planning to travel this summer should check their passports are valid and leave plenty of time to apply for a new one, the Identity and Passport Service (IPS) warned today.
As the peak period for passport applications has begun, IPS is reminding customers to check their passport expiry date. If you need a new one, the advice is to allow at least three weeks for it to arrive and…
Shiva Rea, yoga trainer and innovator is back with another Gaiam collaboration – Mother & Baby Yoga. London Mums are giving you the chance to preview what the DVD has in store with a free workout.
Mother & Baby Yoga is the next chapter in the trilogy of Shiva and Gaiam DVD’s. A woman’s body goes through major changes in childbirth and although bonding time with a new baby is…
Whether you are child or an adult you can now have a soft cuddle whenever you want it by hugging these super soft pillow pets. It is a great investment as you can use it both as a toy and as a cushion. Brilliant idea!
Forget cheap imitations, Mookie Toys have brought the original Pillow Pets to the UK this spring.
Pillow Pets are the new premium quality plush toy made of ultra-soft and cuddly…
Water water rain rain everywhere but the drought is not over. As the hosepipe ban is introduced across parts of the UK, people need to make sure they’re keeping an eye on their water consumption. The shortage will affect millions of homeowners, not to mention having a potentially adverse effect on the UK’s wildlife.
Cutting down water usage not only makes good environmental sense, it can…
Many of you will have heard of Zumba® Dance Fitness by now, but did you know that there are 7 other ways we can all enjoy Zumba®, which include sitting, being in the water, using weights, so that all age ranges and fitness/physical abilities can take part?
Zumbatomic® is just one of these branches of Zumba® which is designed specifically for kids (ages 4-12).
It’s a high-energy, fun fitness…
Are you having a baby? Are you aged 16 – 30 and based in the UK? Do you want to share your story?
Firecracker Films are making a landmark documentary for BBC3, following young Brits embarking on one of the most remarkable journeys of their lives – having a baby.
We’re looking for individuals or couples, aged between 16-25, who are having a baby and want to share their story.
We want YOU to…