Bad dreams, nightmares and the fear of monsters under the bed represent a phase in any child’s development. They start to happen around the age of six, but they can show up early if the child is more receptive to the world around.
As a parent, you should know that there is a progressive line to this situation: as the child grows older, he or she starts to understand the world is not a…
Dear London Mums, I feel very strongly about a new campaign launched by Mums for Lungs, a new local group of parents I know from my son’s former primary school who are campaigning for cleaner, healthier air in London and would like to call everyone to support it. Mums for Lungsis a growing network of parents concerned about the life-long impact of London’s toxic air on our…
I am honoured to have interviewed new Children’s Laureate Lauren Child recently for the Winter edition cover of the London Mums magazine. Find out what she thinks of motherhood, Charlie & Lola and doggies.Over the past 10 years I have chatted to hundreds of writers and film stars, but yet I still could not pin down one of my favourite artists. It was worth the wait as not only I…
Growing up with green habits is very important. This blog looks at sustainability practices that are great for children to learn.
Not everything belongs in the rubbish bin and it’s important you’ve got the right set up to mean you recycle as much as possible. Getting some different and brightly coloured bins can help children (and adults) distinguish between the bins for…
We all know the feeling: washing, toys, shopping or clutter slowly build up and a busy life starts to feel a little overwhelming. What you might not realise is that keeping your home tidy can help to reduce stress. With just a little time and a few easy tweaks, you can avoid the clutter and keep your cool.
When you have young kids, the concept of “tidy” can feel somewhat unattainable…
Endless gym time or CoolSculpting (fat freezing treatment)? – that is the question.
It is re-known that by mid January most people have already given up on their new year’s resolutions, which usually involve going to the gym and stop eating and drinking… Sounds familiar, London Mums? It does to me… Well, it’s been even proven by a recent study commissioned by the…
Pancakes are easy to prepare but I have now a very easy pancake recipe after experimenting in the kitchen with my 11 year old son Diego. Try it on Shrove Tuesday and beyond.
What you need for 10 pancakes
100 grams of plain flour
300 ml of semi skimmed milk
no sugar
2 large eggs
How to make it
Don’t use too much frying oil…
Bargain Hunt fans and antiques’ lovers will love my chat with antique expert andMumpreneurCatherine Southon on the art of finding a bargain, parenting and being the Queen for a day.
Q: Catherine, how would you encourage children to learn the art of finding a bargain?
CS: I think it’s important to teach children the value of money as soon…
Dear London Mums,
Blue Monday, claimed to be the most depressing and stressful day of the year, falls on 15 January 2018. The day is thought to bring doom and gloom thanks to a culmination of factors, including weather conditions, increased debt, failing New Year’s resolutions and low motivational levels.
It’s a day for many of us to take a…
Whether you’re about to start a family or simply adding to an existing one, finding the ideal family car to carry a mixture of children of all ages, along with all the associated paraphernalia such as Moses baskets, pushchairs and changing bags, can be a tricky prospect.
The key to choosing the right vehicle is to be fully aware of the specific needs of your individual family, and…