Useful Links
Childcare
FINDING AND CHOOSING CHILDCARE IN LONDON - The first thing you will need to do when arranging childcare is find out exactly what is available in your area. Once you have found local providers, you will need to do a bit of research to see which will suit your child best. Get free advice on the government website Direct GOV on the easiest way to find and choose a provider. www.direct.gov.uk
GWENDOLEN HOUSE CHILDCARE - We understand how daunting childcare selection can be and the time constraints experienced when combining a family life with other daily commitments. Affiliated to the successful Gwendolen House Nursery, we are friendly, professional recruitment consultants specialising in finding you the perfect nanny or maternity nurse. We believe that the success of the childcare relationship depends on ensuring that the expectations on each side are communicated effectively and are understood. We are here to support and guide you to help you achieve this. Tel: 020 8785 2147 - 39 Gwendolen Avenue, Putney SW15 6EP - Email: enquiries@ghchildcare.com - Website: www.ghchildcare.com
Pregnancy
Antenatal care: Routine care for the healthy pregnant woman, published by the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence www.nice.org.uk.
Everything you always wanted to know...
In the NHS Direct new pregnancy and childbirth zone, there is a comprehensive guide to having a baby. It covers everything, from planning and trying for a baby, to the birth and beyond. www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk.
Baby
BELLISSIMA Italian Get Away for Mums and babies in stunning Tuscan Countryside: Mums and their babies can now head to Italy for a relaxing break, staying in a fabulous, private 5-bedroom villa in the heart of the Tuscan countryside. The Mum and Baby Experience, set up by villa owner, Rita Kobrak, gives mums the chance to relax in a beautiful setting, and enjoy delicious cooking and Tuscan wine. Absolutely no cooking or cleaning involved!
www.notjustpink.com is the brand new online business of Mumpreneur Karina Grassy.
If you are looking for baby clothing and accessories that are different from anything you can get on the high street this is the web store to visit including summer hats and baby sandals from the top German brand Sterntaler and sleeping bags from Slumbersac. SPECIAL OFFER: London Mums will receive a FREE pair of the top selling Sterntaler Non-slip Socks with every order of £25 or more on http://www.notjustpink.com. Enter the voucher code LONDONMUMS during check out. Email Karina at hello@notjustpink.com www.tipslimited.com Specialising in breastfeeding, baby skincare and related issues, Mother & Baby Consultant Sharon Trotter, provides an online resource for parents and professionals using evidence-based advice and independent product testing. SCHOOL OF FROCK: runs a range of educational and creative sewing, dressmaking and fashion design classes for children and adults. www.schooloffrock.com Amandas Action Club (former Amandas Action Kids), interactive physical development classes that kids just love - they're fun, fitness and music. Babies can join Amanda from the age of 4 months and some sessions run up to the age of 5. Amanda is a top entertainer and entertained London Mums' at lots and lots of parties since we started in 2006. www.amandasactionkids.co.uk Eddie Catz, Children's Edutainment Centre based in South West London. www.eddiecatz.com UrbanMums, your guide to living (and loving) life in the city. Check for posts about activities, food, and London-ish things we like! www.urbanmums.net Luxurious lady's accessories (baby bags) by MAMAMI www.mamami.co.uk
Toddler
RICE is a Danish home wares and accessories company, known for its colourful melamine, handmade baskets and storage and our hand glazed Italian tableware. Rice designs are inspired by the "good old days" and are very down to earth with lots of detail. From their own words: "We hope to colour you happy when you are washing, cleaning, baking and relaxing in your home. We have a big heart and a strong social ethic. As a result we are the first company in Denmark to have obtained the SA8000 accreditation for our special projects around the world. Our wish is to surround you with homely objects - down to earth but still funky, fun and functional."www.rice.dk.
Family Entertainment
Children's party entertainment: Charlie the Clown entertains children of all ages. He offers a choice of characters, including a clown, pirate, explorer and story-teller. Charlie entertains for 75 minutes or two hours with clown and magic shows, singing and dancing, games and competitions, balloon modelling, plus story-telling, music-making, and puppets. Visit www.charlietheclown.co.uk
Mummy's treats...
TenPilates, home of the latest development in Pilates - Dynamic Pilates. Like traditional Pilates, it's designed to strengthen and engage your core waist and lower back muscles, helping improve posture and prevent injury. Unlike traditional Pilates, it also delivers an innovative, intense and highly effective full-body workout designed to give you a slimmer figure and lean, toned muscles. Fast. Whether you're a seasoned Pilates practitioner or a complete beginner, we promise you a warm welcome, a highly enjoyable experience and one of the most effective body-sculpting workouts available anywhere. There are three studios in London: Notting Hill, Chiswick and Mayfair.
www.tenpilates.com
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