Travel with kids

Travel: Adventurous Costa Rica

2022 marks the end my staycation after two years of pandemic. Costa Rica has been one of the first countries to open up again so I took my first big trip outside Europe in years. And what a trip that was. Costa Rica is a little country in Central America that contains a world’s worth of landscapes, adventures and exotic wildlife of all kinds. After spending two weeks travelling around the…
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Parenting Skills

Airtasker and property expert, Phil Spencer help Londoners with their home move

New research from Airtasker, the local services marketplace, found that almost one in three Londoners still plan to move in 2022. Airtasker’s new Move Right Report and Phil Spencer’s tips, will help prepare you for the big move. With rising costs of living, Airtasker has launched its 2022 Move Right Report, to help Londoners navigate their moving journey. The report identified…
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Parenting Skills

Plotting your path to success in Psychology

A psychologist is someone who studies the social, emotional, and cognitive processes and behaviour of a person. This is by observing, recording, and interpreting how an individual relates to another person and the environment they are in. They then use this information to help the person improve their behaviours and processes. In terms of the duties that a psychologist has, there are a number of…
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Get Creative

Creative Baby Shower gifts for first-time mums

Baby showers are becoming increasingly common for many mums, particularly first-time parents who want to enjoy the last few weeks of freedom before their little one arrives. Originally an American tradition, baby showers are now popular in the UK and are a great way for friends and family members to show their love for the mum-to-be. While baby showers come in all types and can include a range of…
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Mumpreneurs & Mums at work

Star Mumpreneur: How a Brontë Bitch is born

Rosalia Ferrara is a fireball: she’s a mum, a PR lady and now a successful entrepreneur with her own fashion brand inspired by the Brontë sisters. I have caught up with her to find out how she does it all. Q: Where does the inspiration come from for Brontë Bitch? RF: I’m inspired by the literary greats The Brontë Sisters & brother Branwell of Haworth where I actually live now. I moved…
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Feeding the Family

REVIEW: Artisanal hot cross buns 

Easter is at the door and personally I love eating good quality hot cross buns versus supermarkets’ Easter sweets. I have come across amicro bakery in Clapton, Charles Artisan Bread, providing simple, honest and no fuss freshly baked goods everyday includingthe ultimateHot Cross “Bunny”alongsidebespoke Carrots Cakes. These limited edition treats sit…
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Fitness & Health

The less known health benefits of Blackcurrants

In the past years one of the recurrent themes and talks has certainly being vitamins, but did you know that not many of us are aware of the health benefits of blackcurrants? There’s often mention of citrus & berries vitamins but blackcurrants are rarely mentioned as perhaps there has not been much research on the benefits of this amazing fruit. Extensive research by CurraNZ has…
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Fitness & Health

Pregnancy and labour complication guide – how to deal with the unexpected  

Pregnancy is wonderful news, but parents may experience a mix of feelings and emotions. You will deal with fear, confusion, stress, joy and excitement, wondering how to act next. Numerous body and emotional changes occur during pregnancy, being crucial to understand and accept them. It may be scary at first, but remember to research anything related to your mental health, diet, necessary vitamins…
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Fitness & Health

Healthy Heart Tip: Keep Mum’s heart healthy this Mother’s Day

This Sunday, 27th of March, treat your mum to a luxurious, heart healthy day. It’s important for all mums to remember to take care of their own health and wellbeing, as well as that of their families. Here’s a few ways to make the day healthy and special: Breakfast in Bed Your mum will love being served breakfast, so pop by the shops early or make arrangements the day before. Why…
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Recipes

Mother’s Day Recipe from chef Matt Tebbutt: Blackberry, ricotta and citrus pancakes

What a treat to have a Mother’s Day recipe from chef Matt Tebbutt, whom I recently met at the presentation of Pub in the park Wimbledon: Blackberry, ricotta and citrus pancakes. A classic breakfast staple that’s very simple to knock together. The addition of the ricotta gives these pancakes a deliciously smooth interior. You can choose whatever soft fruit you fancy, but the combination of…
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