London Mums Magazine

8 Remedies for post-birth stretch marks on your tummy

Jun 15 2020

Stretch marks are very common, especially among women who have been pregnant. These marks are thin lines found in areas prone to fat, such as the tummy. The cause of stretch marks can be attributed to hormonal changes, weight gain, and fat loss, all of which occur during pregnancy. Fortunately, there are various medical treatments and home remedies to get rid of stretch marks found in certain areas of the body. Below is a closer look at eight approaches to getting rid of stretch marks after you have given birth.

Keeping it hands-free: 6 Reasons for hiring a full-time service event caterer

Jun 15 2020

I am a big fan of house parties but often the catering side of things stresses me out because, as an Italian, I want my guests to enjoy food and drinks as much as the entertainment. Regardless of the size of my event, I believe in outsourcing. Hiring a catering service can make a big difference in the party experience. Parties are supposed to be fun, but when you are the host and are responsible for everything, you may not get to enjoy yourself as you should. Fortunately, there are various companies to choose from regarding food service. Below are six reasons why I will hire a caterer for my next event.

10 minutes with actress Lara McDonnell on Disney’s Artemis Fowl out now

Jun 12 2020

Artemis Fowl is Disney’s first movie released during the pandemic. It’s a science fantasy adventure family film based on the beloved 2001 teen novel by Eoin Colfer. The story follows the journey of 12-year-old genius Artemis Fowl as he finds himself in a battle of strength and cunning against a powerful, hidden race of fairies who may be behind his father’s disappearance. Artemis Fowl is directed by Kenneth Branagh from a screenplay co-written by Conor McPherson and Hamish McColl and is released on Disney+ today. I have caught up with Lara McDonnell to get some behind-the-scenes insights into this exciting action movie.

Win 1 of 2 copies of Emma. DVD

Jun 10 2020

Jane Austen’s nineteenth-century comedy on misguided matchmaking and romantic mishaps gets a refreshing update in the heartwarming and witty Emma., available on Digital 8^th June 2020 and on Blu-ray^™ & DVD 22^ndJune 2020 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. To celebrate this release, we have two copies of the DVD to give away. Check out below how to enter this competition.

My rock star adventure – How music therapy gets me through middle-life crisis

Jun 08 2020

During the pandemic lockdown this year, the ONE thing I have missed the most was rehearsing with the band and performing at live gigs. Over the past three months, I have written a few songs (a first for me!), I have created the London Mums choir thanks to the advice of the wonderful vocal coach to the stars Cece Sammy and I have performed my own song with musicians at the park. I even sung my own song Love is easy for BBC London.

My rock star adventure started with ‘dream maker’ Richard Coulson from The Rock & Roll Recruits who put together the band Devil Soul so I could tick ’singing in a rock band’ off my bucket list of things to do before I die. Making music gives me great energy and bond time with friends, fans and fellow rockers. I am living the dream! Judging from the fun I have singing and playing with talented musicians, I should have been a rock star instead of a writer. (wink!)

Behind the scenes of Sonic The Movie with film director Jeff Fowler

Jun 08 2020

Lovely behind-the-scenes chat with Jeff Fowler, the Oscar-nominated director on unleashing Jim Carrey, the “swagger” of his blue hero, and the “instant gratification” of watching the final Sonic the Hedgehog movie with audiences. “Every teenager can see a bit of themselves in Sonic,” says Jeff Fowler. “So, this was about taking someone people have loved for 30 years and telling a film story with him.”