London Mums Magazine

Picture book of the week: My Daddies! by Gareth Peter and Garry Parsons

Mar 19 2021

We have recently celebrated mother’s day but I was puzzled when my son asked me, what would kids celebrate on this occasion if they have two daddies instead. A new picture book is available from 1st April 2021 to support this conversation: My Daddies! written by Gareth Peter and illustrated by bestselling, award-winning Garry Parsons.

Back to school: New comfy face masks for school children

Mar 18 2021

35As thousands of children across the UK have just returned to school, and with mask wearing recommended in secondary schools and higher education, how to keep youngsters safe from the risks of COVID-19 is at the forefront of parent’s minds. London Mums have tested new face masks and shared their feedback on the various masks in this blog.

Trendy toys: Eye-popping pocket money Pushpoppers are the latest craze

Mar 18 2021

Half a million eye popping pocket money toys are landing in the UK today: Pushpoppers are the latest craze from the company that brought us fidget spinners, unicorn poo and loom bands. H. Grossman Ltd have made a name from second guessing what our kids will latch onto as THE playground craze year after year.

MOT: What to really expect?

Mar 18 2021

A modern mum has to face multitude of challenges on a daily basis. The current lockdown situation has made it even more difficult because things have changed their normal course. In the midst of it all, we adopt a lethal habit of almost taking our car for granted. Maintenance requires time and that is always a task of its own. Then, there are terms like ‘MOT testing’ that exist just to haunt us – or at least it haunts me. In this article, the real picture of MOT certification will be drawn so you are clear on what to expect. Is it really something crucial to put our time, energy and money on?

Win a 5-star fine dining experience at home courtesy of Polo & Tweed

Mar 17 2021

There are still some weeks to go before restaurants and hotels are fully open but Polo & Tweed, who recruit luxury domestic staff for discerning clients in the UK and globally, can bring a five-star hotel or fine dining experience to you at home.

How do you fancy employing the services of a butler to serve you a champagne tea? The ultimate treat, they will lay the table, set up the tea and then serve it. They will also host a fun masterclass on formal etiquette and dining at royal banquets.

Advice for when travelling abroad for work

Mar 17 2021

Travelling abroad for work is an exciting time in anyone’s life but it’s also something that can be daunting. It might be a short trip or a longer one, or maybe you’re moving permanently overseas for a job? Whatever it may be, here is some helpful advice for when travelling abroad for work.