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Yep, it’s November next week! Don’t stress. It’s the start of some excellent TV.

Come to a Sleep Workshop with TMC and Naturalmat Baby

Join TMC Knutsford & Naturalmat Baby, the organic mattress brand, for an exclusive baby and toddler sleep workshop at their new Knutsford showroom. Run by Lucy Gregory, founder of early years consultancy NEST and qualified Norland Nanny.
Lucy will discuss topics including when to introduce a bedtime routine and what this can look like, self settling, naps and much more!
As with all of our events you can expect all of the usual TMC fabulousness. A TMC Goody bag with branded coffee mug, a babysitter on hand to help out with your little ones and like minded mum mates.

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Go to An Underground Spa

Aire Ancient Baths, Covent Garden
Aire Ancient Baths, Covent Garden

We think we might have found the most magical spa in London. Dare we say the country. Aire’s ancient baths can be found in a historic basement just off the Strand and are lit with candlelight and are nothing short of magical. With five different dipping pools, there’s also aromatherapy and steam rooms and a unique heart-shaped wine bath (*sadly alcohol-free) that you can dip into post-massage. It’s a unique experience not to be missed.

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Be Kind to Yourself

World Kindness Day – 13th November
World Kindness Day – 13th November

Monday 13th is World Kindness Day, and we’re pretty sure you’re giving out a lot of kindness to other people in your life, but you might need to be kinder to yourself. Whether it’s booking a spa day, treating yourself to some time out, a swim, or a yoga class. Or just a big glass of wine and a delicious meal. You deserve it, so be kind to yourself.

Beef Wellington Meal, Friday 17th November

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Guilt Free Mum
Guilt Free Mum

Following on with the theme of being kind to yourself, we recommend shedding any mum guilt you might be feeling. We often attach it to everything we do as mums. From worrying that we spend too much time on chores, work or admin and not enough time on play. Or simple things like not managing to label clothes for nursery or if we forgot to book that flu jab. The list is long, and you’re doing great. But this book is a brilliant reminder to pick up whenever you’re having a moment.

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Make a Xmas Wreath with The Mum Club

Wreath Making TMC
Wreath Making TMC

This month, we’re getting into the festive spirit with multiple wreath-making events happening all over the country. We’re also hosting supper clubs, brunches and more. Find your nearest event

Find your nearest event

See a Christmas Light Switch on

If you can get past the mission to get there and the bustling crowds, it’s well worth heading to one.

CARNABY STREET – 2nd November
CARNABY STREET – 2nd November

Our personal favourite. This year’s theme is ‘Carnaby Universe’, where a solar system of neon lights will be strung up in the sky above Carnaby’s brilliant shops.

 EDINBURGH – 17TH November
EDINBURGH – 17TH November

Expect dazzling lights and magical rides in the heart of the capital city. With George Street hosting one of the major Christmas light installations, this free event features choirs from all over Scotland and fantastic fireworks. The finale of the afternoon is a spectacular pyrotechnical display, marking the official switch-on of Edinburgh’s Christmas lights, accompanied by Santa’s “flying” visit.

COVENT GARDEN – 7th November
COVENT GARDEN – 7th November

This year’s theme is golden bells, and on 7th November, the world-famous Christmas lights will be switched on with over 40 gigantic bells with bows, 12 giant baubles and 8 spinning mirror balls.

BATH – Provisionally 15th November
BATH – Provisionally 15th November

Soak up some festive atmosphere as Bath’s most iconic streets and buildings are brought to life with magical illuminations. Bath’s Christmas light trail is a unique light experience that you cannot miss!

See A Giant Moon…

Leonardslee Illuminations, Horsham, West Sussex,
Leonardslee Illuminations, Horsham, West Sussex,

Want a more peaceful opportunity to see some festive lights? Take the kids to see a captivating after-dark light trail at Leonardslee Gardens. Wrap the family up and head there to see the historic 240-acre Grade I Listed estate transformed into a magical world *and a giant moon! There’s also a Victorian funfair, a small Christmas market, and a selection of seasonal food and drink on site (translation: mulled wine).

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Watch these…

Robbie Williams Documentary –Netflix, 8th November
Robbie Williams Documentary –Netflix, 8th November

We’re so here for this nostalgic docus—First Becks now Robbie. Ok, let’s vote on who we want next.

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The Crown, Season 6, Netflix, Nov 16TH
The Crown, Season 6, Netflix, Nov 16TH

Possibly the most interesting series yet, this season will recreate the stories that we will partly remember, including the famous crash in Paris that caused the death of Princess Diana.

 Squid Game: The Challenge – Netflix, 22nd November
Squid Game: The Challenge – Netflix, 22nd November

A new version of Squid Game is coming to Netflix as a reality competition where 456 contestants will fight to win $4.56 million in challenges inspired by the original show. Mmm…Sounds ominous.

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The Santa Clauses, Season Two, Disney Plus, 8th November
The Santa Clauses, Season Two, Disney Plus, 8th November

Is November too early to watch Christmas TV? We say no. As season two of “The Santa Clauses” premieres on Disney+ on 8th November. You. Can’t. Stop. Us.

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The Artful Dodger, Disney Plus 29th November
The Artful Dodger, Disney Plus 29th November

Like a crime version of Bridgeton but with more drama and, dare we say it, a more captivating storyline. Soz Bridge.

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Enjoy a Moment of Calm

'Moment of Calm' class by Etta Loves X Frame, 10th November, Shoreditch London
‘Moment of Calm’ class by Etta Loves X Frame, 10th November, Shoreditch London

Close to London? This month, Etta Loves joins Mumhood by Frame to present an exclusive and rejuvenating Moment Of Calm class. This soothing and immersive collaboration is set to take place in the Frame Shoreditch studio in London. Expect deep relaxation and sensory delight for both mothers and their little ones.

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