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This month we’re in the mood for love, pancakes and a lot of planning for Mother’s Day me time…

Put Yourself First, Not Pancakes…

Don’t get us wrong, we love Pancake Day, but sometimes the pressure of doing all the days is too much. Just remember that small children have no concept of calendar dates, so if life gets in the way and you’re too tired to flip a pan, no one will know. Do it at the weekend, merge it with Valentine’s or forget the whole thing entirely. Life will continue…

Heart Shaped Pan *for the mergers

Find a Parent Pleasing Valentine’s Day Card…

Save yourself some effort with three of our best finds…

Speak to Your Love Language…

This Valentine’s Day, we’ve got a gift for every kind of love.

Words of Affirmation With Every Cuppa
Words of Affirmation With Every Cuppa

This one works for them and you.

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Acts of Service With The Best Dinner Kits
Acts of Service With The Best Dinner Kits

*Buys as a gift. Gets them to make it.

The Best Restaurant Dinner Kits
Receiving Gifts That You Actually Want
Receiving Gifts That You Actually Want

Upgrade your car garage flowers with this timely and on-trend accessory.

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Quality time at the Cinema
Quality time at the Cinema

A night at the cinema = quality time that includes popcorn, escapism and a necessary pre-screening trip to Nandos. Book that babysitter now.

Argylle, In Cinemas Feb 1st
Physical Touch Reawakened
Physical Touch Reawakened

Need a little help reigniting the fire? Why not gift yourself a love egg this Valentine’s Day? Then give your partner the remote and use it in the cinema, in a restaurant, or in front of the ‘tele’!
Yeah, we’ll leave the location to you.

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Save Money This Mother’s Day

Getting organised never felt so good!

15% off Biscuiteers
15% off Biscuiteers

Need some gift inspiration for your mum or a loved one? This month, we have an exclusive discount for Biscuiteers. Whether you want to send or receive their beautiful Mother’s Day Flowers Collection, or you fancy another beautiful themed box or treat. The Mum Club members get 15% off the site until March 10th. Simply enter the code MUMCLUB15 at checkout.

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*T&Cs: Single use code valid until 23:59 10th March 2024, excludes E-gift cards. Maximum basket value £300, cannot be used on multi delivery checkout.

20% off Carrie Elizabeth
20% off Carrie Elizabeth

Carrie Elizabeth makes the most beautiful and ornate jewellery, and you get 20% off with your exclusive TMC Members Perk. Just use the code MUMCEJ20 at checkout.

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Book into a Swanky New Spa…

Omorovicza, The Mayfair Institute
Omorovicza, The Mayfair Institute

New to Mayfair, Omorovicza’s London Institute is the most beautiful shop come spa. Housing treatments like, The Illuminating Skin Therapy Session, £200, which is excellent at reviving tired dull faces. It’s the perfect place to book for a very special treat.

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Eat All The Cake…

Sketch, Afternoon Tea
Sketch, Afternoon Tea

Whether you’re planning ahead for Mother’s Day or you and a pal need a much needed catch up, afternoon tea makes for the best excuse to scoff a load of cake.
Sketch London is one of the best we’ve tried and has special sittings for Valentine’s and Mother’s Day.

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Fill Your Cup…

The Mum Club Mother's Day Events
The Mum Club Mother’s Day Events

So many of our clubs are hosting Mother’s Day events. From East Renfrewshire to Redbridge, our hosts are ready to put you first. Join us at your nearest club for a morning or moment that is all about you.

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Celebrate Your Inner Diva (or someone else’s)

DIVA, V&A Museum
DIVA, V&A Museum

Visit London’s V&A Museum this month and view the new DIVA exhibition. Celebrating the power and creativity of iconic performers, you can expect to see iconic imagery, costume and design. Highlights include Elton John’s opulent 50th birthday wig and outfit and dazzling costumes worn by Cher, Tina Turner, and Rihanna.

Book tickets

Take Your Little Ones to Liverpool…

Little Liverpool
Little Liverpool

Live near Merseyside? Head to the cities museum this month to find a hands-on fantasy world made for children. Crammed with fun activities for children under the age of six. It’s free to visit and makes for the perfect rainy (and educational) day out.

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Watch These…

Completed Seasons 2 of The Tourist and The Traitors? And finished with Mr Bates vs The Post Office and Fool Me Once? It’s time for February to bring you some fresh new drama…

One Day, Netflix, Feb 8th
One Day, Netflix, Feb 8th

We loved the book and film and now the heart-breaking David Nicholls novel is getting the Netflix treatment as the series appears on our screens this month. Will it match up?

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Masters of the Air
Masters of the Air

Whether war stories are your thing or not, this new film from Tom Hanks, Steven Spielberg, and Gary Goetzman is sure to engage your attention.

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The New Look
The New Look

This emotionally thrilling 10-part series covers the life of Christian Dior. Covering everything from his rivalry with Coco Chanel to how he navigated the horrors of World War II and launched ‘The New Look’.

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Mr & Mrs Smith, Prime Video, Feb 2nd
Mr & Mrs Smith, Prime Video, Feb 2nd

Another film that’s now a series. Mr & Mrs Smith works on the same humorous concept as the Brad and Angelina movie but shows a couple that fake a marriage for a mission and then discover real feelings along the way.

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Read This…

Girls Just Want to Have Funds…
Girls Just Want to Have Funds…

Whether you want to master the art of setting realistic goals, demystify financial jargon and markets or finally get excited about your financial future, find all the answers you need and more with this comprehensive guide.

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Listen to This…

Louis Theroux and Paul Mescal
Louis Theroux and Paul Mescal

We enjoyed listening and laughing at this brilliant interview where Louis quizzes Paul on the impact of Hollywood fame and what it feels like to be at the start of what looks like a very exciting career.

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