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Father's Day Gift Guide 2014

Father’s Day is usually held on the third Sunday of June in the United Kingdom. This year it falls on Sunday 15 June. It is a day to celebrate all fathers including grandfathers and fathers-in-law. It is commercially driven of course but a great excuse to pay an extra visit to fathers and bring them gifts. If my father was still alive I would travel the seven seas to bring him the best presents…
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To Lego or to Mixels? That is the question...

If you want to understand which toys are trendy for school kids ask your children. This is exactly what I recently did with a new Lego mini figures series i.e. new constructible collectibles linked to a TV programme, which puzzled me a bit initially until I read what my 7 year old son wrote about them. It’s here for you to read. It makes sense and it is only fair to leave this review to him as…
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Top Ten Toy Trends for 2014

Recently I browsed more than 280 stands at the exciting Toy Fair 2014 and have made my mind up on which current toys trends are expected for this year. 1. Value for money. Low cost toys were very popular in 2013 and the trend will continue this year in response to the economic climate that prefers the sale of products that offer added value at lower prices such as collectable cards and little…
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Top Valentine Gifts for HIM

Why is it always so hard to find gifts for men?! It’s Valentine and I have finally found the right outlet that has all a men needs at any one time 🙂 Milkster, you are a life saver for every woman. Here is a choice of gifts that are suitable for men whether it’s Valentine, birthday or Christmas these gifts seem pretty good to me and most of them affordable or at least they are good value…
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Glammy mummy night at the Product of the Year Awards 2014

Once again I had the great pleasure to attend the Product of the Year Awards which this year celebrates its 10th Anniversary. Being such a special year for Product of the Year, the line up of entertainers and singers was particularly amazing this year. It was a great treat for all attendees to see Northern Comedian and TV presenter Alexander Armstrong’s short show and presentation of the…
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Top 10 Valentine Gifts for Her

Here are London Mums’ top ten Valentine Gifts for a special person in your life (whether she’s your girlfriend, wife, nan, mother or …. mistress) we found our top ten gifts on Milkster. These are not the typical Valentine gifts but they are certainly suitable for people who like stylish items. Check if you love them as much as I do! Paper Vase Cover – Green Gradient The Paper Vase is a…
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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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London Mums Deluxe Christmas Shopping

We have presented presents for kids, family and friends in our Christmas Gift Guides, but now we are going to focus on Deluxe Christmas Shopping, i.e. treats for ourselves and our homes. Here is a selection of the best design items available on the London Mums Shopping platform powered by Milkster. Bunk bed AMBERintheSKY AMBERintheSKY is an elegant and innovative bunk bed characterised by…
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Show review: The Gruffalo at the Lyric Theatre

Off I went to see the Gruffalo at the Lyric Theatre with my 5 year old daughter and 3 month baby son last Saturday. From the moment Mouse (Susanna Jennings) came on stage to start her adventure in the dark woods, I was just as captivated as my 5 year old. The stage was simple so we could concentrate on the colourful characters. Timothy Richey did a wonderful job of portraying the different…
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Christmas Gift Guide 2013

Here is the London Mums ultimate Christmas Gift Guide for 2013 including unique gifts chosen by the mums trying to pick unique and current trendy pressies. Enjoy. According to recent research, one in three mums won’t be buying presents for adults this year, instead just spending on children. I certainly fall into this category. The study unsurprisingly found that techie toys will be some of…
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