Yummy Mummy Magazine September 2023

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BABIES & KIDS

HAPPY BUNNIES

The cream Bunny Gift Set is the perfect gift for a newborn baby. It’s full of goodies for the smallest baby to snuggle, hug and play with. zanypig.co.uk

CALL OF THE WILD

SWEET DREAMS

What can we say about the Mathy By Bols Treehouse Bunk Bed with Slide. Who hasn’t dreamt of sleeping in their own treehouse bed once in their life. This stunning bunk bed will transform your kids room into a truly magical place and with that slide they’ll actually love getting out of bed and shooting down to start their own adventure. Just imagine their faces when they see this truly magical treehouse bed in full glory in their own bedroom!....we absolutely love it! littlesnoozes.co.uk

AUTUMN INCOMING

This brand speaks to that inner child within us all, conjuring childhood memories building dens with muddy knees, and playing make-believe with our siblings and friends. Colourful nostalgic knits made with great quality materials. thefarawaygang.com

HOMEWORK BUDDY

Silly Succulent Cactus is a dizzy desk plant with chunky green cordy fur and a snazzy coral tassel flower. With a mottled pot in soft grey felt, cocoa soil, little cordy legs and a great big smile, this cuddly cactus is the perfect workmate! afternoah.com

Sound the trumpets - here comes Cuthbert! Made for pure ride-on fun from his trunk to his rattling tail, Cuthbert is guaranteed to create hours of giggles and enjoyment. littlebirdtoldme.com

WE LOVE

This stunning Vilac ‘vintage’ white car. £120. vam.ac.uk/shop

SUPERPOWER YOUR HAIR

Are you tired of seeing clumps of hair in your brush or shower drain? Hair loss can be frustrating and even downright scary, but there are natural ways to help combat it. Our Collagen supplements with hyaluronic acid, beetroot and pomegranate are three powerful ingredients that can help stop hair loss and promote healthy hair growth.

Collagen is a protein that is naturally found in our bodies, including our skin, nails, and hair. As we age, our bodies produce less collagen, which can lead to thinning hair and brittle nails. Supplementing with collagen can help improve the strength and thickness of your hair by

providing the building blocks it needs to grow. Collagen supplements can also help improve the health and elasticity of your skin, giving you a more youthful appearance overall.

Hyaluronic acid is another powerful ingredient that can help prevent hair loss. This molecule is naturally found in our bodies and helps keep our skin and hair hydrated. When applied topically, hyaluronic acid can help strengthen hair follicles and prevent them from becoming brittle and breaking. Hyaluronic acid can also help improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, making it a great addition to any skincare routine.

Beetroot and pomegranate are two superfoods that are packed with antioxidants and nutrients that can help promote healthy hair growth. Beetroot is high in iron, which is essential for

healthy hair growth, and can also help improve circulation to the scalp, providing the nutrients your hair needs to thrive. Pomegranate is rich in vitamins C and E, which can help improve the health and strength of your hair. These two ingredients work together to provide a powerful one-two punch against hair loss.

So, if you’re looking for a natural way to stop hair loss and promote healthy hair growth, look no further than our superfood collagen range of supplements, hyaluronic acid, and beetroot and pomegranate. They are also packed with vitamin D and C With regular use, you’ll start to notice stronger, healthier hair that’s less prone to breakage and thinning. Try incorporating these ingredients into your daily routine and watch your hair transform before your eyes!

Introducing for Autumn: The Grow Your Own British Tree Kit

Atree takes a long time to grow up, but every year it will get taller and stronger - just like you.

Our brand new Grow Your Own British Tree Kit encourages children to form a lifelong connection with nature and contains everything they need to collect, identify and plant native tree seeds. Once they’ve planted their tree, they can watch it grow up alongside them in their own garden. A wonderful way of learning about our stunning native woodlands and the perfect gift to mark any milestone.

Components:

• Field Maple and Alder Tree Seed Pellets for sowing

• Wooden Plant Markers so that you know what you’ve planted and where.

• 9 beautiful British Tree Identification Cards in a Cotton Drawstring Bag – hand painted by our founding director Jo

• Helpful ‘How To’ Guide and Instructions.

• Peat Free Compost Disc.

• 13cm Sustainable Bamboo and Rice Plant Pot.

• Reusable Drawstring Jute Sack, to keep it all together!

Planting and then watching a tree grow alongside you, seeing it get stronger - like you, taller - like you, flourish - like you, is a wonderful experience. The reward of planting a tree seed is not instant, it takes time & requires patience. But the true reward, as with any new life, is witnessing a miracle. The inspiration for this kit came from my son’s tree. He planted an apple pip with his grandparents when he was a little boy. When it was strong enough, together they moved it to it’s final growing position outside of his bedroom window. Time has flown - he is approaching 30 years old and the tree is now taller than him. His tree bears fruit every year and is an anchoring reminder of his childhood and his magical relationship with his grandparents.

- Co Founder Jo Jones thedenkitco.com

Revolutionizing Playtime: Eco-Friendly Fun Meets Durability and Style

Corkademy, a visionary company dedicated to sustainability, is proud to announce the launch of their sustainable cork playmat collection for families in the UK and worldwide. Since its establishment in April 2022 as the first and only UK supplier of cork rugs, Corkademy has been committed to providing eco-conscious parents with a game-changing solution that combines durability, style, and environmental responsibility.

SUSTAINABLE AND VERSATILE

Corkademy’s cork playmats are thoughtfully crafted to meet the needs of modern families. Made from premium-quality cork sourced from renewable forests, our playmats offer a soft and supportive surface that is hypoallergenic, water-resistant, and easy to clean. The natural texture of cork provides a secure grip, ensuring safety during playtime while fostering active exploration. With their neutral design, our playmats seamlessly blend into any home decor. They are versatile and can be used outdoors, for playtime, or even for practicing yoga together with the little one.

Available in three sizes, medium, large, and XL, Corkademy mats will cater to play areas big and small. Priced from £99 to £159, our playmats offer excellent value, considering their exceptional quality and 100% natural composition.

OUR STORY: FROM PASSION TO PURPOSE

The story of Corkademy began with a simple desire to create a better world for our children. The founder, a single mother, armed with a brilliant idea, a trusty coffee mug, amidst a delightful chaos of everyday parenting adventures, embarked on a mission to find safe and sustainable play solutions that aligned with her eco-conscious values. With equal parts determination and a knack for surviving toddler tantrums, Corkademy was born. The company’s dedication to sustainability and innovation shines through in every aspect of its products as they strive to foster a greener future, one playmat at a time.

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“The story of Corkademy began with a simple desire to create a better world for our children”

A baby gift to last a lifetime

Do new parents need another bunch of flowers that will die before the holiday season? Or perhaps something that serves just a practical purpose and will not be needed in a few months’ time? Instead give a gift that will remind them all about their precious first year with their gorgeous new baby. This year, give them a gift that they’ll use to capture the most special moments - and love to read back – not only during the first year but longer into the future! The gift that truly lasts a lifetime – a Cheeky Little Smiles baby journal.

After having her daughter in lockdown, Gemma wanted somewhere to record their unique first year together, where she could capture their most precious memories in her own words. So many journals on the market were full of prompts; most of which they were missing out on, so she made her own.

They are perfect for parents who want to record their baby’s special first year and all the memories that other journals don’t always allow for. Instead of a baby journal with prompts and detail inside which may not be relevant, they will get a separate booklet of prompts. This will help parents remember all their special moments if busy paernthood or sleepless nights mean they miss a few pages. They are made with same sex parents and families of all backgrounds in mind.

MY BABY JOURNAL

• A beautiful book with a luxurious woven cloth cover and a gold foil embossed title.

• 100 high quality pages in neutral colours.

• Packaged in a luxury keepsake box with magnetic and ribbon closure and wrapped in beautiful, branded tissue.

• Includes a separate little booklet of prompts to help you remember your most precious moments.

• Available in a choice of colours; ivory or grey.

• Won 2 Project Baby Awards; Best Baby Shower Gift and Best Book for Mum

• Prices start from £35

Cheeky Little Smiles came about when realising the smallest people bring us the greatest joy even in the darkest of times so Gemma wanted to celebrate that in her product and brand name. Gemma can be found at cheekylittlesmiles.com

THE BABY SHOW

20th – 22nd October 2023, Olympia London

The Baby Show with Lidl GB is backthe UK’s most popular pregnancy and parenting event will be giving new and expectant parents the opportunity to shop for everything they could ever need for their new arrival.

A one-stop shop for products, services and advice, The Baby Show is the nation’s largest shopping destination for all things baby, with over 350 brands. Visitors can compare, try, and buy products and enjoy exclusive deals from hundreds of brands.

From independent boutique companies and online stores to the biggest baby brands in the industry, including iCandy, Cybex, Silver Cross, Baby Björn, Joie, Tommee Tippee, Leclerc, Mamas & Papas, MAM, Nuna, Micralite, Stokke®, Nanit, Seraphine, Pregnacare, Obaby and My 1st Years. And for another year, The Baby Show will have the New Kids on the Block section, dedicated to new and emerging brands in the nursery industry

meaning that visitors can shop for unique, not on-the-high street brands and designs, and support up-and-coming startups at the same time. Meaning you can get everything you need under one roof.

The Live Talks Stage will be jam-packed with parenting experts and celebrities sharing their mum or dad journeys. These include Daisy First Aid’s Jenni Dunman, sleep expert, Heidi Skudder, weaning guru, Charlotte Stirling-Reed, breastfeeding mentor, Danielle Facey, midwife, Cathy Tabner, parenting consultant Rachel FitzD and Midwife Zoe – to name a few.

With family-friendly facilities, including The Baby Feeding Café with Joie and the Lidl Lupilu Baby Changing Area.

My Expert Midwife has also teamed up with the event to offer a new antenatal ticket package. They will be running taster antenatal classes throughout the day for visitors wanting some more tailored advice as they embark on their parenting journey. With exclusive show-only offers and the very best prices, parents can make huge savings on all their baby essentials, plus save time by getting all their shopping done in one swoop. For more information visit thebabyshow.co.uk

“For another year, The Baby Show will have the New Kids on the Block section, dedicated to new and emerging brands in the nursery industry meaning that visitors can shop for unique, not on-the-high street brands and designs, and support up-andcoming startups at the same time”

LUXlife Winner of the 2018 Parent & Baby Awards.

Open Morning Saturday 30th September 2023

COMFORT AND WELLBEING FOR YOUR CHILD’S SLEEP

As a parent, you want the best for your little one and getting as much restful sleep as possible is crucial for their health and wellbeing. So, what could be better than bedding that is cosy, comforting, natural and chemical free?

Devon Duvets, the award-winning, family run British company that individually handcrafts beautiful wool duvets at their own workshops on the edge of Dartmoor, has designed and created their Little Lana range, specifically with children in mind. Using fully traceable 100% British wool, encased in a gorgeous high quality cotton casing, their duvets and pillows are luxurious and naturally resistant to dust mites and micro bacteria, making them hypoallergenic and hygienic. That makes them ideal if your little lamb has trouble sleeping due to allergies or asthma.

Wool is a wonderful natural fibre that is breathable and temperature regulating, and, as with all Devon Duvets soft bedding, the wool used in the Little Lana range is gathered from selected farmers in Devon and the Southwest, who have the highest standards of animal welfare. The wool is sheared in the traditional way from live sheep, who regrow their fleeces in time for the winter.

Once gathered, the wool is washed and then needled to create soft, fluffy layers of wool. All of this is done in British mills who work to Devon Duvets’ strict specifications and so no chemicals are used to clean and prepare the wool.

The Little Lana range includes Cot, Larger Cot/ Junior and Single bed size British wool duvets, and two types of British wool pillows. These include the Junior wool pillow (filled with hand fluffed loose wool and with a zip in the casing to allow for the removal of wool to adjust the pillow if required), and the innovative 2-Fold pillow.

For further information, call 01752 345399 or email on info@devonduvets.com

*Devon Duvets does not recommend duvets for children under the age of 1 year, or pillows for children less than 2 years old. Please be sure to monitor your child when sleeping to ensure they don’t overheat.

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.

INFERTILITY EXPLAINED

Dr Catrin Bevan, The London General Practice

This is when a couple cannot get pregnant (conceive) despite having regular unprotected sex. Most couples take their fertility for granted ...until they cannot get pregnant. Around 1 in 7 couples may have difficulty conceiving.

Causes of infertility:

Female infertility 30%, male infertility 30%, mixed male female infertility 20%, unexplained infertility 20%.

Why do infertility problems occur?

1. Timing of intercourse. Probability of conception is maximum in the three days up to and including the day of ovulation.

2. Ovulation.

3. Egg quality.

4. Tubal disease.

5. Sperm quantity and quality.

6. Uterine pathology.

7. Hormonal reasons.

In women, infertility declines steeply after the age of 35 to 37 and spontaneous abortions (miscarriages) increase steeply at the same time. Women’s ovarian reserve, that is the number of eggs (follicle number) declines very gradually from birth then rapidly from age 35 until the menopause.

When to seek help?

1. Irregular or infrequent periods. These can also be short cycles or unpredictable irregular cycles.

2. Miscarriage.

The rate of miscarriages is 15-20% if under 35, 50% if 40 years old and 80% if over 42 years old.

3. If previous medical treatment, for example chemotherapy has been received, a woman should seek help earlier.

4. If there is a family history of early menopause.

5. Previous gynae or abdominal surgery.

IVF is an option. However, it has its limitations.

Live birth rate per IVF cycle is approximately:

• 30% for 35 - 37 year olds

• less than 20% for 38 - 40 year olds

• and approximately 6% for 41 to 42-year-old females.

Summary

Fertility problems are multifactorial. Female age is very important. Prompt investigations should be initiated, and help should be sought sooner than later especially if the woman is over 35.

At the London General Practice, we offer preconception counselling gynaecological investigations as well as hormonal testing and referral for specialist investigations for infertility.

Colic - What is it? And how you can help your baby.

TOP TIPS FOR PREVENTING & RELIEVING COLIC:

• If you’re bottle-feeding opt for vacuum-free, fully-vented bottles. These will prevent your baby from gulping in air when drinking milk . This is a major cause of colic.

• Regardless of whether you breast or bottle-feed, keep your baby in an upright position during feeding to prevent trapped wind.

• Burp your baby well after feeding. After the first burp, give it another 5-10 minutes of winding. You may be surprised to find there’s still more there.

WHAT’S SPECIAL ABOUT DR. BROWN’S?

If your baby is crying a lot, with no apparent cause, there is a chance they may have colic. For any parent, having a colicky baby can be overwhelming.

What is colic?

Colic is pain and discomfort in a baby’s tummy. It’s a common condition in young babies, usually starting at about two to three weeks and invariably disappearing at about four months old: Athough it can last up to about six months for some babies. Some studies show that it can affect up to 20 to 40% of breastfed and bottlefed babies.

What causes colic?

It’s unclear what causes it but it’s generally thought to be the result of an immature digestive system, a temporary lactose intolerance, or feeding problems including swallowing air or trapped wind.

What are the symptoms?

Colic is identified by long bouts of crying over a period of days, which usually start in the late afternoon and sometimes stretching in to the evening and beyond. Baby will normally have a very high-pitched cry and will arch their back, drawing knees up to the tummy in discomfort and pain. Cries can then subside, lulling you in

to believing the pain has gone away, only for the crying to start up again.

How can I prevent colic?

Whilst it can be very difficult to prevent entirely, there are certain steps you can take to lessen the likelihood of your baby developing colicky episodes, or reducing their frequency if they do occur.

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@drBrownsUK

References: **Research carried out by Mustard Research Ltd amongst a sample of 200 UK Healthcare Professionals during May 2017

Dr. Brown’s is a long-established, tried and tested bottle brand. The specially designed Options+ Anti-Colic Bottles can help prevent colic - and we all know prevention is better than cure! These bottles are clinically proven to reduce windy colic due to the unique 100% vacuum- free vent system. This system reduces the amount of air swallowed during feeds by cleverly channelling air away from baby’s feed, lessening gas bubbles in the stomach, and slowing down food intake. Originally devised by a doctor in the USA, 92% of UK Health

Professionals recommend Dr Brown’s Options+ bottles for the relief of colicky symptoms**. Now available in four different Flora and Fauna designs. With eye-catching paw prints, flowers, sea life, leaves and trees, these designer edition bottles have the same great shape as the rest of the Dr. Brown’s wide-neck bottle range, but with slightly sleeker vessel walls that allow the beautiful printing of the designs to extend around the sides.

Access doctors when you need them most

Designed for life’s slips, trips and falls, as well as those unexpected minor illnesses, the clinic is ready to give you the care you need, no appointment necessary. Open seven a days a week, and trusted by the St John’s Wood community for over ten years, the clinic offers almost instant access to doctors when you need them most.

Urgent Care for all the family

St John & St Elizabeth Hospital’s Urgent Care Clinic ensures easy access to experts and efficient healthcare without the wait.

A family-friendly service

The clinic has a designated children’s waiting area and treatment rooms, and is for all the family, including children aged one and up.

A wide range of treatments

The clinic can treat minor injuries and illnesses; including sprains, strains and fractures; cuts, burns and grazes; eye and ear infections; stomach bugs, and colds. If you’re not sure whether you should come in, give the friendly team a call and they can help.

If needed, instant referrals can be arranged for tests and scans, physiotherapy, and specialist consultations – all under one roof in John & Lizzie’s comfortable private hospital, so you can access results and treatment without the wait.

Visit the Urgent Care Clinic

The clinic is part of St John & St Elizabeth Hospital, which is a short walk from St John’s Wood station. Initial consultations with a doctor cost £120. If you need any scans, tests, or further treatment, these will be charged extra.

GET IN TOUCH

St John & St Elizabeth Hospital 60 Grove End Road NW8 9NH

Call the team: 0207 432 8300

Find out more: hje.org.uk/ucc

Opening times Monday to Friday 8am - 8pm (last appointment 7pm)

Weekends 8am - 6pm (last appointment 5pm)