You may have a trendy and modern style house, but there is just something so eye catching in a well maintained picturesque garden that adds just the right amount of texture, style and earthy tones to your living space. From planting seasonal shrubs and herbs, to designing your own flower bed to growing luscious green trees, we have a list of modern schematic garden designs that will make you…
After attending a conference on indoor air pollution last week, I talked to one of our London Mums’ experts, mumpreneur Marianne, Founder and Director of AllerGuard UK. She sent me her views on this important subject matter.
“Air pollutionis a big topic these days. Data from theLondon Atmospheric Emission Inventory shows that just in London, 2 million people are living with toxic…
The terms indoor air quality and indoor air pollution seem to come up frequently these days. When we mention the word pollution we immediately think of the outside world, cars, aeroplanes, factories and so on. What does bring pollution into your home? Anything from washing up liquids, deodorants, indoor sprays, candles and many more in-house objects are the key causes of indoor air…
When you think about getting fit, what’s the first thing that comes into your mind? If you’re like most people, it’s long sessions on the treadmill wishing you were doing anything else. The good news, though, is that you don’t have to spend hours running on the spot to get to your desired fitness levels: you could eat your way there.
Food has a profound effect on our bodies. It’s…
If you have older children, a big question often arises; how do I keep them occupied all summer? Six weeks can seem like an incredibly long time for a parent. Unlike when they were younger, trying to find something that the whole family will enjoy becomes a lot harder. It’s not always as simple as taking a trip to the park every day or watching films, while these are good by the end of the first…
A few weeks ago I attended a very interesting conference on teenage wellbeing run by the CCMH (the Centre for child mental health). My favourite presentation by CCMH founder Dr Margot Sunderland who covered all important elements of what teenagers need to know to live well.
She shed some light into the teenage brain and provided clear guidelines for teachers and parents on how to…
Whether you like it or not, after 40 eyesight changes. I have worn glasses or contact lenses since I was 17 so I am used to the process but changes in your vision are always annoying. When my regular examination was due this year, I decided to opt for more advance testing with independent opticians instead of using the high street chains. I went to Aston and Woods Eyecare founded and run by the…
Here’s an inspiring story by my friend and mumpreneur Karen Williams who has created the yummiest alternative plant cakes under her own brand Roar Cup Cakes – Just Raw.
It’s time to celebrate with healthy, raw, organic, vegan and gluten free cakes.
Plant Cakes are cool. It’s not boring to eat plants, it’s kind to our children, animals and our planet.
In 2004 my children…
When you become a parent, priorities change and often even the personal interests. I know a lot of mums who have re-trained after maternity leave and changed career altogether. If you are looking into further education to enhance your skill set and achieve more, read on to discover more about your training options.
There is no denying that there are so many different types of courses…
In this blog I am looking at 11+ school selection and academic assessment, a vital combination for success.
Where to start?
Evaluating your child’s options for senior school can be stressful. The overwhelming amount of information available about schools can also be bewildering. Schools have different styles and academic standards, and it is important to choose one where your child feels both…