The Best Christmas TVRead More Post author By The Mum Club Post date 19 December 2024 The Best Christmas TV Your easy to access live schedule + all the things to stream this festive season… BBC One Christmas Day 3pm – The King’s Speech 3.10pm – The Weakest Link Christmas Special 3.55pm – Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special 5.10pm – Doctor Who: Joy to the World 6.10pm – Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl 7.30pm – EastEnders 8.00pm – Call The Midwife Christmas Special (Part One) 9.00pm – Gavin & Stacey: The Finale 10.35pm – EastEnders ITV 1 Christmas Day 3.00pm – The King’s Speech 3.10pm – Home Alone 2: Lost in New York 5.25pm – Bullseye Christmas Special 6.20pm – ITV News, Weather 6.30pm – Emmerdale 7.00pm – Coronation Street 8.00pm – The Chase: Christmas Special 9pm – Downton Abbey: A New Era Channel 4 Christmas Day 2.45pm – The Italian Job 4.50pm – Alternative Christmas Message 4.55pm – Channel 4 News 5.00pm – Miracle on 34th Street 7.05pm – The Piano at Christmas 8.20pm – Raiders of the Lost Ark 10.35pm – Notting Hill Our Favourite Picks… Black Doves, Netflix Who knew we’d be so in to hitman related dramas?! We blitzed this straight after the Jackal and it didn’t disappoint. It’s set at Christmas time and has a captivating plot line, brilliant acting and in some parts it’s really funny. Roll on Season 2… Watch it now Bad Sisters Season 2, Apple TV This is the one we’ll be streaming while our parents look after our kids. Glass of fizz in one hand, cheese straw in the other. Isn’t Christmas great?! Watch it now Rylan Meets Mariah, BBC iPlayer Rylan is in Los Angeles for an intimate and exclusive sit-down with Mariah Carey to mark 30 years since the release of All I Want for Christmas. Watch it now Paris and Nicole Encore, Hayu They’re back and the show is available to watch on Hayu. *We’ve signed up to a free trial just to watch it. Watch it now Carry On, Netflix Finally a new Christmas film that actually looks good. This holiday action thriller stars young TSA officer Ethan (Taron Egerton, Rocketman) who is blackmailed into letting a dangerous package slip onboard a Christmas Day flight and tries to save the lives of everyone in the airport. Expect plenty of tense stand-offs, high-octane action sequences and a punch up or two. Watch it now A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter, Netflix This fun-filled show sees Sabrina joined by other singers and celebrities and will showcase her own songs as well as Christmas classics. Watch it now Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl, Christmas Day, BBC One The BBC really are the kings of Christmas 2024. And alongside Outnumbered, Gavin and Stacey, and the Doctor Who Christmas Special. They are very excitingly releasing a new Wallace and Grommit film on Christmas Day. Watch the trailer Tidller, Christmas Day, BBC One Animated special feature adapted from the picture book story by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler that follows a little fish with a big imagination who entertains friends with tall tales. One day, Tiddler gets lost but is saved by his own storytelling. Watch it here Gavin & Stacey Christmas Special, Christmas Day, BBC Three After a five-year break the BBC are bringing the G&S gang back. Finally the show’s huge cliffhanger will be answered: did Smithy say ‘yes’ to Nessy after her shock proposal? Watch it now
How To Handle Sleep Deprivation Like A ProRead More Post author By The Mum Club Post date 17 December 2024 How To Handle Sleep Deprivation Like A Pro Having children = being tired. Here’s how to make it a little better… Tip 1 Nap Time We’ve all heard the saying ‘Sleep when the baby sleeps’ and while it’s annoying as f*ck as often it happens on a walk or when you’re driving. Sometimes you do get lucky and it happens at home. If it does, then forget the housework and the chores. No one cares if your living room is untidy and you haven’t made the bed. Visitors gonna visit, but they can jolly well crack on with a bit of washing up while they do. Tip 2 Stop Focussing on 8 Hours Instead of thinking ‘I need to get eight hours a night to function’, start thinking in blocks of 4. Research supports that 4/5 hours of uninterrupted sleep can significantly improve a mum’s mental state. It can be the key to starting to feel more like yourself again. One of the best ways to do this is to share feeds by letting your partner do one with a bottle. Do your last feed of the day, then head to bed and let them do the first night one and if they’re really kind, they can keep the baby until it wakes up for the next one. Which should give you a much longer sleep. Just do what it takes to get throught it, sleep in seperate rooms, go to bed earlier, nap in the day. Just get those z’s in when you can. Tip 3 Get as Much Help as You Can Rope in some outside help. Whether it’s a child-free friend, Grandma, the old lady across the street (she looks trustworthy enough) or book a sitter to come over in the day while you rest. Let others help you, it might feel awkward to ask but just swallow that feeling and protect yourself. Tip 4 Get a Routine We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again; the routine will piss you off and then it will set you free. Bath, bottle and bed won’t rock anyone’s world but you’ll thank yourself three years later when your kid goes down at 6.30pm every night like solid gold clockwork and you can crack open the Pinot Grigio and have dinner in peace. Tip 5 Go Out We guarantee that however bad you feel now, you’ll feel a million times better after a shower and a walk around the park. It will also help your baby sleep better as research shows that outdoor naps can have a positive impact on children’s sleep quality, immune system, mood, and behaviour. When humans recieve exposure to natural light and fresh air can it helps regulate our body clocks and leads to better sleep patterns. Tip 6 Lower Your Standards You know what you need when you’ve had less than three hours sleep and you’re breastfeeding a ravenous baby? Whatever it takes to take the pressure off. If you don’t get dressed today and all you eat is a family-sized bar of Dairy Milk and a Dominos? Be kind to yourself; that’s okay. If your toddler has developed a chronic case of insomnia and you’re so tired you’ve started to put your phone in the fridge. Whack on four hours of Peppa Pig and feel no shame. Tip 7 Nap at the beginning of your baby’s sleep. A) You’re less likely to be woken up, but b) you’ll also find it easier to drift off. Ever run around the house cleaning and then tried to sleep? It’s almost impossible, as, by the time you’ve calmed down your system, your baby is awake. Sleep breeds sleep. Do it at the start, and then you’re in a better place to take things on.
The Best Christmas Food (That Makes Life Easier)Read More Post author By The Mum Club Post date 16 December 2024 The Best Christmas Food (That Makes Life Easier) If Grandparents are an option, we’re going. If not, then we’re putting in the least amount of effort possible. 1. The Best Canapes We’ve tried a few already (too many) and these are our favourites so far. They taste like posh mac n cheese encased in delicious bacon. Shop Now 2. Your Easy Peasy Luxury Cheese Board Been tasked with bringing cheese to the in-laws, but not that hot on which Camembert or Cheddar is the best? Head to The Fine Cheese Company for the best selection. And snap up their delicious Toast for Cheese biscuits while you’re there. Shop Now 3. The Best Mince Pies You really can trust Good Housekeeping for their reviews as they have a dedicated floor in their publishing house, where testers try out all kinds of products. And after hours of scoffing pastry, these Aldi mince pies came out on top. Get some now before they sell out. Shop Now 4. The Pudding Everyone Will Make Room For Save yourself the hassle of making a pudding or cake and head to Pop Bakery for these delicious cake pops. A winner every time and a cute addition to your Christmas table. Shop Now 5. The Best Pre-Made Christmas Dinner Take out the stress of worrying about what you need, and let COOK do it for you with this incredibly tasty Christmas Dinner for eight kit. Shop Now
What to Wear This WeekRead More Post author By The Mum Club Post date 16 December 2024 What to Wear This Week It’s pj’s but could be worn out. Stay comfy and add a pair of big sparkly earrings and a red lip if you want to feel fancy. Velvet Pyjama Shirt Arket £119 Mini Santina Earrings Soru Jewellery £245 Matte Lipstick Byredo £50 Velvet Pyjama Trousers Arket £119 Pure Cashmere Socks Marks & Spencer £30 Velvet Bow Slippers The White Company £39
The Best Stocking Fillers For the FamilyRead More Offsetting the last minute crap we buy in our local supermarket with quality items they (and we’ll) really love. Post author By The Mum Club Post date 13 December 2024 The Best Stocking Fillers For the Family Offsetting the last minute crap we buy in our local supermarket with quality items they (and we’ll) really love. For You Jewellery Box Estella Bartlett £25.00 AirPods Case Burga £21.95 Under-Eye Gel Pads Beauty Pie From £32.00 Lipstick and Cap Carolina Herrera £47.00 The Daily Planner The Productivity Method £26.00 Bow Power Bank Burga £79.95 Cap Isabel Marant £140.00 Cosy Bed Socks Love Yawn £20.00 For Him Air Freshener Earl of East £12.00 AirTag Apple From £35.00 Body Cleanser Wildsmith Skin £38.00 Toolkit Not Another Bill £29.00 Cap Alex Eagle £40.00 Myrrh & Tonka 9ml Cologne Jo Malone £24.00 Washbag RM Williams £75.00 Post-Poo Drops Aesop £27.00 For Kids Star Clips JoJo Maman Bébé £6.00 Crown Meri Meri £25.00 Holdie Dog-Go Olli Ella £42.41 Amuseables Heart Bag Charm Jellycat £23.00 Linen Nutcracker Royal Ballet & Opera £30.00 Star Bath Bomb LUSH £6.50 Wallace Bear Pencil Liewood £17.00 Wish Upon A Star Headband Rockahula £8.00 For Babies Robin & Holly Scallop Bibs The White Company £16.00 Christmas Music Box My 1st Years £11.50 Christmas Baby Boots Lula Little Ones £14.50 Brave Bear Rattle Avery Row £19.00 Christmas Blanket Bear ZARA £19.99 Christmas Buggy Book Ingela P Arrhenius £5.99 2 Pack Pacifier BIBS £10.95 Crinkly Christmas Book Crinkly Cloth £17.50
The Best Places to Book for 2025Read More Post author By The Mum Club Post date 9 December 2024 The Best Places to Book for 2025 Once the Christmas madness has subsided and we’re left with a ‘little’ less to do. We can get back to our favourite hobby of looking at holidays. And to help us in the search, we’ve enlisted family travel experts Tiny Travelship who are sharing their best places to book for 2025. For Those Who Want Culture & Convenience Ikos Porto Petro, Mallorca If you like a side of cultural exploration with your horizontal holidaying, Porto Petro is the base to book. Nestled between two idyllic sandy coves, there’s a quaint fishing village (lined with restaurants) a short stroll away. Not only that, the lesser lauded Local Discovery Programme actively encourages guests to get up from their loungers and immerse themselves in the country, not just the hotel. The best of this Balearic island’s beaches and towns are also all within easy reach, so make use of the complimentary Tesla hire to really feel like you’ve ‘travelled’ to Mallorca – and promise us you won’t miss Cala Llombards or Mondrago National Park for powder-white sands and evian-clear water. Back at the hotel, as standard, the creche welcomes tots from 4 months & there’s a free Kids Club from 4 years. Parents can pat themselves on the back for a choice well made, whilst sipping cold Chablis by the pool or dining on Michelin designed menus. FIND OUT MORE A Boutique Style Resort With Luxury Add Ons Domes of Elounda, Crete Name us something worse than booking a hotel specifically for its stellar Kids Club, only to show up and find out all the slots have already been taken. Tiny Travel Agency will ensure not only a guaranteed space for smalls in supervised sessions, but also a complimentary spa treatment for you while they’re enthralled with the first-class entertainment. It’s hard to go wrong with Domes – the byword for family friendly luxury that doesn’t require a bank loan. Boasting an unrivalled location – just a 20 minute stroll from the picturesque small town of Plaka – walkability to meals & nap time mooches is just the first of many, many boxes this glorious getaway will tick. We recommend families plump for a 2 or 3 bed villa for separate sleep spaces, eco-heated private pools, fully equipped kitchens and assigned sun beds at the main pool & beach. And speaking of, the hotel’s private, sandy stretch is nothing short of sublime. FIND OUT MORE A Self Catering Space With Hotel Services Eagles Palace Villas, Greece Looking for the space and serenity of a villa, without compromising on the ease of resort living? Balancing peace & privacy with fully fledged facilities, Eagles Palace knows how to orchestrate a faultless family holiday. With shimmering sands fronting an azure Aegean, there’s no need to board a boat for the taste of island life here. We hail Halkidiki as the goddess of easy to reach Grecian getaways. Guests can choose from beachy bedrooms or elegant villas. We recommend plumping for a personal palatial pad (sleeping 2-6) for heated plunge pools and oasis-esque gardens. A real rarity of the resort scene, Eagles Place is family-run, and you can tell. A heavy hitting dose of culture is matched with convenience here; parents can offload offspring to the Kids Club (4+) before slipping off to the spa; summer movie nights for tots allow for rare adults only dinners; and teens are kept smiling by the abundance of aquatic activities. FIND OUT MORE A Dreamy Location With Next-level Children’s Entertainment Ritz Carlton Abama, Tenerife It’s rare to find a hotel as universally loved as the Ritz Carlton Abama. Guests who grace the walls of this pink palace have nothing but glowing reviews to share. And while Tenerife’s family friendly resorts have a reputation for being a little tacky, the Ritz Carlton Abama proves there is a chic side to the Canaries, and one where facilities need not be sacrificed for easy on the eye aesthetics. A dreamland for holiday hangers-on, the Kids Club (4+) here is a real standout, exceeding even our expectations. The encyclopaedic array of activities on offer is almost limitless; we’re talking everything from boxing & DJing to car racing and stargazing. Stimulation for smalls aside, this thoughtfully designed resort is moorish in all senses of the word – from design to decadent touches. Freed from overseeing offspring, frazzled parents can rest & recuperate courtesy of the superior spa, world-renowned golf course, or Michelin star menus. FIND OUT MORE The Place to Book If You’re Nervous About Kids Clubs GRECOTEL LUXME WHITE, Greece We’re not going to lie, the idea of waterslides doesn’t fill our hearts with joy. But we’re also aware one parent’s trash is another child’s treasure and all-singing, all-dancing family facilities do have some perks – namely uninterrupted cocktail hour for us (and delighting our offspring, of course). The beauty of GRECOTEL LUXME WHITE is its proximity to joy inducing aquatic activities for kids, without the need for us to sunbathe next to them. Guests of this aptly named palatial pad have free access to sister hotels’ aqua park (a short 15 min taxi ride away). A great option for your child’s first foray into holiday childcare, the Kids Club (4+) here is cleverly situated in full view of parents by the pool – ideal if your little one is nervous about being left without you. With 6 restaurants to choose from you definitely won’t suffer from culinary cabin fever, but don’t miss out on a trip to Agreco Farms (handily included in the all inclusive package), for estate to plate dining alongside a sweet mini zoo. FIND OUT MORE The Best Family Hotel Minutes From The Airport Pine Cliffs, Portugal A siren call for parents seeking laid-back luxury, Pine Cliffs is the name to know for a faultless fly & flop. The easy peasy 30 minute airport transfer sets the scene for this hassle free holiday. Stretching over 168 acres of Algarve, there’s no denying this is a behemoth of a place. But somehow (and credit where credit’s due to the layout & staff), it never feels soulless, quite the opposite in fact, with a proudly Portuguese design dominating. And with size does come some pretty impressive perks. With 8 pools, the largest Kids Club in the region (6 months +), a football pitch, tennis courts, 9-hole golf course and superb spa, there’s little reason to leave this resplendent resort. But, step outside of the beautiful bubble and you’re treated to one of the area’s best beaches – complete with a scattering of charming restaurants for a further taste of the local life. FIND OUT MORE A Family Friendly Stay With Incredible Food Daios Cove, Crete When you have the tiniest of tiny travellers to contend with, nothing beats a swim-up room to avoid nap-traps. The super swish seafront sanctuaries, complete with private pools, at Daios Cove are just the icing on this delicious Cretan cake. An all inclusive to convert anyone on the fence about resort restaurants, the dining here is downright delicious. With 6 restaurants to choose from there’s no need to order the same meal twice, with guests free to devour Michelin-star menus, mouthwatering meze and fresher-than-fresh seafood. A wellness wonderland of epic proportions, the Zen-inducing spa here is second to none. And lunch time snoozes on the treatment table are made possible thanks to the brilliant Kids Club (4 months +). With children more than well catered for, we’d also encourage a spot of day time drinking – trust us, there’s no watered down cocktails on the menu here. FIND OUT MORE A Family Hotel That Looks Like a Honeymoon Hillside Beach Club, Turkey Busy beaches backed by a bevy of buildings vying for space and attention does not make for a relaxing break. But a prime, private location is just one of the many (many) perks of Hillside Beach Club. A Turkish delight to satiate all sweet teeth – no matter their age or appetite, there’s truly something for everyone at this coastal complex. With jaw-dropping views of the aquamarine Agean uninterrupted by any neighbours, Mother Nature is definitely the matriarch here, but restaurants & facilities more than play their part in painting this paradisiacal picture. Children will go gaga at the babypark for under-threes, ‘Kidside’ (4+), waterslides, and epic evening entertainment, whilst parents will appreciate the morning yoga sessions, sunset hikes and adult-only beaches. If you’re looking for a getaway big on leisure and little on logistics, take note. FIND OUT MORE Find Your Next Holiday With Tiny Travelship Introducing The Tiny Travel Agency Allow us to introduce the newest arm to Tiny Travelship – the Tiny Travel Agency. And while using a travel agency may feel like the reserve of the financially blessed, we’re here to tell you that if you use the right one, it can save you time, money and a whole lot of stress! And, not only will they take ALL of the hassle out of booking your family holiday (we’re talking hotels and flights too), they’ll also act as your personal concierge before the trip. Need onsite restaurant reservations made? Leave it with them. How about a transfer with an age appropriate car seat? They’ll do it for you. Find Out More
Reviewed by Us: Festive ExperiencesRead More This time of year is so busy, and big festive events are often £100+ for a whole family. But are they worth it? The TMC team shares their favourites and… Post author By The Mum Club Post date 9 December 2024 Reviewed by Us: Festive Experiences This time of year is so busy, and big festive events are often £100+ for a whole family. But are they worth it? The TMC team shares their favourites and the best age to go. A Light Trail To Save For Older Children Windsor Great Park Illuminated “We were given tickets to this by MIL for Christmas, and we went there just before New Year. They have the most incredible light display and a disco in the forest. There are small stalls where you can get delicious food and mulled wine and an area where you toast marshmallows. There are also rides and a carousel. I’d say this experience is suited to ages 4+ as older children will get more out of it and can withstand colder, darker evenings and walks.” TMC Style and Content Creator, Luzaan Shaw Best age to go: 4+ Find out more The One That Pleases All Ages Hever Castle & Gardens, Kent “Hever Castle is one of the best places for families and I never tire of visiting. Their playground is huge, and our kids love it. And at Christmas, the historic venue transforms into a magical wonderland, with a carousel and toddler-friendly rides just outside the castle. The usually adult interior is decorated with dazzling Christmas trees and if you get an expensive sell-out ticket to see Santa, it is worth it, as they go all out. The grounds are also decorated with incredible lights and there really is something for everyone.” TMC Editor, Lydia House Best age to go: 2+ (You can go before, but I’d go in the day for a nice walk and skip seeing the big man) Find Out More A Magnificent Light Show and Safari Experience Longleat, The Festival of Light “I love it here. And this year’s spectacular lantern trail is bigger than ever before. We made our visit extra magical by taking a trip to the enchanting snow-covered North Pole on the Santa Train, where Father Christmas was waiting in his grotto with a present. Our almost 2-year-old loved the train journey and when he finally saw Father Christmas. However, we queued for over 40 minutes to see him in the cold. So, I’d say that trip is best for slightly older children as trying to entertain a small child in a queue for that long wasn’t easy. Plus, if you want to see the animals in the safari park, you must enter before 2pm, and we were shocked that not all the festival lights were on until around 5pm. So, I’d say it’s not ideal to do with tiny kids that start bedtime around six and will inevitably be tired.” TMC Email Marketing & CRM Co-Ordinator, Andi Venardos Best age to go: 3/4+ Find Out More The Most Magical Christmas Experience Tulleys Christmas Santa Experience “We’ve been to this for the last four years. It’s mainly outside, but many activities are inside, like making reindeer food, decorating cookies with Mother Christmas, and going to a 3D cinema. Our favourite thing is that you take a tractor ride to Santa’s Grotto, which drives you through a magical Christmas Forest, where characters greet you. It is expensive, but I’d say it’s so worth it and we don’t spend a lot of money on presents for the children as they get so many from relatives, so really this is our treat to our kids.” TMC Style and Content Creator, Luzaan Shaw Best age to go: 3+ Find Out More A Very Festive Train Ride The Polar Express, Spa Valley Railway, Tunbridge Wells “This is a costly train ride and while our children loved it and it was magical, I would say you can save this one for when they’re a little older. I’d say it suits 3/4+ (maybe even older). You don’t have to watch the film (which tbh, I think is a bit scary for little ones) but it does help it make sense. You are encouraged to board the train ride in pjs, and there is constant entertainment right from the get-go. For someone who doesn’t like musicals, I didn’t love all the singing, but the kids seemed to. Everyone is given rich hot chocolate and a large cookie the size of my 3-year-old’s head. And I was a bit scared about a sugar overload, but amazingly, the children still fell asleep on the way home and we avoided any meltdowns. All in all, we liked it but I’m not sure if we’d go again.” TMC Editor, Lydia House Best age to go: 4+ Find out more Our Verdict… We spent a lot of money taking our children to festive experiences when they were little. And most of us endured tantrums because our children were overwhelmed, cold, tired, or confused. Young children find minuscule things magical, from seeing Christmas lights on other people’s houses to the twinkling naffness of a garden centre. You don’t need to do much to impress them. So release pressure on yourself. Do whatever makes you feel good. Whether that’s booking experiences, or not! It’s your festive season, and however that looks, is just great.
Chocolate Crispy Christmas PuddingsRead More Lapland Bakes are creating the most festive recipes this year. And this one is so easy to make with the kids. Want even more inspo? Scroll down to the end… Post author By The Mum Club Post date 9 December 2024 Chocolate Crispy Christmas Puddings Lapland Bakes are creating the most festive recipes this year. And this one is so easy to make with the kids. Want even more inspo? Scroll down to the end for even more recipes… What You Need Crispy Cakes – Rice crispy cereal – 140g melted chocolate, broken up – 70g dark chocolate, broken up – 140g Butter – 80g golden syrup To Decorate – White chocolate – Holly sugar decorations How to make it 1. Line a 12-hole non-stick muffin tin with small circles of greaseproof paper to cover the base. 2. In a large heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water, melt the milk and dark chocolate, butter and golden syrup, making sure the bowl doesn’t touch the water. Stir until the mixture has fully melted. Take off the heat and stir in the rice krispies until they’re completely coated. 3. Roll into 12 balls and place onto a lined baking tray and pop then in the fridge to set. 4. Meanwhile melt the white chocolate in the microwave or in a heatproof bowl over simmering water. Allow to cool for 5 minutes. Carefully remove the cakes from the fridge and Spoon over a generous teaspoon of white chocolate allowing it to drip slightly down each side. Decorate with a holly and berry sugar decoration and allow to set. Watch how to make it Cook This Christmas With Lapland We are loving all of Lapland’s Christmas cook-along videos. For more recipes check out their Instagram or watch 3 of our favourites below. Easy Wish Marble Biscuits Father Christmas Cupcakes Simple Enchanted Forest Chocolate Bark
The Best Pyjamas to Buy Right NowRead More Post author By The Mum Club Post date 3 December 2024 The Best Pyjamas to Buy Right Now It’s official, we’re obsessed… The Matching Christmas Sets Whether you love or hate the group shot photos, no one can deny the cute family feeling of a matchy matchy Christmas morning. Maternity Vintage Tree & Wreath Pyjamas Chelsea Peers £55 Candy Striped Set M&S £25 Festive Floral Set Sleepy Doe £75 The One’s You’ll Want To Live In “If you do one thing for yourself it should be to buy these Djerf Avenue pj’s. Worth the hype and investment. I’m not taking them off all winter. ✌🏻” Lauren Webber – Co founder Go Slow Summer Berries Shirt Djerf Avenue £67 Classic Pyjama Set – Swansy Sleepy Doe £50 (Sale) Sky Blue Stripe Pyjama Set HONNA London £165 Long Muslin Fancy Collar Set Desmond & Dempsey £140 (Sale) Jersey Classic Foil Dot Pyjama Set The White Company £75 Ribbed Sleep Trouser Set- Cherry The Nap Co £76 Soft Lounge Stretch-jersey Pyjama Set SKIMS £118 The Ones You Can Wear Out “Just when we thought Sleeper had done it all. They’ve gone and added bows to their classic set. Yup, we’re sold…” The Bow Pyjama Set Sleeper £301 (Sale) Maria PJ Set Damson Madder £85 Bobbie Cotton Co-ord Rixo £165 Yves piped silk-satin pajama set OLIVIA VON HALLE £590 Dark Red Satin Pyjamas H&M £27.99
Cosy Dinner IdeasRead More View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ashley Fehr | The Recipe Rebel (@thereciperebel) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Emily English (@emthenutritionist) View this… Post author By The Mum Club Post date 3 December 2024 Cosy Dinner Ideas From warming soups to comforting pies, these are the cosy dinners we NEED right now! The Hearty Soup View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ashley Fehr | The Recipe Rebel (@thereciperebel) The Best Tasting Lasagna This is the best tasting Lasagna – EVER! Make It The ‘Anyone Could Make it’ Curry View this post on Instagram A post shared by Emily English (@emthenutritionist) The Comforting Pie One that the whole family will love. Delicious and comforting every time! Make it now The Nutritious Noodle Soup View this post on Instagram A post shared by Mob | Only the best recipes (@mob) The Mouth-Watering Hot Pot The only problem with this recipe is that we never have leftovers. Make it now
Festive Outfits For You and For ThemRead More Want 25% off New Balance Cyber Week items? Simply use the code: NBCW25EXTRA*OFFER ENDS 8TH DECEMBER Click here to get the offer All products on this page have been selected by… Post author By The Mum Club Post date 2 December 2024 Festive Outfits For You and For Them For those rare occasions we get to dress up and the times we want to feel stylish but oh so comfy. For When You Want to Feel Fancy… Red Cardigan & other stories Gold Multi-strap Block Heels Next £50 Smock Waist Velvet Party Dress Jojo Maman Bébé £39-£44 Red Bow Jumper H&M £7.99 Red Halterneck Maxi Dress ASOS DESIGN £135(Sale) Peter Pan Collar Dress Zara £27.99 Red Velvet Feather Hem Dress River Island £66 Velvet Bow Ballet Pumps H&M £12.99 25% OFF New Balance Want 25% off New Balance Cyber Week items? Simply use the code: NBCW25EXTRA*OFFER ENDS 8TH DECEMBER Click here to get the offer Little Red Nutcracker Jumper Trotters London £54 Velvet Waistcoat Shirt and Trousers Set Jojo Maman Bébé £49 Kids 550 Trainers New Balance £42 (Sale) Want 25% off New Balance cyber week items? Simply use the code: NBCW25EXTRA *OFFER ENDS 8TH DECEMBER For When You Want to Be Cosy… Chunky Knit Romper Zara Home £36.79 (Sale) 550 Trainers New Balance £84 (Sale) Olina Silk Trousers Reformation £148.50 (Sale) Bow Detail Cardigan H&M £16.79 (Sale) Knitted V-neck Dress Jaeger £150 Bow Jumper Marks & Spencer £18 Mama Satin Slip Skirt H&M £26.40 Chain Necklace Daisy London £95.20 (Sale) Reindeer Fairisle Jumper The Little Tailor Baby £26 Fringe Tassel Knitted Jumper Nobody’s Child £88(Sale) 2-piece Fine-knit Set H&M £15.20 (Sale) All products on this page have been selected by our editorial team, however, we may make a commission on some products.
What to Wear This WeekRead More Click here to get the offer Post author By The Mum Club Post date 2 December 2024 What to Wear This Week 25% OFF New Balance The comfiest trainers, worn with black on black for the win. Want 25% off New Balance cyber week items? Simply use the code: NBCW25EXTRA *OFFER ENDS 8TH DECEMBER Click here to get the offer Cashmere Turtleneck Jumper COS £250 Black Onyx Chain Necklace Daisy London £183.20 Crossbody bag with studs Zara £25.99 Satin Midi Skirt Reserved £25.99 550 Trainers New Balance £91 (Sale) Oversized Lattice Stud Earrings Daisy London £55.20 Created in partnership with new balance
The Hotlist: The Best Things to Do in DecemberRead More Post author By The Mum Club Post date 28 November 2024 The Hotlist: The Best Things to Do in December A list that should please everyone, whether you’re making plans or trying to cancel them… Shop Our Christmas Gift Guides Not bought a single thing yet? Put your feet up, we’ve done the hard work for you… Shop Now Do Something For You… There are 31 days in December and while we love seeing the magic through our children’s eyes, you can still experience a festive feeling on your own. So block out a day and do something that’s fun for you. 1. Head to Beauty Pie’s Pop Up, London Ok you have to hurry with this one, as it closes on Sunday December 1st. But it’s well worth cancelling plans for. Because this is the first time Beauty Pie have ever housed all of their incredible products in a real life shop. And excitingly The Mum Club members get a free 3 month membership and £20 off orders over £60. Find Out More 2. Shop Lucy Sparrow and Diptyque’s Delicatessen Diptyque has joined forces with Lucy Sparrow to create the cutest designer delicatessen. Brimming with festive treats. There are also iconic Diptyque designs to be discovered all reimagined in felt, right down to the flame. Find out more 3. Have a No Botox Facial Not just for hair removal, Strip clinics also offer expert facials. And their Anti-Wrinkle & Skin Rejuvenation treatment helps to smooth lines without the need for needles, toxins, or fillers. Using state-of-the-art technology, quick pulses of light energy zap into the skin to increase collagen production, and reduce redness, pigmentation, and scarring. Find out more 4. Join TMC Wimbledon and Skin Laundry On Wednesday 4th December TMC Wimbledon is partnering with Skin Laundry for an exciting brunch. Along with some excellent skin advice you can expect a delicious brunch, a TMC goodie bag and travel cup, and to make some excellent friends. Find out more 5. Treat Yourself to Some Gucci Gucci Beauty have really pulled out all the stops this year with the most equiste make up and fragrance line. From asthetically pleasing palettes to warming and seductive scents, we could be convinced to stay out past 9pm. Shop Now Shop Some Charitable Gifts Order a Letter From Santa Send your child a magical personalised letter from Santa to ignite their imagination. There are 8 designs to choose from and an option to add your own little note from the big man. *Handy if you need to reinforce a particular ‘please just be good’ message. Shop Now Teach Your Children About Protecting Animals With Dogs 4 Wildlife’s Adopt a Rhino, you can gift a piece of conservation magic while helping to protect some of the world’s most endangered animals. Adopt one of these incredible animals and help safeguard them from poaching and wildlife crime and your little ones will recieve a little cuddly rhino, an official adoption certificate, and tons of facts about your adopted rhino and white rhinos and their habitat. Find out more Watch These… A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter, 6th December, Netflix We’re going to save this one to watch as we wrap all our presents. This fun-filled show sees Sabrina joined by other singers and celebrities and will showcase her own songs as well as Christmas classics. Watch the trailer Paris and Nicole Encore, 12th December, Peacock They’re back and US TV channel Peacock have announced the show will be availble to stream from December 12th, which should mean we can watch it on Sky or Now TV. Watch this space, we’ll let you know as soon as it’s availble. Watch the trailer Carry On, December 13th, Netflix Finally a new Christmas film that actually looks good. This holiday action thriller stars young TSA officer Ethan (Taron Egerton, Rocketman) who is blackmailed into letting a dangerous package slip onboard a Christmas Day flight and tries to save the lives of everyone in the airport. Expect plenty of tense stand-offs, high-octane action sequences and a punch up or two. Watch the trailer Gavin & Stacey Christmas Special, December 19th, BBC Three Along with an Outnumbered comeback, after a five-year break the BBC are bringing the G&S gang back. Finally the show’s huge cliffhanger will be answered: did Smithy say ‘yes’ to Nessy after her shock proposal? Find out more Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl, December 25th, BBC One The BBC really are the kings of Christmas 2024. And alongside Outnumbered, Gavin and Stacey, and the Doctor Who Christmas Special. They are very excitingly releasing a new Wallace and Grommit film on Christmas Day. Watch the trailer Read This… A Poem For Every Day of Christmas One for you or for a loved one who loves poetry (and Christmas). A Poem for Every Day of Christmas is a splendid collection of thirty-one poems. Perfect for reading aloud and sharing with friends and family this festive season. Shop Now Personalise Last-Minute Presents The Lost Girls, Bicester Village Pop Up Missed all the deadlines for personalised products? On the 9th – 15th December, The Lost Girls will be at Bicester Village offering a curated selection of napkins, stockings and ribbon with complimentary personalised embroidery. *Problem solved. Find out more Shop Some Very Stylish Decor Bows, velvet and outlandish patterns – Christmas 2024 is anything but subtle. Patchwork Bow Christmas Stocking Damson Madder £38 Santa I Can Explain Doormat Rockett St George £16 Red Velvet Bows Mrs Alice £28 Get Yourself a Festive Fleece Teddy Borg Fleece, NEXT We’re obsessed with this comfy fleece, which has a green and red abstract print, that says Christmas in the coolest possible way. Shop Now
The Best Things for a NewbornRead More Having a baby and no idea what to buy? These are the items the TMC team have put to the test. All products on this page have been selected by… Post author By The Mum Club Post date 25 November 2024 The Best Things for a Newborn Having a baby and no idea what to buy? These are the items the TMC team have put to the test. 1. Nanit Pro Camera – £299.00 If you are a bit anxious as a parent and need to have that peace of mind that your baby will be safe while they sleep, this is a must have item. It has all the bells and whistles from breathing motion monitoring to inbuilt white noise. Best of all it’s controlled through an app on your phone. Buy Now 2. DockATot Deluxe+ Dock – £160.00 This is a saving grace! It’s incredibly functional and beautiful too. It’s an item that allows you to safely pop bub down for supervised lounging, playing, cuddling, diaper changes and tummy time. *Top tip: It’s well worth getting a spare cover so you still use it when messy moments occur. Buy Now 3. H&M Teddy Nappy Caddy – £29.99 Perfect for storing nappies, wipes, spare clothes and everything in between. It can be carried from room to room for easy access to all the essentials throughout the day and during the night. Buy Now 4. Tommee Tippee UV Steriliser and Dryer – £99.99 This is such a good steriliser and means your worktops aren’t full of messy wet bottles. We even used it to sterilise nipple shields and breast pump attachments. Buy Now 5. Tiba & Marl Elwood Changing Backpack – £150.00 A baby bag that is the perfect combination of fashion meets function. Buy Now 6. Naturalmat Baby The Coco Mat – From £95.00 These are 100% natural and organic, chemical-free, and the only mattresses we trust for our babies to sleep on! Buy Now 7. 7AM Enfant K-Poncho – £64.00 You might be thinking ‘What on earth is that?!’ but let us tell you this bit of kit is SO useful. It’s a 3-in-1 cover for baby carriers, strollers and car seats. The K-Poncho features ultra soft plush lining, a water repellent outer shell, and premium poly insulation to keep baby warm and comfy. Buy Now 8. Baby Björn Carrier Mini – £88.90 (on sale) Trust us when we say this way better than the more stylish and expensive carriers on the market. It’s an affordable, comfortable and easy to use carrier that clips on at the front, which means you don’t need to be a contortionist to put it on or take it off. Buy Now 9. Graco Side-By-Side Bedside Bassinet – £70.00 Who knew having multiple cots and beds for your baby would be so damn handy. This is also great for travel as it folds up super easy and has its own carry bag. Buy Now 10. Bugaboo Giraffe Ultimate Bundle – £582.75 A highchair that will see you through all the the ages and stages of your baby and actually looks nice in your home. It’s light, compact and doesn’t take up much space and can be used as a chair for adults too. *Top tip: Buy the bundle which includes the rocker frame so that you don’t need to buy a separate product. Buy Now 11. Cybex e-Gazelle – Starting from £1,049.95 A stroller that can be used from birth to approx. 4 years old, turns into a double buggy and that rocks your baby for you. We love that you can buy different attachments depending on what stage the baby is in or if you have multiple children. *Top tip: Purchasing the Cybex e-Gazelle S Pushchair in a bundle with all of the attachments from the get-go is the best value for money. Find Out More 12. DockATot Nursing Pillow – £70.00 Making those late-night and early-morning feeds a whole lot easier. It looks pretty and it works perfectly as a booster for tummy time. Buy Now 13. haakaa Manual Breast Pump – £22.99 We found this to work better than our electric pumps. Buy Now 14. Lovevery Play Kit Subscription – £80.00 The perfect way to introduce sensory play to your little ones. Buy Now 15. Nanobébé Flexy Silicone Baby Bottle – £18.99 They have the most advanced anti-colic system and have a soft, breast-like feel that provides a smooth transition to bottle feeding, or when combining with breastfeeding, without the worry of teat confusion. Buy Now 16. ZIPSTER™ Ribbed Babygrow – £23.95 Hands down the softest onesies you’ll find. No faffing about with poppers here, you can zip from either the top or the bottom making them brilliant for speedy nappy changes, especially in the dark. Plus foldover hands (no scratched faces) and feet (cosy toes when sleeping and foot freedom when awake and playing). Buy Now 17. Nuby Baby Bottle Cleaning Brush 2 in 1 – £7.99 A bottle brush that will stand the test of time. The durable bristles on both brushes are made from soft silicone for scratch resistant cleaning and it has a handy hygienic upright storage stand with a draining dish. Buy Now 18. Love To Dream Swaddle Up™ – £33.99 Keeps baby warm and makes longer sleep easy. No loose layers to kick off during sleep and the arms up position lets babies access their hands to self-soothe. Plus the twin zipper makes for easy nappy changes during those early mornings. Buy Now 19. Lansinoh 925 Silverette Nipple Cups – £47.99 A nipple lifesaver. The sterling silver naturally protects & helps heal sore nipples throughout breastfeeding or pumping. You can thank us later. Buy Now 20. Bambo Nature Premium Eco Nappies – From £5.50 Want nappies that have no nasties, and are kind to your baby’s bottom and the environment? These are the ones we swear by and we love how they have a wetness indicator that changes colour. Buy Now 21. Angelcare Soft Touch Bath Support – £20.99 Take the worry out of bath time with this comfortable and safe bath support. It allows your baby to lie back in a relaxed position and splash about without being held. Buy Now 22. Liewood Bath Thermometer – £21.25 This adorable thermometer takes the guesswork out of the perfect temperature for your baby’s bath. Buy Now 23. Frida Baby Electric Nail Trimmer – £31.49 It’s the perfect little kit to have and is so gentle on your babies nails. Plus it means you don’t need to brave using nail clippers on those tiny fidgety hands. Buy Now 24. Aden + Anais Burpy Baby Bib – £9.50 (on sale) A 2-in-1 solution to spit up. Baby can wear it as a bib and you can throw it over your shoulder when burping. It’s a win-win! Buy Now 25. Bambo Nature Premium Eco Nappies – From £5.50 One to keep in your nappy caddy! It’s easy to use and not uncomfortable for baby. It has a night mode with a light and it doesn’t make a noise, so no need to worry about waking up baby! 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