Tested & Recommended

Angelic Diamonds Reveal Beyoncé’s ‘Run the World’ as the Ultimate Mother’s Day track

Angelic Diamonds, a leading online jeweller, has announced Beyoncé Knowles’ ‘Run the World’ to be the ultimate Mother’s Day track. As sons and daughters seek out the best Mother’s Day gift, the jeweller has created the Ultimate Mothers’ Playlist, and it was the former Destiny’s Child singer who topped the charts. The data collected celebrates some of music’s most iconic…
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Competitions

Win a Joy Tech Denim & Vegan Leather Backpack by Kerikit worth £145

To cheer you all up, London Mums in association with handbag brand Kerikit are giving away the Award-winning Joy Tech Denim & Vegan Leather Backpack worth £145. This stunning style is trimmed with vegan leather trims and light gold hardware. The hard-wearing tech denimouter is not only durable, but also incredibly lightweight and waterproof, so no matter what you load up your Joy with…
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Parenting Skills

How to explain the COVID-19 pandemic, and other bad news, to children

The current COVID-19 pandemic is unprecedented and whilst many of us see the news and social media as a source of vital information, it can also be overwhelming for many of us, especially young children.Children do need to be informed of the facts during this pandemic and be advised on how they can help prevent the spread of infection, because it isunlikely that they will be able to…
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Mumpreneurs & Mums at work

Are you an aspiring entrepreneur? Prepare to face these challenges

According to recent research, the proportion of new businesses run by women is steadily growing – from just under a fifth in 2017 to just over a third today. Female directors of UK SMEs are in the minority just about everywhere in the country, with the only exception being Carlisle, where there’s a just-about-even split between the genders. Of course, there may be a whole host of explanations…
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Movies

Film review: My Spy starring Dave Bautista

My spy is the perfect spy movie for families. No blood, lots of fun and action. A spy movie with lots of gags and action starring Dave Bautista, a Dwayne Johnson’s lookalike. Although you could tell from the very start that this movie would have been perfect for The Rock, ten minutes into the story you warm up to Bautista’s character. ThinkMission: Impossiblemeets…
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Travel with kids

How to fund your dream family holiday

It’s a tough job being a parent, but the reality is you wouldn’t want to change it for the world. The time with your kids goes by much faster than you think, so it’s important that you make memories to last. One of the things that you and your kids will definitely never forget is a dream holiday. Have you been thinking of an adventure that you would like to share with your…
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Competitions

Win a copy of Cold Feet Series 9

As the gang reunites the nation’s favourite now fifty-somethings continue to navigate their way through life, love and friendship. Series 9 finds Adam (James Nesbitt) and Karen (Hermione Norris) juggling their burgeoning relationship with the domestic chaos of a new blended family. Just as they appear to have cracked it, an unexpected visitor tips the balance. Another person not…
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Tested & Recommended

Mother's Day in the time of self-isolation

Let’s face it, Mother’s Day this year – on 22nd March – will be different as we will be in self-isolation for the first time in our lifetime. A pandemic is like a war and we need to learn how to be patient and cheer ourselves up enjoying the little things in life. Mothers are called to be carers, mumpreneurs, companions and lovers. So I find myself reflecting on the…
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Travel with kids

How to plan the perfect romantic getaway

Planning a romantic getaway with your partner? Holidays with your partner are important experiences for your relationship whether you are in the early stages of a serious relationship or you have been married for many years as this is how you explore together, try new things and make new memories. Read on to find out how to plan the perfect romantic getaway for your partner. Explore New Places It…
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Attractions

Art exhibition review: Andy Warhol at Tate Modern 12 March – 6 September 2020

Andy Warhol (1928–87) was one of the most recognisable artists of the late 20th century, yet his life and work continue to fascinate and be interpreted anew. A major new exhibition at Tate Modern – the first at the gallery for almost 20 years – offers a rare personal insight into how American iconWarhol and his work marked a period of cultural transformation. Iwalked away from a…
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