Baby & Toddlers

Aldi’s Baby event returns: Big savings for London parents

Aldi’s Baby Event is back, starting 9th January 2025, bringing substantial savings for families and new parents. With discounts of up to 75% compared to leading retailers, this year’s event features a range of baby essentials and branded favourites, including Specialbuys and exciting new products designed to make life with little ones easier. Exciting new arrivals for 2025 Amongst the…
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Baby & Toddlers

Why toddlers should dance

Encouraging toddlers to dance is one of the most delightful ways to foster their development, creativity, and physical health. Movement through dance helps young children navigate their initial stages of life while enhancing their motor skills. Yet, the benefits go beyond mere physicality; dance offers emotional outlets and opportunities for social interaction. As children learn to express…
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Mums Tips

How to design sleep-friendly spaces for a happier, healthier family

The quality of sleep is the highest priority for most families. Experts recommend that adults should sleep between 7-9 hours per night and children (depending on their age) should get up to 14 hours of sleep at night. That’s a whole lot of sleep. Sounds dreamy, right? Not if you’re not getting enough of it – like over half (51%) of Britons. Lack of sleep can have significantly…
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Baby & Toddlers

Kendamil addresses urgent need for affordable and accessible formula with new brand, Bonya

Bonya, the new high quality affordable formula, launches the country’s first ever partnership donating formula to UK families with charity In Kind Direct. Nine in ten (90 per cent) parents are concerned about being able to afford the formula they need for their baby. Bonya is priced at £8.45, enabling parents who use Healthy Start vouchers to purchase an entire box of Bonya and saving…
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Schooling

Mind the Language Gap: ‘false friends’ could lead to hilarious misunderstandings

Language and culture experts emphasise the importance of being mindful of certain tricky words that sound similar across languages but hold entirely different meanings. These so-called ‘false friends’ can easily lead to awkward or humorous situations when learning a new language. The term ‘false friends’ originates from the French phrase ‘faux amis’ and refers to words that appear to…
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Mums Tips

What should I consider when buying my child’s first phone?

Ofcom data shows that 97 per cent of British children have a mobile phone by the time they reach twelve years old. While getting a phone is now seen as a rite of passage for young people, it can come with several cost and safety concerns for parents. According to affordable SIM-only mobile operator spusu, there are four key considerations parents should bear in mind when it comes to choosing their…
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Fashion & Beauty

Party make-up: A step-by-step guide to creating Smokey Eyes 

Welcome, London mums, to an exclusive beauty tutorial designed just for you! Whether you’re gearing up for a night out or a special event, mastering the art of smokey eyes can effortlessly elevate your party makeup game. Follow this step-by-step guide to achieve a sultry and glamorous look that’s bound to turn heads. Step 1: Prep and Prime Start With a clean, moisturised face. Apply…
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Fitness & Health

3 Amazing benefits of drinking Lion's Mane Coffee daily

Imagine starting your morning with a cup of coffee that energizes and sharpens your mind. Lion’s Mane coffee is quickly becoming a favorite among wellness enthusiasts for its rich, smooth flavour and impressive health benefits. Known for centuries in traditional medicine, this powerful mushroom is now a rising star in modern wellness routines. Rich in antioxidants and brain-boosting…
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Fashion & Beauty

Beauty review: Miss Nella Kids Make-up

As a mum, navigating the world of children’s products has always been an adventure. Finding safe, fun, and engaging items for kids is a challenge, so I was eager to try out Miss Nella Kids Makeup. Here’s my honest review of the pros and cons based on my experience. Pros: Safe Ingredients: Miss Nella makeup is free from harmful chemicals, which is crucial for my kids’ sensitive skin.
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Parenting Skills

Tips to keep teenagers productive and engaged over the festive break

As the Christmas holidays roll around, it’s a magical time of year filled with mince pies, glittering lights, and Mariah Carey on repeat. But for teens facing January mocks and looming exams, it’s also a season that can quickly become a juggling act of family fun and academic prep. So, how do you keep the festive spirit alive while ensuring they stay on top of their schoolwork? London Mums is…
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