Schooling

To tutor or not to tutor? That is the question

I never really believed in tutoring as I always thought my son was extremely intelligent. How wrong could I possibly be?!! I don’t refer here to my son’s intelligence, but to the importance of tutoring. Media debate whether to tutor or not to tutor all the time and I have never thought of becoming an advocate for that myself. I had to try it first to be able to understand the…
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Movies

Kids' TV review: Super-power snail TURBO FAST

The biggest oxymoron  in kids’ TV entertainment are back! The world-famous super-power snail Turbo and his posse of adrenaline junkie fueled snail buddies that form the Fast Action Stunt Team (F.A.S.T) are back, meeting the craziest challengers. No matter how wild things get, the Fast Action Stunt Team always has each other’s backs and their need for speed delivers a whole new level of…
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Fitness & Health

Health in the City: Pelvic pain

London Mums have joined forces with BMI Healthcare to encourage women in London to be more aware of the issues surrounding their health and wellbeing in the capital. In this article we look at the issue of pelvic pain and its possible causes. Mittelschmerz’ pain Period pain is something many women are familiar with, but some also experience pain mid-way between periods. This is known as…
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Competitions

Win 1 of 5 Tarzan merchandising packs

THE LEGEND RETURNS – TARZAN Animation movie is now AVAILABLE ON DIGITAL DOWNLOAD BLU-RAY 3D/2D AND DVD. We are giving away 5 merchandise packs which include Tarzan branded t-shirts, rucksacks and a water filterer.  The king of the jungle is brought back to life as the epic, fun-filled jungle adventure TARZAN arrives on digital download, Blu-ray 3D/2D and DVD from 25th August 2014, courtesy…
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Schooling

Computing in the curriculum: a hands-on experience & FREE resources for parents

As I parent, I keep wondering whether I do enough for my child in terms of homework support. I feel quite lucky that I have an academic background and professional qualifications to understand the National Curriculum, but was unfamiliar with the changes being introduced in the new curriculum from this September. Have I have enough knowledge in computer science and computer coding to help my 8 year…
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Schooling

Back to school: Ideas for after homework and play time treats

The Summer holidays are over and we are now slowly getting back into the swing of things at the start of a new exciting school term. We have so far sorted new school uniforms, after school clubs but we are still dealing with daily homework dilemmas. I have noticed that if I promise decent treats and rewards for completing the homework, my son is eager to work without a fuss. Here are ideas for…
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Attractions

PRINCE HARRY IS 30 & AROUND FOR SELFIES AT MADAME TUSSAUDS

Fans of Prince Harry unable to attend the Invictus Games will not miss their chance to meet him as Madame Tussauds London has revealed a new wax figure of the Prince in celebration of his 30th birthday. I am never been a huge fan of wax statues but I attended an exclusive press event in 2011 at Madame Tussauds when the museum was closed especially or us. We truly enjoyed a party atmosphere…
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Pregnancy & Birth

Hyperemesis Gravidarum - what is it exactly? Tips for second time mums

To the excitement of the nation, Clarence House just announced that the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are expecting their second child. And once again, the news had to come out because of Kate suffering with severe morning sickness and currently being treated by doctors at Kensington Palace.  The complicated Latin name of this condition – Hyperemesis Gravidarum – makes it sound very…
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Mumpreneurs & Mums at work

Do Blogging & Social Media cause you Anxiety? You may need a Digi Detox ...

Every Summer at the end of the school year, I head off to Italy and I start a period of real digi detox by switching off my social media due to high roaming charges on the smartphone. The result is increased quality time spent reading, writing and deep thinking not to mention the added family activities. My digi detox also involves no TV or screen time of any kind (except for my checking work…
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Competitions

WIN 1 of 5 BOXTROLLS PRIZES TO CELEBRATE THE FILM'S RELEASE & FREE ACTIVITY DOWNLOADS

To celebrate the release of The Boxtrolls, London Mums are giving five lucky winners the chance to win Boxtrolls prizes including a stationary set, t-shirt and boxtroll rucksack. The Boxtrolls is a comedic fable that unfolds in Cheesebridge, a posh Victorian-era town obsessed with wealth, class and the stinkiest of fine cheeses. Beneath its charming cobblestone streets dwell the Boxtrolls, foul…
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