Fitness & Health

Social Anxiety: A closer look

In 2023, there’s much less stigma around mental health. This is great, as it means people are more comfortable discussing their mental health and seeking help when they feel like they need it. One of the most common mental health problems today is social anxiety. From your average person in the street to big-name celebrities and influencers, it’s something that can affect anyone. Although it…
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Fitness & Health

Your Clitoris and 'Cliturgy': Debunking myths and embracing sexual knowledge for women's empowerment

If we consider our clitoris as holy, (it’s felt slutty for a very long time) then there will be a liturgy surrounding its worship. The Good Sex rituals we like that we know best, our ‘Cliturgy’. It’s all very fine us knowing our clit inside out; do our partners? It’s a difficult discussion to have at the best of times, made worse by conflicting views as to how…
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Special Kids

The potential of Play: How Occupation Therapy fosters childhood development

Senior Occupational Therapist for over 30 years Kim Cunningham shares here her insights on how Occupation Therapy fosters childhood development. Kim understands that children with developmental disabilities may struggle in their day-to-day lives without receiving the support they need. Occupational therapy can provide children with valuable tools to enhance their daily lives and improve their…
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Fashion & Beauty

The types of shoes every mum needs in her wardrobe

For mums all over, we know the role isn’t easy. Handling the school run, enjoying a casual outing with friends, or even getting yourself glammed up for a night out, it’s essential you’ve got the right footwear on. After all, they can either make or break your day. Understandably, comfort, practicality, and style will be at the forefront of your mind. Thankfully, London Mums have compiled a…
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Parenting Skills

Don’t Just “Survive” the Summer Holidays

As the summer holidays stretch ahead, many parents find themselves anticipating the challenge of keeping their children entertained and engaged for several weeks. However, according to Maria Montessori’s Institute‘s Head of Training, Louise Livingston, parents can do more than just “survive” the summer holidays. By incorporating elements of the Montessori approach they can…
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Mums Tips

Time saving hacks to help around the home

Being a parent of young children is hectic at the best of times, but during the summer holidays it’s even more important to save time and stay productive so you have more time for the fun stuff! London Mums share time saving hacks to help around the home during the school holidays. Image credit: Pexels-monstera Secret storage is your best friend. Ottomans with hidden storage are a great way to…
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Mums Tips

Mum's Guide to a smooth move: Tips and tricks for a stress-free transition

Mum’s Guide to a smooth move: Tips and tricks for a stress-free transition. Moving homes is an exciting new chapter in your life. It’s an opportunity to explore new spaces, embrace fresh opportunities, and create memories. However, the process can also be a challenging and stress-inducing task, especially for busy moms juggling numerous responsibilities, and can make kids anxious…
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Fitness & Health

Is ADHD underdiagnosed or overdiagnosed in the younger population?

There is now a greater awareness of ADHD than ever before but that prompts the question as to whether diagnosis of this condition is too easily confirmed or whether we are still missing people who should be diagnosed with it. One of the obvious challenges when trying to evaluate a young adult is the fact that hormonal challenges and developmental changes to a young person’s brain can potentially…
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Fitness & Health

Teletherapy: What measures are in place to protect your privacy?

Online therapy or Teletherapy has been gaining traction over the years, and it definitely had a foothold during the pandemic. However, there is some growing concern that using online therapy can expose a lot of your private information. Do companies protect user data properly? Is there enough security in place to prevent data breaches from occurring? Here’s what you should know before you sign…
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Fitness & Health

The Dos and Don’ts of supporting a loved one during outpatient treatment

Behavioural treatment centres exist to help people get on the right track. When someone troubled needs to get on the right path, these centres are more than happy to guide them. Your role as a loved one is similar, and here is what you can do to help. Image credit: Pexels Connect Rapport needs to be built during outpatient treatment before any progress is made. When you visit someone, your role…
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