The best places for a date night. A spa trip every mum needs to book. Ways to help your child’s mental health. A book that will empower you. And the best things to listen and watch this month.
The best places for a date night
We’re much more likely to do a dine-in for £10 on Valentine’s Day, but if you are feeling especially romantic and want to remember why you liked your partner in the first place. These are our favourite love-enhancing venues.
THE MAINE MAYFAIR
Looking for a night of decadence. Maine is a swanky blend of speakeasy tavern and brasserie. During your evening, you’ll be treated to a debauched cabaret and a seriously delicious menu.
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CHOTTO MATTE
One of our favourite London restaurants has recently had a makeover to make it even cooler. With live DJ sets, neon street art and a vibe that reflects its trendy Soho location. Oh, and the food? Yeah, it’s unbelievable!!
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LA POULE AU POT
No one does romance better than the French, and at La Poule Au Pot, you’re instantly wooed by the gorgeous farmhouse dimly lit interior. Located in Belgravia and a short walk from Victoria station, it’s kind of set out on its own but well worth booking into.
Book nowGet yourself some FREE Me Time
NEAL’S YARD ME TIME
A step up from an uninterrupted nap or shower. Neals Yard is offering customers 10 minutes free me time until the end of March. There will be in-store wellbeing experiences ranging from massage treatments and aromabalance sessions (a way to help you de-stress, calm or whatever you need) to herbal tea tasting and wellbeing consultations. Contact your local store to find out more.
Find your nearest storeSupport your child’s mental health with these 6 things
YOTO + MOSHI MINDFUL STORIES
One of our favourite audio players has partnered with children’s mindfulness app Moshi to bring kids stories that support them, understand feelings and encourage kindness, sharing and compassion.
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MY EMOTIONS ACTIVITY BOOK
A free downloadable book is full of fun activities encouraging children to start gentle conversations about their thoughts and feelings.
Download here
RUN OFF SOME ENERGY AT RUGBYTOTS
Physical health is excellent for your mind, and there are tons of activities you can sign your little ones up to (too many, maybe), but Rugbytots is a great one for teaching them skills and letting them run off some energy.
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KIND BY ALISON GREEN
An inspiring picture book about the many ways children can be kind, from sharing their toys and games to making those from other countries feel welcome
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CLUB PATCHES
The perfect reminder to give or sew into your kids clothes, that they have absolutely got this and you’re with them every step of the way. Empowering and brilliant.
Buy nowBook a date that’s all about you
THE MUM CLUB EVENTS
Mums nights outs, brunches and Galentines events. Our THE MUM CLUB hosts are providing something for everyone this month.
Find your nearest clubBook yourself a treat for Mother’s Day
SOPWELL HOUSE
“A fabulous treat for mums or mums to be, but just make sure you’re booked into The Club at Cottonmill, not just the Cottonmill, as it’s not the same. Confusing, I know, but that aside it’s a beautiful place to go. I’ve never been to a spa that’s so quiet. Maybe that’s why they charge so much! The facilities are beautiful inside and out and have some fantastic treatments you can try. Sadly, I was pregnant when I went, so I couldn’t utilise everything, but I still had a great time and spent hours there. Our hotel room was a bit disappointing for the cost, but the food and waiting staff were sublime, which made up for it. If I returned, I’d book a day spa package and maybe stay locally in an Airbnb.”
TMC Editor, Lydia House
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DOPAMINE LAND
Giving us all the Emily in Paris vibes, this new visual art experience is family-friendly, but we think it’s better to go with friends or a partner and then head for drinks or dinner afterwards. There are lots of tickets left for this month, but it’s on until April, so you have plenty of time to plan.
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MOTHER POWER
Know and grow your power as a mother with this honest, guilt-free parenting guide that champions your own needs and wellbeing as well as those of your children
Buy nowListen to
PERFECT DAY PLAYLIST
We’ve always liked this playlist, but the recent update on songs is giving us all the feels. Blast it out, and we guarantee your day will be much better.
Listen nowWatch this
CHIPPENDALES
This is a brilliant series; it almost feels like a movie. We watched all of them within 24 hours, and yes, hot men take their clothes off.
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GINNY & GEORGIA
We might be late to the game here, but we recently started watching season one, and we’re already racing through episodes. Binge-watching at its best.
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BREAK POINT
A new behind-the-scenes documentary about the 2022 tennis season. An inspiring watch that showcases the hard work players put into achieving their dreams.
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