Parenting Skills

Preparing your little one for their first ballet lesson

Starting ballet lessons is an exciting time for everyone, children as well as parents, but how can you prepare your little one for their first class? We spoke to Julie Hurley, from Dancewearcentral.co.uk and asked her to share her top tips on how to make sure your child is as prepared as possible for that all important first ballet lesson. Check they have the right dance clothes This may sound…
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Tested & Recommended

Bratz Remix doll grooves my dolls' collection

You may recall my big interview last year following the Bratz return on the toy scene. When I thought that Bratz dolls had reached their innovative peak, they are are back with fresh new looks and super cool accessories for 2016. Bratz Remix is just what I missed in my growing dolls’ collection. I love my new Yasmin doll who comes in a lovely box with a pair of headphones, a brush and a very…
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Attractions

Marvel Universe Live London - Kids Club takes a sneak peek ahead of the tour start in September 2016

2015 and 2016 have been important for Marvel which has brought us great Avengers’ movies and the popular live tour MARVEL UNIVERSE LIVE! The great news is that the ACTION SPECTACULAR has now arrived in the UK and will start touring from the end of September. Kids from the London Mums Kids Club have exclusively met some performers from the show. Watch while they showcase their skills and talk…
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Competitions

Win a pampering getaway & treatments at BSpa at Brooklands Hotel

With our busy lives, we all need to put back a little of what life takes out. And why not start with the tranquil journey that begins in the serene getaway that is BSpa at Brooklands Hotel. It’s a place to be pampered, to rejuvenate and restore health and well-being. You can melt into a life spa environment that reflects the perfect balance between innovation and classical therapies; created for…
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Activities

Four Fun and Simple DIY Games and Activities for Kids

These days, children have a wide array of games, toys and activities to choose from. Whether they are the outdoorsy types who enjoy camping and sports, or homebodies who prefer crafts and video games, there’s something available for each and every child out there. However, finding the right activity or toy doesn’t have to be a costly feat that involves hours of shopping. Sometimes, the best…
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Attractions

London View points: The capital seen from the top of the O2 - Up at The O2 attraction review

What I loved the most about the attraction Up at the O2 is the different London view point, its unusual landscape of Canary Wharf and the Eastern up and coming area of the capital which constantly changes. Because this attraction involves intense physical activity, when you reach the top of the climb, you are rewarded with the view of a unique building and the skyscrapers from the new financial…
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Recipes

Recipe: Raspberry Yogurt Ripples

Here is a fun and nutritious recipe for the weekend and for the Summer: Raspberry Yogurt Ripples – donated to London Mums by Onken. Children can easily make it and eat it as a snack or as ice lollies. It is much healthier than sugary snacks or even ice creams. Serves: 4 Prep time: 10 minutes 2-3 hours freezing Ingredients – 4 tablespoon  Fat Free Vanilla Yogurt – 2 tablespoon…
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Movies

Film review: Walt before Mickey on Netflix

Walt before Mickey, a new independent film released in 2015 is now available on Netflix. It’s about the early years of Walt Disney based on the book Walt Before Mickey: Disney’s Early Years, 1919–1928 by Timothy S. Susanin. Spanning nine years, this biographical drama chronicles the early days of Walt Disney’s career – before he and his brother Roy began the humble…
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Competitions

WIN 1 of 3 FAMILY DVD BUNDLES WITH TOP CAT BEGINS – IN CINEMAS 27 MAY 2016

Everyone’s favourite feline friend is back, and to celebrate his highly anticipated return in TOP CAT BEGINS, in cinemas on 27 May, we’re giving you the chance to get the whole family together with a DVD bundle, including the classic Top Cat cartoons, for all to enjoy. Tracing the roots of the famous animated series from cartoon legends Hanna-Barbera, get set for this ‘purrfect&#8217…
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Books

New art book for children to explore Matisse

Looking at art books is extremely important in early childhood and can help develop children’s abilities in the arts as well as strengthen parent-child bonds. Going to the museum is not always easy with young children, so art books are a great alternative. I recently reviewed a book about Miro’ which I enjoyed reading with my 9 year old son Diego who has been exposed to art since he…
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