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Five Friends you will definitely make on Maternity Leave

The nine-12 months to be occupied during maternity leave are often met with a sense of excitement. No schlepping through traffic to get to work, no office politics, no pressure, no emails – just months upon months of spending time with your little baby.

For parents lucky enough to be able to enjoy this time off, there’s a lot of walks, local high street shopping and public transport to be…

Chocolate-free gift ideas for little ones this Easter....

  Easter is a great time of year for many reasons. The change in the season means brighter longer days and the warmth in the air brings a certain exotic smile to Londoners.

Then there’s the chocolate.

If your child is anything like mine, this is their favourite time of year for gorging. Grandparents, relatives, work colleagues – no-one can seem to resist sending us wayyyy too much chocolate. And…

More family time and less commuting. But is going freelance for you? #pbloggers

Girl lands job of her dreams, marries the man of her dreams… and together they create a beautiful child. But there’s no fairytale ending to this story. Instead, the stark reality of being a working Mum in the media means that you have to make a choice.

Unless you work for the world’s most compassionate boss (hey, let me know if you do!), you may too be faced with returning full time, or take the…

The surprising benefits of art for children...

Kids love a bit of art, which is just as well in this cold cold country, that brings out the best in our creative talents for the many indoor days we have in. Hmmm, perhaps that’s why the Brits excel in the arts.

Either way, there’s many benefits associated with getting arty, here’s just a few:

Art promotes confidence – it shows your child that they are capable of creating and communicating and…

Our pick of the best Kids Birthday Cakes from the high street!

Hmm, who doesn’t love kids Birthday cake! I guess it’s one of the perks of being a parent, since you’re going to be hosting many a birthday party in the years to come!

Remember when parties used to be about prosecco and party tunes? These days however, on the world of being a parent, it’s all about jelly, juice and a statement birthday cake!

If, like me, you weren’t blessed with the skills of…

LATEST BLOG: Best alternatives to @ebay_uk for flogging your kids stuff!

Ebay used to be the go-to destination for flogging unwanted goods. And anyone with a child knows that there’s only so much Peppa Pig toys a house can hold! However, this once reliable website has received much criticism of late – nod along if this sounds familiar…

If like me, you’ve grown frustrated with ebay recently, you’re not alone. The Guardian recently wrote about how ebay return rates have…

ARE YOU READY? HERE'S THE HOTTEST FAMILY TRAVEL DESTINATIONS FOR 2019 #familytravel

Welcome to a New Year!

If 2018 taught us anything, it’s that far-flung destinations and staycations are equally as enjoyed by parents, and that eco-tourism is on the rise. With countries such as Costa Rica really investing in some of the best eco-resorts now, and with a more ethically minded consumer, wellbeing tourism is on the rise.

But for 2019, it’s a revival of sleepier destinations,…

How to Ace Being a #MumBoss!

It’s not easy being a working mum. The guilt, the tiredness, the multi-tasking, makes it one of the most stressful times

With so much energy invested in the birth, NCT groups, tummy time and no end of maternal madness, I had neglected to think about myself.

Fast-forward two years and things have changed dramatically. I left my job of eight years, after being overlooked for a promotion (again) and…

A friend recently mentioned that she’s petitioning for slippers to be worn at her child’s school! Like you, I thought this was quite odd until she pointed out a recent study. And you know what,  there is some method to the madness.

Research has shown that wearing comfier footwear helps children feel more relaxed and comfortable. Sure, go ahead and scoff, but I think there’s something in this!

Wor…

It's the most magical time of the year - @winterwonderLDN returns!

I know what you’re thinking, it’s far too early to be getting festive kung-ho. But let me tell you, it’s time to get the stockings ready, because Christmas is a-coming!

More to the point, I’ve been bribing my son to behave and eat his dinner with the promise that Santa’s on his way (with a Sea Patrol boat)!

Just as well then, that Winter Wonderland is on the horizon.

(C) Winter Wonderland HOB…

In the past year I’ve learnt a lot about schools. This is in no small part to my son enrolling in the forthcoming year.

A scary prospect at the best of times, it can be a daunting process for parents, especially if you’re anything like me with limited knowledge of ‘what happens next’ in your child’s life.

Top Tips

So, here’s my top tips for parent: Go to see the schools, all of the schools. The…

The @teleskisnow is BACK! Are you 'Mount Battersea' ready? If not, it's time to get your early bird tickets...

There’s three things I love most about London in winter; the first is that everyone buggers off at Christmas, paving the way for empty streets and plenty of parking. The second is the Winter Wonderland event, and the final is the annual Telegraph Ski & Snowboard Festival in Battersea!

Despite being an ‘all the gear and on idea’ kind of gal, I’m rather fond of this alpine event. It’s more of a…

Here it is - the essential shopping list for your newborn! #whattoexpectwhenyoureexpecting

The other day out of the blue a pregnant friend asked me what essential items she needed to buy for her baby. After a few minutes, I remembered that I had compiled a list of everything I bought for moments just like this! With so much love put in to updating it, I thought you too might find it useful. Please note, this is by no means an extensive list and does not include a baby stroller, but it…

It's time to grow up with @ellaskitchenuk new frozen range #notletitgo!

A while back I interviewed ‘Dadpreneur’ Paul Lindley, founder of Ella’s Kitchen. He struck me as someone who believes in innovation and challenging the market.  So, I read with interest that the brand has just launched a new ‘BIG KIDS’ frozen range, to accommodate its growing consumer base.

  This is a smart move, as many parents like myself came to love and trust Ella’s Kitchen during the…

HOW TO PREPARE YOUR CHILD FOR SCHOOL IN FIVE STEPS #termtime #backtoschool #schoolready

Any day now parents around the country will be sniffling at the school gates, as they wave off their babies starting their first day at school.

While some worry about separation anxiety and others how they will juggle the new work-life balance and early pick-up’s, a far more worrying prospect is at hand….

The latest findings from Ofsted’s chief inspector Amanda Spielman has highlighted the…

The timeless and universal toy... @hasbro

Ever since meeting Jack the pony at a local community event, my son has been enthralled by our four-legged friends. I looked in to horse riding classes, but the weather was too hot, plus he’s only three!

So, I did what any self-respecting Mother would do… I got him a My Little Pony Twilight Sparkle Magic School of Friendship playset.

And I’m in no way reliving my youth, nope, no way 🙂

Gender…

On this journey called parenting, we experience so many new exciting feats. Baby’s first steps, baby’s first word and so forth.

    But, not many people will admit that as you get further down the journey, there’s just as much pleasure in dropping some of the chores that come with it!

So, I’m putting it out there and #JustSayin’ that while I’ve loved every-ish minute of being a Mum, there’s a…