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Win 1 of 10 exclusive Olympic Slumbersac sleeping bags!

Slumbersac is a family-run business producing and selling high quality baby and toddler sleeping bags at affordable prices. Their sleeping bags are made of 100% cotton and come in 3 tog ratings ensuring your baby or toddler has the best and most comfortable sleep. Blankets and top covers can cause discomfort if tangled or kicked off – sleeping bags are the safest way for your child to…
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Parenting Skills

No prams at London 2012! Are you are a sling or pram mummy or daddy?

At the Olympic Games this summer people are advised not to go with prams but use slings instead. Baby Slings appear to be mandatory for The Olympics “Babes in Arms” Tickets. And what a great opportunity for those strong daddies to bond with their babies while watching their favourite sport. In all the initial excitement of a new baby, dads often feel they need to step back and let mum take…
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WORLD RECORD LONDON: 'IT'S NO YOLK'...SOLDIERS DIPPING SOLDIERS!

A bit of a light-hearted story for us all Londoners. Today over 100 Number 7 Company Coldstream Guards and other members of the Household Division needed no egging on as they lined up to dip toast soldiers into soft-boiled eggs in an attempt to break a new Guinness World Records title at Wellington Barracks, as part of World Record London. London & Partners’ World Record London finale…
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AttractionsGreat OutdoorsSouth East London

London’s newest attraction: Up at The O2 – Climb an icon

As if London would not have enough attractions, the newest one is actually breathtaking. Now you can walk over one of London’s favourite landmarks – The O2. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable 90 minute experience which will take you on an uplifting expedition across the roof of the world’s most popular entertainment venue. Enjoy spectacular 360 degree views of London from our…
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LONDON MUMPRENEUR & MAGIC RADIO PRESENTER ANGIE GREAVES TO CARRY OLYMPIC TORCH

Do you remember my interview with mumpreneur and Magic 105.4 FM Drive presenter Angie Greaves a few years ago? Well since then, Angie has been really supportive and we have kept listening her smooth voice on the radio almost every day. Now we are proud to announce that she has been chosen to be one of the Olympic torch bearers for London 2012. Angie will be carrying the torch on 24th July 2012, on…
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Exclusive interview with Team GB Olympics hopeful Jeanette Kwakye

London Mums caught up with Team GB Olympics hopeful Jeanette Kwakye while being involved in the the Ariel Big Sprint. Read how she reveals some insights into Team GB preparations for the big Games. Q: You grew up in the East End where the Olympics is mainly being held. Have you seen big changes in the area since we won the bid in 2007? JK: What has happened to London’s East End is crazy and…
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RASPBERRY MERINGUE CHEESECAKE

A simple cheesecake using Vanilla Ice Cream. If wishing to make this in advance, freeze thoroughly and remove from the freezer 20 minutes before serving. Servings: 6 Prep Time: 25mins Chilling Time: 40mins Ingredients: 8 scoops of Vanilla Ice Cream (200g/400ml). For this recipe we used Carte D’Or Vanilla Ice Cream. 150g biscuits 60g butter 200g raspberries, washed and hulled, reserving 12 for…
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Al Fresco Feasts part 6: So Easy Chocolate and Summer Fruit Ripple

These quick picnic recipes make it easy to make the most of the sunshine with your family this summer. If you’re lapping up the sun in the garden at home, give these treats a try. Simply chill in the fridge for half an hour, then enjoy! portions: 6 Prep time: 10 minutes Total time:: 10 minutes 200 g fresh raspberries 300 g fresh strawberries 160 g Philadelphia with Cadbury 100 g low fat…
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