Yummy Mummy Magazine October 2023

YUMMY MUMMY

THE WORLD’S FINEST DESIGNER BRANDS

Fashion & Beauty

BABIES & KIDS

WINTER WARMER

CLASSIC AUTUMN FASHION

The romantic Victoria scarf for girls is made from Liberty Cotton poplin that’s decorated with the seasons floral print. Florals are offset by a brown base complemented by elegant autumn leaves and vibrant butterflies, showcasing the spirit of the AW23 collection. The Ira & Isla timeless Sweet Prairie Dress for girls is enhanced by its gorgeous, coloured checks that has been embroidered in Britain using a combination of blue, green and gold yarns. iraandisla.com

MAGIC MEALTIMES

We strongly believe baby weaning should be a happy experience, and our award-winning, Panda baby tableware collection aims to make mealtimes fun for the whole family with engaging designs colours. chompbaby.com

CREATIVE CONSTRUCTION

We simply love this super-cool 33 piece mini construction kit, which contains everything that creative young motorheads need to build their very own miniature racing car. rexlondon.com

Whether you’re off to a snowball battle or visiting your nan, it’s wise to wear impressive headgear. Few are more impressive than one that’s been exclusively designed with a herd of terrific titanosaurs and a woolly pom pom on.Made in the UK with yarn that’s a blend of recycled cotton and polyester, the fabulously festive red, green and white pattern also features snowflakes on the hem and a ring of nautilus shells. nhmshop.co.uk

BOOKWORMS

Welcome to the fun world of Wally the Alley, a baby alligator who lived in the heart of the African jungle! Wally is a brave and adventurous little alligator who loves exploring new places and making new friends. Join him on his exciting journey as he meets a whole cast of colorful characters and embarks on his first thrilling adventure. Available in Paperback and Kindle format on Amazon

THE WORLD’S FINEST DESIGNER BRANDS

The BABY DIOR

Autumn/Winter 2023 Collection

“When I think of my childhood, I remember happy, full and carefree days when everything was about enjoying life”

–

Dior

The final chapter in the Baby Dior autumn-winter 2023 line unveils exclusive new Mizza Galaxy looks with a back-to-school feel.

Children exploring the wonders of nature through play and mischief are ceaselessly surprised by an adorable feline creature. This is Cordelia

de Castellane’s primary inspiration, transforming the leopard motif cherished by the House into a fascinating camouflage with spots enlarged, irregular, as if delicately clawed into the fabric. This unique print, presented in enchanting nuances of grey and black, dresses remarkable creations that strike a balance of elegance and functionality.

Christian

The girls’ wardrobe is thus enriched with a dungaree dress, a woollen skirt and an irresistibly contemporary bomber jacket. Models in technical toile are featured, such as a windbreaker, adorned with pockets revisiting the curves of the Saddlebag.

The boys’ outfits are distinguished by a casual style punctuated by a few touches of lime. Down jackets, shirts, T-shirts and sweatpants combine the Dior Oblique motif with the captivating animal theme that emblemizes the collection.

The silhouettes, resolutely bold, dare a mix-andmatch of materials, layering, with an interplay of textures and proportions... An exquisite detail, a crest adorned with a bee – one of the House of Dior ‘s cherished symbols – is emblazoned with the motto “Let’s have fun,” completing pieces with an invitation to delight in the joys of childhood. For newborns, the classic Mizza is revisited –evoking the paw prints of a nonchalantly strolling kitty – on knits and faux fur coats. Adding a playful treat, a cheerful cuddly toy completes this exclusive selection.

Guaranteeing moments of affectionate harmony, an ode to gentleness.

The Collection can be purchased at: House of Dior, 160-162 New Bond Street, W1 Tel: 0207 172 0172; dior.com

“The boys’ outfits are distinguished by a casual style punctuated by a few touches of lime. Down jackets, shirts, T-shirts and sweatpants combine the Dior Oblique motif with the captivating animal theme that emblemizes the collection”

Swing into action with

The world’s first Legoland® Adventure Golf

Opening

October 2023 at Legoland Windsor Resort

ABOUT LEGOLAND

The LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort is a unique family theme park where children aged 2 -12 can take to the road, soar through the skies, and sail the seas in complete safety. It has over 55 interactive rides, attractions, live shows, building workshops and driving schools, not to mention a staggering 80 million LEGO® bricks, all set in 150 acres of beautiful parkland.

Families visiting the Resort will be able to put their skills to the test at the all-new LEGO Adventure Golf, which features four out of this world themed 9-hole courses, when it opens on 7th October. Whether you are swinging into Space, driving into LEGO® City, taking your best shot in a Medieval village or even putting with Pirates, each theme is a ‘hole’ other level of fun!

Guests visiting LEGOLAND Adventure Golf will be welcomed by a brand new LEGO Minifigure, and Adventure Golf mascot, Birdie. After competing against family members to see who the champion golfer of the day is – guests can enjoy a range of light snacks in new café – Tee time!

The four uniquely designed LEGO courses are ideal for those aged three years old or over and each course is designed to take a group of 6 people around 1 hour to play, guaranteeing fun for the whole family.

The exciting new attraction sits outside of the Resort’s 55 rides, live shows and attractions so can be enjoyed in addition to a day in the theme park, as a short break add-on or as an exclusive visit, requiring a separate ticket.

LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort, Winkfield Road, Windsor, Berkshire, SL4 4AY.

Tickets can be purchased online in advance from £10 per person and guests staying at the LEGOLAND Windsor Resort, as part of a short break package, can enjoy mini gold as an addon from £7.50 per person. Three courses are wheelchair accessible.

To find out more, visit legoland.co.uk/explore/ adventure-golf

Opening hours are 9am – 8pm (when park open) and 12 – 8pm (when park closed)

Tickets from £10pp online at legoland.co.uk/tickets

“Guests visiting LEGOLAND Adventure Golf will be welcomed by a brand new LEGO Minifigure, and Adventure Golf mascot, Birdie”

Celebrate the magic of Christmas at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London

HOGWARTS IN THE SNOW

From 11th November 2023 – 14th January 2024

Entering the Great Hall, bedecked in the glittering gold decorations from Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, fans will find a mouth-watering banquet of roast potatoes, peas, turkeys, and puddings set aflame just as it was to celebrate the end-of-term feast at Hogwarts. The set is complete with Christmas trees topped by flying witches and inviting fireplaces adorned with festive holly, mistletoe and wreaths.

From the Gryffindor boys’ dormitory to the house common rooms, fans of magic are invited to discover how their favourite sets were dressed for Christmas scenes in the film series. From handmade Christmas cards made by the crew during filming decorating the sets to Christmas trees decorated with glittering skulls. Learn the dance steps Neville Longbottom studies ahead of the wizarding Yule Ball as seen in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire or discover more about the invisibility cloak Harry Potter receives during his first Christmas at Hogwarts. Returning this year is the Studio Tour’s Christmas shop, where visitors can shop exclusive festive souvenirs, gifts and stocking fillers for their loved ones.

Snow will blanket the trees and woodlands in the Forbidden Forest, as well as Hagrid’s Hut, and on the outdoor sets in the Studio Tour’s Backlot. Diagon Alley’s shop fronts and cobbled stones will also feature a snowy makeover complete with frosted shop windows. At the Studio Tour’s snowmaking station, visitors are invited to get

THE DETAILS

Tickets must be booked in advance via wbstudiotour.co.uk @wbtourlondon

Warner Bros. Studio Tour London, Studio Tour Drive, Leavesden WD25 7LR

hands on and learn the filmmaking magic behind fire that doesn’t burn and snow that doesn’t melt, discovering the magical materials used on-set to create snow that crunches underfoot and glistens like ice on-screen.

The Studio Tour will end with a walk around the snowy Hogwarts Castle model transformed by filmmakers who dust it with a layer of snow from above, like icing a cake. Fans are encouraged to look closely for the tiny snowman figures hidden somewhere in the grounds of Hogwarts.

Tickets must be pre-booked, and all extra Hogwarts in the Snow additions are included in the ticket price.

The Pyjama House in North Yorkshire design and sell the most beautifully soft cotton nightwear for children, teenagers and adults.

Their children’s range include traditional button up pyjamas for boys and girls ages 2 to 12 years, and an adorable brushed cotton nightdress for ages 2 to 10.

Teenagers love the huge range of brushed and fine cotton PJ bottoms and pyjama shorts. Priced at around just £20 a pair these fit pre-teen to very tall adult.

For adults, there is a stunning range of pure cotton white nightdresses and dressing gowns, pyjama sets and bottoms and even a nightshirt too choose from.

MOKEE NURSERY FURNITURE

Discover Mokee’s extensive collection of premium baby furniture, cotbed and accessories.

In its 10th year of operation, Mokee has become renowned for its expertise in manufacturing high-quality, modern nursery furniture and accessories specifically designed for babies and children.

Having sold more than 30,000 mini cots, Mokee has brought happiness to babies all over the world.

Our baby cots are exclusively produced in Europe, utilising wood sourced solely from European forests.

Rest easy knowing that Mokee prioritizes eco-friendly and sustainable products, caring for your child and the environment.

Enjoy seamless online ordering, secure payment options, and prompt doorstep delivery for a hassle-free shopping experience.

READER OFFER: SAVE 5%

Visit mokee.eu and use the code LIFE5 for a 5% discount on all products.

Instilling the love of literacy from the roots of Chapter House

It is important to instil a love of literacy from an early age as literacy skills span far wider than just picking up a book. Karen Kilkenny, Head of Chapter House School at Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate talks through the innovative ways in which they ensure each and every pupil enjoys reading from a young age.

“In Chapter House, literacy and learning is at the heart of everything we do. Time is made every day specifically to enjoy sharing a book together, and each class has a specific time to visit the Chapter House library. This allows them to choose a book they can take home to share with parents and siblings.”

“One of our most successful, and popular initiatives has been the introduction of our reading dog, Indie, especially with our younger children. It has increased the confidence of reluctant readers by having a non-judgemental audience. The children are purely reading for pleasure with no one pointing out mistakes or questioning them on the text. It is an initiative where we have seen their confidence increase and their reading has become more animated, with more expression – one Year 1 child’s reading age has improved by two years over one term, and they are more curious about reading different texts. “

“Year 5 students are encouraged to be librarians, recommending books to their peers, creating displays in the library and using break times to share books with younger pupils. This vital

“One of our most successful, and popular initiatives has been the introduction of our reading dog, Indie, especially with our younger children”

engagement, extends beyond the classroom with regular parent information meetings on reading, sharing new school initiatives and advice on how they can support their child with reading at home.”

“Chapter House is a vibrant and engaging school that focuses on providing an enabling environment which respects, recognises and tunes into each unique child; central to our mission of ensuring each child can be ‘the best they can be, with the gifts that they have’.”

Children can board at Queen Ethelburga’s from Year 3.

THE DETAILS

To find out more, or to book a tour to see why Chapter House is the school where your child will thrive, visit qe.org

‘WHY DO BABYGROWS HAVE ALL THESE POPPERS?’

at the neck ensures the zip puller doesn’t catch on any little chins.

Sleeves have turn back cuffs so you don’t need separate (often lost or odd) mittens. There is a wide variety of prints and colour combinations including unisex colours such as aqua and pale grey along with traditional whites, pinks, blues and rainbows.

I am very excited to have also launched the new ZIPPYUP sleeping bag with legs and detachable arms. Select from 1 Tog and 2.5 Tog thickness, designed to be worn as a baggy fit so it can also be layered with a ZIPPYUP babygrow underneath for extra warmth. The sleeves simply zip on or off depending on your babies needs. Sizes are from 6-12 months up to 24-36 months.

This is a question most parents probably ask as they are dressing their newborn in the middle of the night.

As a Mummy of two very wriggly little boys I have first hand experience of the struggle to dress them, it’s like wrestling a lion cub trying to get them dressed after bath time. ZIPPYUP’s will make nappy and outfit changes so much quicker and easier.

With this in mind I got to work on making ZIPPYUP a brand that gives you not only useful but stylish babygrows.

Before promoting myself to the position of Mummy I had a background in textile design and fashion, a passion I didn’t want to be lost in the midsts of motherhood. I have taken the many years of experience and put it to good use by designing a babygrow that works well for both the wearer and the dresser.

ZIPPYUP products aren’t just well designed, they are beautiful quality. The collection has now expanded with an organic cotton range in a variety of colours, Winter fleece onesies are great for after swimming or just to keep cosy on strolls in the buggy…and now sleeping bags with legs. I personally source and work with the factories making ZIPPYUPs to get the best possible materials.

All ZIPPYUPs have concealed zips so they do not have contact with your baby’s skin and the tab

New to the ZIPPYUP family this month is a subscription service, you can have a range of babygrows delivered straight to your door every month! Choose how many and what size you want in either girl, boy or neutral colours and we do the rest!

At ZIPPYUP we are always developing new designs, prints and colour combinations, I look forward to sharing these with you.

zippyup.com

BEAUTIFUL BABYGROW

(Spring Garden Bunny

Printed Zipped Babygrow)

“I couldn’t be happier with this beautiful babygrow. Night feeds in particular are so much easier now I can just zip up and I don’t have to fiddle with poppers”

–Simone M

LUXlife Winner of the 2018 Parent & Baby Awards.

Focus on… VITAMIN D

“Vitamin D is essential for healthy teeth and bones and helps regulate calcium levels in the body. The consequences of Vitamin D deficiency are cardiomyopathy (a condition which affects the heart muscle), osteomalacia in adults which may present as bone pain, poor growth and rickets in children, and seizures in infants. There is some evidence to suggest that Vitamin D may protect against heart disease, cancer and diabetes but this is currently inconclusive.”

Are you at risk of Vitamin D deficiency?

• Pregnant and breast feeding women

• Infants and adolescents

• Those with reduced sun exposure - countries in the northern latitude including the UK winter season

• Those with darker skin as they need more sunshine to make Vitamin D.

• If you wear clothing that covers most of your skin.

• People with limited diets including vegetarians and vegans

“Sunshine is the main source of Vitamin D, as our body creates Vitamin D from direct sunlight on our skin. It is important to follow safe sun exposure and not allow your skin to redden or burn and use sun protection if you plan to be out longer in the sun. It has been recommended to have between five and 30 minutes of sun exposure to your unprotected face, arms, legs or back between the hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. two to three times every week to produce enough Vitamin D for your body. Your body can’t make Vitamin D if you are indoors by a sunny window as UVB light can’t get through the glass, so it’s important to be outdoors.

In the UK winter months, sunlight doesn’t contain enough UVB to make adequate Vitamin D, so we rely on food source or supplements like oily fish, eggs, fortified yoghurts, cereals and infant formula milk.

Those considered to be at risk can take Vitamin D supplements. A daily dose of 400 international units or 10 mcg is considered to be safe for most age groups. It is recommended that pregnant and breastfeeding women take 400 units daily.

If there are medical concerns, further testing can be performed by a simple blood test. Those that are deficient can be prescribed higher treatment doses of Vitamin D, although medical advice must be followed as too much Vitamin D can cause toxicity. Enjoying the sun safely, while taking care not to burn, can help to provide the benefits of Vitamin D, without unduly increasing risks of skin cancer. Your GP can provide you with further personalised guidance should you have concerns.”

THE DETAILS

The

Dr Angela Rai from The London General Practice, discusses the benefits and importance of vitamin D.

“In the UK winter months, sunlight doesn’t contain enough UVB to make adequate Vitamin D – Your GP can provide you with further personalised guidance should you have concerns”

DR ANGELA RAI, GP MBBS, BSc, MRCGP, DCH, DRCOG, Dip Cardiology Medicines Management Lead

THE FERTILITY CENTRE

There are a number of reasons why you may wish to preserve your fertility:

• For social reasons

• Preparing to transition

• Ahead of treatment for cancer such as chemoor radiotherapy

• If you have been diagnosed with gynaecological conditions, such as endometriosis or ovarian cysts

THE DETAILS

Formerly the Assisted Conception Unit, The Fertility Centre is a longstanding centre of excellence for fertility treatment and care at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital. In 2021 they enlarged the Centre with a new satellite service at West Middlesex University Hospital, extending patient care and convenient access across West London.

The Centre provides a broad and comprehensive range of fertility services to their patients –including IVF, ICSI and IUI – but their areas of particular expertise, include the management of women and couples over the age of 40, premature ovarian ageing or low ovarian reserve, and male or sperm-related infertility issues.

Notwithstanding their expertise in these complex fields, The Fertility Centre continues to perform very well in its success rates. They hold one of the highest clinical pregnancy rates amongst NHS hospitals in the UK (please visit hfea.gov.uk for further information) and welcome NHS-funded patients and those seeking to selffund their care and treatment.

As well as treatment for those trying to conceive now, The Fertility Centre offer services for those who are considering their ability to conceive in the future. Fertility preservation through egg or embryo freezing is becoming increasingly popular and they can provide these services through their dedicated Fertility Preservation programme.

If you are thinking about your fertility health for future years, they also provide a range of fertility assessments - with packages for individuals as well as couples. Alongside tests and assessments, expert clinicians can explain your results and advise you accordingly.

In addition to their clinical expertise and range of treatment options, The Fertility Centre understands the inevitable stress and anxiety of fertility treatment. They are committed to supporting you every step of the way throughout your treatment. This includes sessions with their British Infertility Counselling Association and UK Council for Psychotherapy accredited counsellors.

The Fertility Centre team is always happy to support you and answer any questions. If you want to learn more or are ready to start your fertility journey, please contact them on 020 3315 8585 or email chelwest.acu@nhs.net. chelwestprivatecare.co.uk/ fertility-centre

The Kensington Wing

The Kensington Wing is the dedicated private maternity unit at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, providing women and birthing people with around-the-clock clinical care, comfortable en-suite private rooms and hospitality services.

Located in the heart of Chelsea and Westminster Hospital – part of one of the UK’s top rated hospital Trusts – your baby’s and your safety and wellbeing are reassuringly supported at all times. The Kensington Wing is immediately located next to the hospital’s outstanding and newly expanded Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and a consultant anaesthetist remains on site at all times 24/7, dedicated to the needs of our patients.

To ensure the safety of women, birthing people and birth partners, The Kensington Wing has important infection control procedures for staff and visitors to adhere to but remain welcoming to your chosen birth partner for all stages of your pregnancy, birth and postnatal stay. Your individual room and en-suite facilities are a haven, and the catering and hospitality team ensures your stay is relaxing as well as safe. On the Kensington Wing the consultant obstetricians, midwives, nurses and maternity support workers provide care as a team and are delighted to offer both consultant-led and midwife-led maternity packages.

THE DETAILS

If you would like to talk to one of the team, call 020 3315 8616, email chelwest.kensington@nhs.net or visit thekensingtonwing.co.uk

The Kensington Wing’s highly experienced team of midwives welcome enquiries and the opportunity to discuss midwife-led care in more detail. These ‘meet the midwife’ sessions are always a relaxed and special time to talk and discover more without any obligation. For those women and birthing people who are appropriate for midwife-led care, the team provide full support throughout your pregnancy and the midwifery team are available 24 hours seven days a week for advice or concerns throughout your pregnancy, birth and postnatal stay.

The consultant-led care package allows you the choice of one of their experienced consultant obstetricians to personally guide you through your pregnancy and birth. Your consultant provides continuity and individualised expertise throughout your journey. They build a relationship with you and your partner through the antenatal period to give you confidence to birth safely with them in line with your birth preferences. They continue to support you through the postnatal period, including your 6 week postnatal check. All consultants are available to meet you and your birth partner without any obligation.

The Kensington Wing enquiry team are always happy to support with these arrangements and answer any questions.