September 08 Newsletter

Dear London Mums

The summer hasn't really taken off so let's focus on what we could do in the following months indoor rather than outdoor. The London Mums events' team is organising a wonderful Xmas party as well as Mumpreneurs' fair on Sunday 16th November 2008 to be held at Eddie Catz Wimbledon. To attend you will need to register by replying by email and pay just the Eddie Catz Wimbledon entry fees of a regular day. Check on www.eddiecatz.com for details on entry charges. London Mums won't charge you a penny for this amazing Xmas party so make sure you register in time. If you are a mumpreneur and you want to attend, please get in touch as soon as possible. If you fancy going to the cinema with babies/toddlers take advantage of the Mum+One Film Club offer (see details below). Otherwise for this month we have a great 'Barbie' competition and another Special pampering offer from Cupcake. Also check out our expert's advice on how to cope with twins and various interesting product reviews. If you have a special advice request for our experts, please let us know and we will make sure you get the advice for free. And more exciting things for you to do: check out the programmes the BBC is currently making. They are looking for you so reply quickly if you want to become a mini celebrity. So do you still think our autumn will be gloomy?!! I hope to see you all at our next party!!!

LONDON MUMS BOOK CLUB! CHECK OUT OUR BOOK REVIEWS

Books, CDs and DVDs for the whole family reviewed and recommended by London Mums www.londonmums.org.uk/mumtips

Our book of the month is "TODDLER SENSE" by Ann Richardson: Imagine that your child is faced with a huge, empty canvas. As he grows and develops from a one year old tottering around on chubby legs, to a round toddler with a big head, to the more athletic build of the pre-schooler, he will 'paint' his way through these exciting and wondrous years, taking you with him on this precious journey... These toddler years are the transition between the baby he has outgrown and the child he is becoming. Ann Richardson, best selling South African author and parenting expert, has written an easy to read book Toddler Sense, to help you monitor all aspects of your child's development. Ann has a "no mess, no fuss" approach to solving some of the common problems in this age group, such as poor eating habits and sleep disorders. This knowledge will help you to understand your child better so that he can benefit best from his world.

www.babysense.com

THE BBC WANTS YOU! Primary school teachers - please get in touch!

BBC Television is making a major three-part series called WOMEN about contemporary women's lives. The series will look at the impact of feminism on contemporary women's lives. The first episode will provide the background and will map the ideology of women's liberation in the 1960s and 1970s, while the second and third episodes will document the professional and domestic lives of women in Britain today, and assess how the reality of their lives compares with the hopes and predictions of forty years ago. We would like to hear from mothers working full-time as primary school teachers. Are you a mother who works full-time? How do you balance the competing demands on your time? How big a burden of responsibility do you shoulder at work and at home? Who does the childcare in your house? How involved is your husband or partner with the children? Are there conflicts or frustrations in your household around who takes domestic responsibility? If you would like to get in touch, or to find out more information, please contact Becky Lomax by email at becky.lomax@bbc.co.uk

THE BBC WANTS YOU AGAIN!!

Do you suffer repeatedly from everyday ailments such as insomnia, high cholesterol, athlete's foot, or dandruff? Do you have a constant cough or the symptoms of a common cold that won't go away? Have you tried everything for your complaint and now feel like you're running out of options? If so, BBC TWO needs you to take part in a new series about natural remedies. If you would you like to try a plant based alternative to help soothe any common ailments you might have please get in contact now. Email: caroline.walsh@silverriver.tv (providing as much information as possible about your ailment) Or call: 020 7307 2746

THE BBC WANTS YOU AGAIN AND AGAIN!!

Are you a mum to be who is suffering from morning sickness? Or perhaps you now have varicose veins as a result of having a child. If so, BBC TWO needs you to take part in a new series about natural remedies. If you would you like to try a plant based alternative to help soothe these ailments please get in contact now. Email: caroline.walsh@silverriver.tv (providing as much information as possible about your ailment) Or call: 020 7307 2746

PETITION TO ALLOW BREASTFEEDING IN PUBLIC

You've probably already seen this, but there's a petition about breastfeeding in public which your members may wish to sign-up to (it takes only seconds to complete): http://petitions.pm.gov.uk/breastfedright

COSE BELLE: WONDERFUL EVENT AT THE ITALIAN INSTITUTE OF CULTURE

When: Wednesday 24th September 2008, 6.30pm

Where: at the Italian Cultural Institute, 39 Belgrave Square SW1X 8NX - RSVP cosebelle@ymail.com

Did you know that 70% of the jewels that Jackie Kennedy wore were costume jewellery?

Were you aware that in 1952 the then First Lady Mamie Eisenhower commissioned Trifari, a high end costume jewels Company, to craft the full parure she wore at her husband’s inauguration? Would you like to see the Coro-signed brooch that in 1943 was priced at $38.00?

One of Italy's major collector of high-end period costume jewellery wants to share her collection with you, gathered during the last 15 years, spans the years between 1900 and 1970ca.

Join this sparkling evening during which there will be a talk by the collector on the history of 20th century American fashion jewellery, its time and star designers, with the aid of multimedia presentations and choice examples from my personal collection.

COMPETITION: WIN NEW DVD BARBIE AND THE DIAMOND CASTLE - 'Join Best Friends in a Musical Fairytale'

Londonmums has 3 copies of the DVD to give away to the first three mums registering for our Mumpreneurs' fair and Xmas party but if you miss this great competition, buy your Barbie and the Diamond Castle from play.com

Click on play.com and get a 'Sing like a star' bonus DVD. Now Barbie and her singing teacher Zoe Tyler let you in on top tips for singing success with this easy to follow, fun DVD. The DVD is split into six simple steps so it's easy to pick which section you want to practice each day. Plus, you can show off all you've learnt with the cool karaoke section featuring some of the best loved songs from the popular Barbie movies. So get your best friends round, learn some great singing tips, improve your voices and have fun!

The wait is over for Barbie's 12th movie, 'Barbie and the Diamond Castle', an all-new full-length CGI animated musical movie available exclusively on DVD, 8th September 2008. With its high quality CGI animation and captivating songs, 'Barbie and the Diamond Castle' is a must have for every girls Barbie DVD collection.

The brand new DVD features life-long Barbie fan and Dancing On Ice winner, Suzanne Shaw, who was dubbed as the 'Barbie' of the hit ITV show. In an exciting first for the UK, Suzanne has recorded the credit song 'Connected' for the animated movie, which features a contemporary pop-style sound track.

A NEW GREAT INITIATIVE FOR LONDON MUMS: The MUM+ONE Film Club (CHELSEA) VIRTUALLY FOR FREE!!!

Chelsea theatre is offering new mothers or people caring for very small infants and nursing babies a film club on Wednesday mornings at 10.30 showing classic movies from the 30s, 40s and 50s called MUM+ONE. They charge a mere 1 pound admin per person, per film and this includes refreshments. There is no charge for babies. What a bargain! The service is designed to be accessible to any mothers who may be interested in doing something grown up during the morning (perhaps while their older children are in school). There will be some screenings over the summer for children. Watch this space for more details or check the website www.chelseatheatre.org.uk

WHAT THE EXPERTS SAY: TOP TIPS TO SURVIVE THE FIRST 12 MONTHS WITH TWINS by Jo Tantum, Sleep Specialist and Twin Expert

To read this article click here www.londonmums.org.uk/mumtips/mumtips.html

NEW PRODUCTS TESTED AND RECOMMENDED BY LONDON MUMS

Please check the page www.londonmums.org.uk/mumtips. For this month London Mums have tested a new yogurth called Munch Bunch which is incredibly delicious and healthy!! Strongly recommended and for this reason voted product of the month for September 2008.

SPECIAL LONDON MUMS' SPA OFFER BY CUPCAKE MUM AND EVENTS

Get pampered and treat yourself to get a relief from this tedious weather. Have a bikini wax, mini-facial and shape 'n' paint for fingers or toes. Regular price: 58 pounds - London Mums price: 45 pounds. This offer is valid until 30th September 2008. Here is the detail on the website: Spa Menu www.cupcakemum.com.

Check out events taking place at Cupcake in September www.cupcakemum.com

Dads Rule! Andrew Clover Book Launch (17th Sept 19.00-21.00): We bring you the renowned Sunday Times Columnist for a taste of his acclaimed Edinburg Fringe show and signing of his brilliant new book Dad Rules. Please bring your partner! Please invite your friends & book your 5 pounds ticket (proceeds to CLIC Sargent) in advance to secure your spot - this will be a popular choice.

Cupcake Market Day (23rd Sept, 10am-1pm): Grab yourself a bargain at our shopping morning extravaganza. We've a whole array of lovely goodies for you and your little one - little one-to-be. A great place to stock up on presents.

FARM VISIT

Due to the poor weather conditions throughout the summer, we will now postone our farm visit in Surrey probably to the Spring. Please let us know if you are interested. Watch this space for details.

REMINDER: MUMPRENEURS' MEETING on 9th SEPTEMBER

Details of the next Businessmums' Networking Lunch are now available and Laura Tenison of JoJo Maman Bebe Services will be speaking at this event. It looks to be a great lunch, as in addition to relating her story, she'll be passing on hints and tips about online business, opening stores and scaling a business.

Date: Tuesday, September 9 with mingling from 11.30am and lunch served at 12.30pm

Cost: 20 pounds includes a two-course meal and tea/coffee

Venue: The Firestables, 27 Church Rd, Wimbledon Village SW19 5DQ

Further information can be found at: www.motivatingmum.co.uk and click on the Businessmums' Networking Lunch September 9 lunch option.

Book of the Month Event (at Roehampton Library) - 26 September 2008

Boogie Mites (Fun and Music for under fives) - Friday 26th Sept - 10.30 at Roehampton Library. It's free! Just come along.

For more information please contact Rachael Miles (Children's Librarian) at Roehampton Library - Tel 020 8871 7091.

LONDON MUMS IN THE NEWS!

'Portrait: Monica Costa, fondatrice de London Mum' (in French) - July 2008 www.londonomadame.com, www.londonomadame.com, www.londonomadame.com