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think Paul suspected that I was getting broody when I started dressing up our pet rabbit, Mimi, in different outfits and carrying her around everywhere! I took the pregnancy test as soon as it was possible to get a result, so the line was very faint. I think Paul had his doubts that it was even real, but we were both ecstatic. Tiredness was the only pregnancy side effect that I experienced – I shouldn't complain, but the lack of any other symptoms actually made me anxious that I wasn't making enough hormones and that something must be wrong with the baby. I found the regular check ups at the hospital reassuring, and I kept working until ten days before my due date, which distracted me from any anxieties I would otherwise have had about the baby being alright. I didn't really read anything about
pregnancy and birth, as my biology degree meant that I already knew quite a lot, and I thought I would just get anxious if I kept mulling over every possible scenario. Paul and I attended a weekend course in hypnobirthing, and really bought into the whole programme. Friends and family were
“Friends and family were a bit sceptical, and I think somewhat put off by the name – thinking I’d gone all hippy and alternative.” a bit sceptical, and I think somewhat put off by the name – thinking I'd gone all hippy and alternative. But I'm a biology teacher and I wouldn't believe in anything not based on hard science – hypnobirthing works on the
premise that the birth hormone oxytocin is released when you are relaxed, and slows down in the presence of adrenaline when you are anxious, so the calmer you are, the more smoothly and quickly the birth happens. I think the term hypnobirthing is a bit of a misnomer – I never entered a hypnotic state, I just practised relaxation and breathing techniques and repeated positive affirmations. My due date was the 29th December, but as soon as I finished work on the 19th I felt ready to meet our baby. On Christmas Eve morning I woke up at 6am, and I just knew that things were going to happen soon. By late evening I was feeling restless, so we drove our old London taxi down to Covent Garden and walked to Trafalgar Square, looking at all the Christmas lights in the deserted streets. It was a really lovely quiet time together before our baby arrived. By Christmas morning I had mild
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cramping pains. I was glad that we’d decided to have a quiet Christmas alone at home, though we still had turkey with all the trimmings. The cooking took my mind off things. Just after we finished our Christmas pudding I had my show, and the contractions started to get stronger. At around midnight Paul phoned UCLH, and they told us to come in and get checked out. After a quick examination I was told that I was 3cm dilated, and that I could go home as things could still take a long time to develop. By 9am on Boxing Day the contractions were pretty intense, and I wanted to go back to the hospital. Our black cab turned out to be the perfect mode of transport, as I knelt on the floor, holding onto the handles, while Paul drove. I did get some funny looks from the queue of people outside Madame Tussauds when we were stopped at the traffic lights! At UCLH I was told that I was 4cm dilated, before being admitted to the birthing centre. I feel so lucky that I enjoyed the birth experience. My midwife, Frida, was amazing – she told me that I had already done the hardest part in getting
ovic Mary Hecim Tess Rasema ise Grout l Hecimovic and Elo Daughter of Arne April 2013 Born on the 19th of 6oz ital, weighing 8lb at St Thomas’ Hosp
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to 4cm. I'm not sure that was entirely true, but it made me feel more relaxed and confident at the time. She left the room saying she'd check on me in four hours. Four hours! I wasn't having that, so I furiously bounced on the birthing ball and walked around, and an hour later I buzzed for her to come and examine me. I was now 7cm and ready to get into the pool, which was blissful. I didn't need any other pain relief – the warm water was so soothing, and I found the contractions very manageable. Cordelia was born at 2.48pm, after four hours in the birthing centre. I am so grateful to all the staff at the EGA maternity wing at UCLH, for making me feel that I was in such safe hands throughout my pregnancy and birth.
Paul was an amazing birthing partner. For the past five months he'd helped me to relax with the hypnobirthing techniques, and on the day he said all the right things and was so supportive. We stayed in the hospital overnight, and took it in turns to sleep and watch over little Cordelia in her plastic cot between our beds. The midwives looking after us were really lovely, and helped to establish feeding without stress. Cordelia has always been a very contented baby, which I'm sure is partly due to her calm entry into the world. We now follow a loose routine that has made her sleep patterns predictable, which is a real blessing. I am having the absolute best time of my life and I love being a mum – it sounds clichéd, but I feel complete now.
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rnie and I both love children, and we were thrilled when we found out that I was pregnant. Arnie has always been good with other people’s children, so I knew he’d be a great, properly hands-on, dad. I was super lucky, and had a good pregnancy. I loved my bump! I kept quite active – walking and cycling to work – which I think helped with the pregnancy and labour. I did have some hip pain, but I saw a physio at St Thomas’ for a few sessions, which helped. I also had great midwife support at my local surgery – I felt really supported, and therefore relaxed. I’m self employed, so I had to work fairly hard beforehand in order to be able to take maternity leave. I hadn’t packed a hospital bag until the day before! Friends and family were incredibly generous and gave us such a lot of things, so we felt quite prepared. We also went to NCT classes, and my closest friends had babies, so I was able to ask lots of questions.
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“My favourite thing was washing all the tiny white baby gros and hanging them on the line in the garden – it made it seem so real, and the clothes looked so small and cute.” My favourite thing was washing all the tiny white baby gros and hanging them on the line in the garden – it made it seem so real, and the clothes looked so small and cute. I went into labour on my due date. My waters broke at about 7pm and my midwife came and checked me. Then I got up and finished icing Arnie’s 40th birthday cake. It was his birthday the next day, so Tess actually arrived on her daddy's 40th birthday. We ate pizza and had glass of wine, while we waited for the contractions to start. When they came I didn't think that they were actual contractions because there weren’t any intervals in between. I thought that the real contractions were still to come, and I was worried about how I would cope, as it was already hugely painful! I only had paracetamol until about midnight, when the pain became severe. I took some stronger painkillers, and was promptly sick. I then became shivery and feverish, which
I now know is a sign that things will begin imminently, but at that point I was still convinced I was waiting for the contractions to start! I spoke to the midwife again and she told us to go to the hospital. We signed in at 1am and Tess was born 25 minutes later. Midwives from the local team usually deliver the babies, but they didn't make it in time – they got there to deliver the placenta. It was all so quick. I was shocked when the nurse said that I was fully dilated and I should push. The moment that Tess arrived was a bit of a blur. Before I knew it I was on the ward, and Arnie had been sent home. I felt a bit bewildered at that point, as I wasn't sure what to do, but the nurses in the ward explained that I should keep breastfeeding. I was very happy when Arnie came back in the morning. We were lucky that Tess fed well and was healthy, so all we had to do was wait for the midwives and nurses to sign Tess off. We were home less than twelve hours after we had ar-
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rived. There was a bunch of daffodils on the doorstep from a neighbour, which I was touched by. We spent a magical first day on our own, feeding and gazing at our beautiful baby. I was still shocked that she was already here. My parents came the next day, and I couldn't have been more proud to show off my baby girl. My family have been great, we've been to stay with them lots and we all get spoiled – heaven! Arnie's family live in Bosnia, but they’ve been over and we've taken Tess there to introduce her to everyone. The early days are tough, and they can be overwhelming, but Tess is our best buddy now – we adore spending time with her and she’s become so much fun. We look forward to watching her grow.
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ob and I met at a party in Clapham. Love at first sight, it was not! Rob was wearing a tiger onesie and bowling shoes – and, I might note, he was the only person in fancy dress. I made the sensible decision to avoid this strange man at all costs. But when the party moved to London’s finest evening establishment, Infernos, the tiger onesie didn’t look so out of place. Rob seized his moment, and, would you believe it, the big cat had charm! Scarlett was a surprise, but the most magnificent one we’ve ever received. We were totally elated at the prospect of becoming parents. At first, though, I had this ridiculous anxiety about the fact that I wasn’t married. My mum told me how silly it was, and that as soon as I was holding my baby in my arms I would realise that it didn’t matter one jot. Overall, the pregnancy was a wonderful period where I could eat what I
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wanted, people on the tube really did seem concerned and gave up their seats, and everything seemed exciting and harmonious. I’m a born worrier, though, and the very idea of childbirth made me anxious. At my ten week meeting with my midwife I voiced my concern about dying in labour – extreme, I know! I decided to do everything I could to take control. I did hypnobirthing, a pregnancy yoga course, NCT, and read
a lot about birth. We had a fantastic NCT leader, who stressed that the ‘best birth’ was simply the birth that was best for me on the day. She helped me to understand that I shouldn’t plan for what I definitely did and didn’t want during labour, I should simply go with the flow and cross each bridge when I came to it. This definitely made me feel empowered when I didn’t get the serene hypnobirth that I’d imagined. At a check up on my due date, I voiced a concern that I hadn’t felt the baby move as much. The midwife advised me to go the hospital for a scan, to be on the safe side. As I walked into the hospital reception, I felt what I thought were my waters breaking. Fortunately the baby was absolutely fine, but the midwife confirmed that there was water, and said that I would now need to stay in hospital. I’d learnt so much about how to cope with labour at home that this change of plan threw me. Rob and I made the decision to go home anyway, to relax,
listen to our birthing CD, and return in the morning. That was what we did, until around midnight, when I went to the toilet and spotted blood. I was panic-stricken, which caused a very sudden and painful contraction, and all of my breathing and relaxation flew out of the window. I regained control, and we headed back to hospital. I was checked over, reassured that the blood was nothing to worry about, and told to go back home. The next morning I woke to sharp period pains and decided to stay on my feet to help the baby ease down. I baked a cake – shocking for those that know me – and polished the furniture. Later, we went into hospital and set up our hypnobirthing haven – bed sheets from our house, enough lavender scents to stock an aromatherapy shop, and relaxing massage music. That was Friday morning. By Saturday evening I was utterly exhausted and needed to see some light at the end of the tunnel. At around 11pm, the midwife suggested that we move to the birthing pool. I got in and thought ‘we must be nearing the end! Wow, I’ve done it all with hypnobirthing! I must tell the world about how fabulous this is when I get out of here!’ That must have jinxed it, because suddenly the pain became quite unbearable. I hobbled out of the pool and was examined by the midwife, who told me that my waters had not actually broken – that it had probably been my hind waters. To top that, I was still only six centimetres dilated. I knew that I simply couldn’t continue without some rest, and was taken for an epidural. The first epidural only made one leg numb, I had a second, and was also given a spinal block. With that, alarms sounded, chords were pulled and a team of people dashed into the room. The baby’s heart rate had dropped and I was swiftly turned onto my left side to help blood flow. An hour later, I was being told to push – a very surreal sensation when you can’t feel a thing. As the doctors were about to try ventouse, they spotted Scarlett’s face – which meant that her neck was at an angle, and it would be impossible to get her out vaginally. I was taken for an emergency caesarean. I felt totally at ease in the hands of the extremely reassuring team. By
“I’m a born worrier, though, and the very idea of childbirth made me anxious. At my ten week meeting with my midwife I voiced my concern about dying in labour – extreme, I know!” 2:54am, my baby was in my arms. Or, at least, in Rob’s arms, and being hovered over my face. Rob was incredible from start to finish. He hypnobirthed like a trooper with me during those first two days in our labour room and when things took a dramatic turn he remained calm and in control, which definitely helped me to do the same. I spent six days in hospital. After longing to go home, when we actually walked through our front door and put Scarlett in the Moses basket we suddenly realised that we didn’t have a clue. I thought ‘I’ll never sleep again without worrying, I’ll never be able to wash my hair again, or eat a sandwich.’ The first few weeks were, of course, challenging. But once Rob went back to work and I was established with weekly baby classes and meeting new mums, everything seemed to slot into place. We still have disastrous nights here and there, and I sit in my PJs the next day and think ‘I’m not very good at this’. But then Scarlett will laugh or gurgle, and all is right in the world. Life has definitely never been the same again – but in an utterly fabulous
way. I have slept (ish), and washed my hair, and eaten a sandwich – but now I also have this little bundle of wonderfulness next to me. Rob proposed in Dubai, on our babymoon. Our wedding is on New Year’s Eve, and we’ll have the most fabulous little flower girl that we could ever have dreamed of. ✿ ✽ Read more of our birthing stories online at babylondon.co.uk
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i r h B t y D a p y! p aH Giving birth is all about choice. Becky Dickinson explores different ways to deliver. W O R D S : B E C K Y D I C K I N S O N | I L LU S T R AT I O N S : E K AT E R I N A T R U K H A N
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s your pregnancy draws to an end, childbirth becomes an increasing, sometimes daunting, reality. Deciding how to give birth is one of the most important decisions you will need to make while your baby is still inside you. To the uninitiated, the options can seem as bewildering as the array of different pushchairs on the market. But just as there is no ‘one travel system fits all,’ neither is there one correct way to give birth. From living room floor to surgeon’s table, aromatherapy to epidural, there are more ways to bring a baby into the world than you can shake a Clear Blue stick at. Here are just a few of the options.
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natural birth It seems somewhat superfluous to refer to a natural process like childbirth as ‘natural.’ Yet, in the case of labour, it means giving birth vaginally without medical intervention. Its advocates believe birth is a normal, healthy part of life, not a medical procedure. During a natural birth the woman can move around and try out different positions, using breathing exercises and relaxation techniques in place of drugs. This can have the advantage of feeling more relaxed and in control. Natural births can be extremely empowering. However,
for some women it can be hugely disappointing if things don’t go to plan. Clare Shepherd from Clapham, London, says, “I’d set my heart on this beautiful drug-free experience, but after 40 hours in labour, I was exhausted and my baby was distressed. I ended up having an epidural and forceps delivery. Afterwards, I couldn’t help feeling I hadn’t done it properly.’’ Although many women aspire to a natural birth, it’s important to realise they are not always possible and intervention is never a mark of failure.
Hypnobirth HypnoBirthing is a birth education programme that teaches simple self hypnosis, relaxation and breathing techniques. HypnoBirthing is based on the belief that pain is not necessary and that a woman’s body is perfectly designed to give birth. HypnoBirthing aims to free women from the fear and tension that often surrounds childbirth and to enable the pelvic muscles to relax. For the best chance of success, it’s necessary to practise
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the techniques well in advance of the due date. Kerry Woodcock from London says, ‘’HypnoBirthing kept me feeling calm and in control throughout labour. The contractions were no problem at all. It gave me a better understanding of the physical and psychological aspects of childbirth. I would advise every mother-tobe and her partner to try HypnoBirthing even if they intend to use drugs.”
Once the preserve of home births and midwife units, water births are becoming increasingly mainstream and many hospitals now have birthing pools. Larger than a normal bath, pools are deep enough for the woman to be immersed - with space for a partner or husband to jump in too if desired! Being in warm water can help a woman’s muscles to relax, which can reduce pain and speed
up labour. Research suggests that being in water can also reduce the risk of tearing to the perineum. According to a Which? survey in 2013, about 30% of women giving birth in England used water or a birth pool for coping with labour pain, and 6% of women gave birth in a pool. Many women feel that giving birth in water provides their baby with a more gentle transition to life outside the womb.
Caesarean section In the UK, around one in four babies are delivered by an abdominal operation. There are two kinds of caesareans: planned (elective) and unplanned (emergency). A planned caesarean is arranged in advance, usually for medical reasons such as the baby being in an awkward position, or the mother having a high risk condition. Unexpected problems can also develop during or before labour which means the baby needs to be born quickly by emergency caesarean.
This is usually done using spinal anaesthesia, but in some cases a general anaesthetic may be necessary. A c-section involves major abdominal surgery and recovery can take several weeks or longer. While caesareans can sometimes be the safest means of birth, some babies may retain fluid in their lungs which would have been squeezed out in the birth canal. It is still possible for a woman who has had a caesarean, to give birth vaginally in the future.
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medicated birth For some women, the thought of giving birth without drugs is akin to having a wisdom tooth extracted with a pair of pliers. Fortunately, pain relieving drugs are available. The most common form of pain relief of is Entonox (gas and air) which is inhaled through a mouthpiece and can take the edge off contractions.
Analgesics such as pethidine and other opiates provide a stronger dose of pain relief. Pethidine is usually given by injection into the buttocks. It can help women relax and cope with the pain of labour. It can also cause drowsiness and some women find it makes them feel nauseous or out of control. If given too close
to delivery, pethidine may make the baby sleepy and slower to feed. Total, or almost total, pain relief can be given in the form of an epidural. Epidurals and spinal blocks are regional anaesthetics administered by an anaesthetist. A small tube is inserted via a needle between the vertebrae in the lower back. Epidurals produce a loss
of sensation, although pressure can still be felt. These medications can make it difficult to push at the end of labour, so there is an increased chance of having an instrumental birth, such as a forceps or ventouse delivery. About 1 in 100 women experience a severe headache following an epidural. More serious complications are rare.
home birth For healthy women with a low risk pregnancy, a home birth can offer a safe, relaxing and comfortable environment in which to give birth. Women who have a home birth are more likely to have continuity of care and get to know the midwife during the pregnancy. Louise Richmond from Woking, Surrey says, “my first daughter was born in hospital and although I couldn’t fault the delivery, the post natal ward was awful. It was hot, noisy, busy and impossible to sleep.’’ Louise decided to have her second baby at home. She says, “We hired a pool and fortunately Ava was born without any complications.
The best thing was being able to get into my own bed afterwards. It was a lovely start and really helped us bond. The midwife even cleared up the mess!’’ If complications arise during a home birth, mother and baby will be transferred to hospital by ambulance. For low risk women having a second or subsequent baby, a home birth is thought to be as safe as a hospital delivery. However, for low risk women having a first baby, a home birth is slightly less safe than a hospital birth. Women who are at increased risk of complications will be advised against a home birth.
Ultimately, there really is no right or wrong way to deliver, just as long as mum and baby are fine. Whichever option you choose, it’s worth remembering that even the best laid plans don’t always go accordingly. Happy birth day! ✿
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I N F U L L B LO O M Welcome to the flower market, where floral prints, vintage chic and summer treats rule the land - for a touch of garden glamour. P H O T O G R A P H Y: Helen Marsden S T Y L I N G : Kelly Herring P R O P S : Suzy Symonds M O D E L S : Alicia, Eva, Olive, William, Crosby, Aiden, Lola, Mya With thanks to Grace and Galor, Bruce and Brown, Premier Tots, Bonnie & Betty and Alphabet Kidz. LO C AT I O N : The Studio, Kingston O P P O S I T E PA G E : Alicia wears costume, £130, Dolce & Gabanna Alex&Alexa. T H I S PA G E : Eva wears Floral Dress, £49, ilovegorgeous. Olive wears Floral Jumpsuit, £20, Boden. William wears T-Shirt, £12.99, and Pinstripe Shorts, £23.99, Mayoral at Eric & Amy.
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Feel like brightening up your hair colour for the sunshine months? Super-colourist Jo Hansford, who has tinted the tresses of countless actresses and models at her Mayfair salon, suggests adding a single, face-framing flash of toffee, cognac, vanilla or ice white or apricot blonde. With Jo’s Eclipse Colour Technique,
regrowth will be less obvious, making it a fantastically effective, low-maintenance look for busy mamas and it’s a look that’s recently been sported on high profile mamas including Sarah Jessica Parker and Salma Hayek. To maintain condition, Jo recommends the weekly use of a conditioning mask throughout summer, such as her popular Expert Colour Care Intensive Masque (£28.50), ‘This will keep your hair looking glossy and vibrant,’ she says. For low maintenance styling, senior stylist Clive recommends regular trims and going for a shape that means you can ‘wash and go’ wherever you are (more information at johansford.com).
BROWNIE POINTS I’ve always rated Clarins selftanning products highly, for their easy-to-apply textures and, above all, natural-looking colour. Their latest innovation, the Radiance-Plus Golden Glow Booster (£18), is very clever and based on a trick that make-up artists have employed for years: you simply mix a few drops of this concentrated formula with your regular moisturiser to create your perfect facial self-tanner, which can be customised. Use it at night, and wake up glowing!
FRESH SUMMER
SCENTS
We’re truly spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing a new scent to see us through the summer months. The new, limited edition fragrance from Marc Jacobs Daisy Delight (£48, 50ml Eau
de Toilette) looks as amazing in the bottle as it smells on the skin. The iconic petal stopper has been given an on-trend, multi-coloured twist - how pretty?! The ‘juice’ itself? Think super-bright, fresh, fruity and floral. Key notes include apple, freesia and iris, while cedarwood and sandalwood add a hint of muskiness. Summer is all about going sheer, and See By Chloé Eau Fraiche (£47, 50ml) is a lighter interpretation of the original
and much-loved See by Chloé fragrance. Incredibly pretty and inspired by Paris, I love this very chic but modern mix of water hycacinth, apple blossom, jasmine and vetiver. Très jolie! Sisley create beautiful fragrances, and the new Eau Tropicale (£63.50, 50ml Eau de Toilette) is no exception: this is a gorgeous, really distinctive scent with fresh, uplifting top notes including citrus, bergamot and passion
fruit, a heart of tuberose, Turkish rose and violet leaves and a soft, sensual base of patchouli, cedar and ambrette seed. Summer-fresh, with an edge - I can’t stop smelling this one! L O C A L FA MBI LY E SNTDYOL EN | 87 21 A B YL I LF O
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2. For a naturally defined look, you would finish the line at the end of your lashes. To create this season’s cat-like ‘flick’, extend the line just past this point, lifting the line up a little at the end and then filling in any gaps with colour. Tidy up any smudges with a cotton wool tip dipped in cleanser (or moisturiser will do).
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3. For extra staying power or to conceal any slip-ups, you can trace over the pencil (if you used it) with shadow in a matching shade, using a thin, angled eye make-up brush such as the KIKO Precision Eye Brush (£10.90).
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1. Take your choice of eyeliner (pencil, liquid eyeliner or gel, such as the new Rimmel London ScandalEyes Waterproof Gel Eyeliner (£6.49), which comes with its own brush. Pencil-wise, I love Clarins’ Waterproof Eyeliner Pencil (£17). Use light, feathery strokes to apply a straight line of colour along the upper lashline, working from the inner corner of the eye outwards. Rest your hand on a table or on the mirror if you feel unsteady!
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TO THE RESCUE The Barefoot SOS skincare range has become one of the most trusted names in ‘green’ beauty. Once you’ve tried these goodies, which are free from paraffin, parabens, SLS and artificial colours and fragrances, it’s easy to see why. My favourites are the Face & Body Rescue Cream (from £5.95), which instantly soothes dry or rough skin and the Repair & Renew Treatment Oil (£28). This intensive formula with Rosa Mosqueta, Argan and Evening Primrose oils leaves skin feeling deeply nourished and glowing. I wear it daily under make-up, and after cleansing at night.
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The neon trend is BIG news for summer and wearing it on your nails is one of the easiest ways to have fun with it! Don’t miss (but then, how could you?!) the new Models Own “Polish For Tans” collection, featuring reach-for-thesunglasses yellow, orange, green and two choices of pink - LOVE them! At £5 each, you could really have fun and mix it up with colourblocked nails - or go for a natural manicure and go bold with one statement nail!
IN THE BUFF As an avid fan of MoroccanOil haircare, the arrival of their body care range literally made me gasp. And it doesn’t disappoint: my ‘hero’ in the line-up is the Body Buff (£35), a marmalade-coloured, oil-enriched all-over scrub. It leaves your skin SO smooth, and soft, but not at all greasy. And the citrus smell is pure summer…
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COME AND PLAY
What a little teepee treasure. Perfect for tiny explorers, this durable cotton canvas play teepee has a plethora of uses. Showcase this little wonder indoors in the bedroom or play room, or pack away into the carry bag for use outside, in the garden, beach - it’s the perfect fit for a festival extravaganza. Enjoy the circus master, bright bunting, and contrast animal printed panels. More fun than you can shake a stick at. Priced £180. ✽ www.notonthehighstreet.com
LE CIRQUE
Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, this travelling French circus wagon will make playtime the most magical experience for little ones. Designed to carry up to four children, the wagon is also fitted with safety belts. Priced £1800. ✽ www.gigibrooks.com
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CIRCUS SHADE
Gorgeous Mimi’lou illustrations on darling paper shade makes this an adorable lampshade for children. Fun and delicate, but above all, adorable. Priced £18. ✽ www.petithome.co.uk
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ANIMAL ANTICS
Swedish inspired, this “Pink Flamingo Zoo” toddler blanket has been truly made with love. Made with satin inside and soft velvet and linen on the outside. Priced £115.50. ✽ www.stureandfolke.com
PARTY POSTER
Pretty on the eye, this whimsical animal poster is reminiscent of the strong, graphic illustration of the 50s and 60s. A celebration of party pleasure, children will chuckle at this comical collection of animal socialites. Priced £18.95. ✽ www.roseandgrey.co.uk
TIP OF THE SEASON By Ursula Wesselingh, at ROOM TO BLOOM www.room-to-bloom.com
The circus can be a cheerful choice if you are looking for a nursery theme. Create a room that’s easy to adapt with these simple guidelines: 1. Go for a neutral white base and choose one or two accent colours to support your theme. Red and yellow are commonly associated with the circus, but use these colours sparingly as they are very stimulating. Green and blue are more calming, or go for black and white with dusty pastels.
PUT ON A PERFORMANCE
Invite the whole circus cohort into a child’s bedroom to inspire reels of imagination. Designed by Miriam Derville of German origin, she set up Mimi’lou in 2005. Renowned for her charming illustrations, we idolise her fantastic selection of wall stickers. Really put on a show with performing lions, bears on tricycles and balancing elephants. Stickers priced individually. ✽ www.mimilou-shop.fr
2. Don’t be too literal – evoke a circus atmosphere with colours, patterns and shapes such as stripes, dots and Victorian typeface. Not everything has to say “circus” or have a tent printed on it.
ONE TRICK PONY
What a hoot these prints are by Louise Tate. Always one to add a dose of humour, we love her ‘One Trick Pony’ pieces, bound to fuel children’s ingenuities. Beautifully painted on watercolour paper, the whole range is bursting with personality. Priced £30 each. ✽ www.louise-tate.com
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3. Keep it flexible by restricting your theme to accessories like cushions, prints and decorative toys. Candy stripe bunting is easy to take down when you’re ready to move on. 4. Keep it simple to avoid theme overload – a nursery should feel restful. Old fashioned circus lights and a cute circus print speak volumes when supported by a strong colour scheme. ✽ For more decorating tips or to book a design consultation, visit www.room-to-bloom.com.
CREATIVE COSINESS
Let the circus really come to town with Joules’ fabulous children’s duvet cover. With a striking blue and white circus print on one side, and contrasting large bold stripes on reverse, it’s a duvet that tells a story. Welcome clowns on unicycles, performing lions and extraordinary elephants, all in a typical circus fashion. Priced from £36. ✽ www.joules.com
GET COMFY
Add the final touches to your circus spectacular with some quirky scatter cushions. Butterscotch & Beesting, on Etsy, “Circus Triangles” cover (priced £34) and Joules’ “Strongman” (priced £32) are the perfect addition to get this show on the road.
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Annabel Karmel's Delicious Dishes
Summer is the perfect opportunity to gather the family for a garden gettogether. But keeping everyone happy can be a culinary challenge. Annabel Karmel shares her delicious failsafe family-pleasers that are guaranteed to satisfy. WORDS: ANNABEL KARMEL
P R AW N A N D AV O C A D O W R A P S
INGREDIENTS • 4 TORTILLA WRAPS • 1 TSP SWEET CHILLI SAUCE • JUICE OF ½ LIME • 2 TBSP MAYONNAISE • 300G/10½OZ COOKED TIGER (OR SMALL) PRAWNS • 1 GEM LET TUCE, SHREDDED
• 1 AVOCADO, PEELED AND SLICED
mayonnaise, then season to taste with a little salt and pepper.
• 1 TBSP CORIANDER, CHOPPED (OPTIONAL)
Heat the wraps for a few seconds in a dry frying pan or the microwave.
METHOD
Pile some prawns and sliced avocado in the centre of each one, then top with some sauce and shredded lettuce.
In a bowl, mix together the sweet chilli sauce, lime juice and
Sprinkle with a little coriander, if using, and roll up.
• SALT AND FRESHLY GROUND BLACK PEPPER
MAKES 4 • PREP 8 MINUTES
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C H I C K E N PA S TA S A L A D INGREDIENTS • 110G PASTA SPIRALS • 55G SMALL BROCCOLI FLORETS • 30G MANGE TOUT CUT INTO MATCHSTICKS • 3 TBSP SUNFLOWER OIL • HALF TSP TOASTED SESAME OIL • 2 TSP RICE WINE VINEGAR • 2 TSP HONEY • 2 TSP SOY SAUCE • 30G PUMPKIN SEEDS • 110G COOKED CHICKEN, THINLY SLICED • SALT AND FRESHLY GROUND BLACK PEPPER
METHOD
Cook the pasta according to the instructions on the packet, adding the broccoli two minutes before the end of the cooking time and the mange tout one minute before the end of the cooking time. Drain and immediately rinse well with cold water, then drain again. For the salad dressing, whisk the oils, vinegar, honey and soy sauce in a large bowl. Add the pasta and vegetables and toss salad to coat, then cover and refrigerate until needed. Just before serving, add the chicken and toss salad again, then sprinkle over the pumpkin seeds. PREP 10 MINUTES COOK 10 MINUTES • SERVES 2
S U LTA N A D R O P S C O N E S
INGREDIENTS
METHOD
• 225G SELF–RAISING FLOUR
Measure the flour, baking powder and caster sugar into a bowl.
• 1 TSP BAKING POWDER • 50G CASTER SUGAR • 1 EGG • 200ML MILK • 100G SULTANAS • A LIT TLE BUT TER AND SUNFLOWER OIL
MAKES ABOUT 15
Add the egg and milk and whisk together until smooth. Add the sultanas and mix. Heat a little butter and oil in a frying pan. Spoon heaped tablespoons of the mixture into the pan and fry for a few minutes each side until puffed up and lightly golden.
Based on her delicious home-cooked recipes, you can now find even more varieties of Annabel Karmel’s chilled toddler meals at Sainsbury’s (RRP £2.75). ✽ Calling all Annabel Karmel fans, we’ve got loads of her favourite recipes online, visit babylondon.co.uk to be inspired.
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On the road in
ASIA
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Fed up with recent long winters spent in Europe, Rowena Carr-Allinson decided to escape to Asia for three months to avoid the chilly weather... with toddler in tow.
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ravelling with a toddler means you can’t just ‘wing it’. The days of improvisation and last-minute calls are long gone. There’s the timing to grapple with, coordinating nap times with flights and transfers, the joys of finding the right milk and experimenting with toddler-friendly food in places where my understanding of the menu was, let’s face it, pretty limited. But, despite the obvious challenges, I wasn’t going to let logic or logistics get in the way of some much yearned for sunshine… Yes, taking a two year old to the other side of the world is tricky, but I knew it would be an experience to remember for Lennox who would turn two in Thailand.
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BANGKOK BABE Our first stop? The chaotic, bubbling city of Bangkok. The Thai capital, home to almost 7 million people, doesn’t seem like the first choice for a family trip but once you’ve survived the overnight flight and mastered the city’s public transport, there’s actually plenty to keep you busy and keep a two year old very happy. You could argue that the city’s transport is entertainment in itself. There was nothing quite like riding the Sky Train (BTS) for our toddler, seeing the city in air-conditioned comfort and meeting friendly locals who always give up their seat for children and wanted to chat. Catching the commuter Chao Express River Express (for a mere 15THB) is another thrilling ride, taking in the long tail boats whizzing by and the intricate temples of Wat Po finishing off with the Royal Palace. Quicker than the usual tourist cruises, it requires less time to ‘sit still’! The biggest hit? The infamous tuk-tuks! I’m not sure what he loved most – the garish colours and lights, the ‘wind in your hair’ feeling or simply the innate
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knowledge you are risking life and limb… For his second birthday we headed out of town on a day trip to Safari World in search of the ultimate zoo experience. Our son adored the giraffe feeding station, getting up close to hundreds of the gentle giants, and their slimy blue tongues! Although it’s probably the city’s most expensive attraction, we loved Siam’s Ocean World, in the bowels of the incredible Siam Paragon mall. From the tiniest of seahorses to the huge sharks, colourful jellyfish and giant rays, it had the entire family rapt. The 10,000 square meter aquarium is quite literally, awesome. The food court is also worth a stop, to experiment with noodles or indulge in Krispy Kreme Doughnuts or drool at the incredible array of cakes. To stay out of the intense rain, we escaped to the Gateway mall, home to Kidzoona: a huge soft-play area. Paradise for little ones, Lennox spent hours riding tractors and cranes, tumbling down huge slides and enjoying the bouncy castle. In fact, never mind the fun-zone, malls are a great place for toddlers to run free, admiring the fountains, the luxurious décor and acres of air-conditioned traffic-free space! It’s worth noting, that some malls have prams to rent – good news as the public transport is rather pram unfriendly. Outdoors, we often ran around Lumphini Park, admiring the swanshaped boats on the lake, and enjoying the children’s playgrounds. As for adult-friendly sights, it’s surprising how interested a child can be in Buddha, the novelty of Thai dancing, the exoticism of the intricately decorated temples, pointed golden roofs, and saffron swathed monks! To re-create a home from home, we
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stayed in a serviced apartment at the Anantara Sathorn, enjoying the luxury of daily clean sheets while having our own kitchen. With a supermarket nearby, and game for street food, we were able to preserve a routine, save a few pennies and serve up pasta for dinner, as well as mystery meat on a stick, chargrilled corn, sticky rice and other deliciously adventurous meals. For a shorter stay, hotels have their upsides too. Limited by luggage, the books and toys we took along were soon old news, and in addition to buying several ‘blow up’ toys (cheap, easy to flatten and light to carry) we visited several hotel kids clubs such as the very chic Mandarin Oriental where Lennox made the most of the toys while I popped off for a massage: a perfect way to unwind for both of us…
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OFF TO THE BEACH
For a complete change of scenery, after our city break, we headed 860 kilometers south to Phuket. The largest Thai island is a different world: hotter, muggier and tropical, it’s altogether more exotic, lush and green. Although it’s got a reputation as a party island with the likes of Patong beach attracting charter loads of people out for a good time, we headed North West to the quieter side of the island, to discover its more laid-back side. If budget weren’t an issue, or we were staying for a shorter time, I would have stayed at the Angsana Resort. Huge sprawling properties aren’t really my thing but, with a toddler, this place was heaven. Right on the beach, it came with its own lagoon, boat rides, pools that went on forever, a gigantic kids club with a mind boggling array of daily activities, and a resident baby elephant, not to mention an incredible breakfast Angsana-Laguna-Phuket
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buffet, and a children-stay-free policy – it did seem like a no brainer! It would also have saved me a few trips to the local supermarkets which went from ‘comedy’ to ‘depressing’ depending on what was on sale: unidentified meats, no rosé wine, delicious fresh coconuts, interesting noodles, scary spices… Our daily routine involved taking Lennox to the local beach, Layan beach, which was blissfully relaxed. Although the bucket and spade went unused, we spent hours racing around the beach, making friends, drawing in the sand, visiting the stalls and the massage ladies. Beach shacks offering great, affordable dining meant Lennox soon became a fan of egg fried noodles and deep-fried squid from the Reggae Reggae Bar, the Family Bar or the (bizarrely placed) Tattoo Ink (which was a lot nicer than it sounds). Our best find had to be the Bliss Beach Club (blissbeachclub.com), in nearby Cherng-Talay. The perfect place to spend the day, on a beautiful stretch of beach, finishing it off with drinks at dusk on the lounge-like sofas on the deck, eating the Aussie chef ’s favour-
2. Singapore Zoo, Singapore Acres and acres of animal fun in beautiful surroundings! www.zoo.com.sg 3. Universal Studios, World Resort, Sentosa Children of all sizes will love the amazing rides! www.rwsentosa.com 4. The Beach Sea, sand and shells. Come rain or shine, a great place to be for free. 5. Kidzoona, Bangkok An amazing soft play area. Bring a pair of socks! www.aeonfantasy.co.th
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1. Do your research and plan ahead. 2. F or the flight, pack snacks, lots of stickers – and, the iPad loaded with games such as the (free) DUPLO apps. 3. Allow 2 to 3 days for jetlag (for you!) 4. B udget for children’s activities, some are expensive but well worth it. 5. U se Facebook to make contacts, whether it’s local playgroups or expat mums who can put you onto babysitters too. 6. Pack less than you think you need! 7. V isit hotels that offer day passes - for a change of pool, beach or kids club! 8. C hoose your beach wisely. Check the weather and currents for familyfriendly calm waters. 9. B ring your car seat for long car transfers, but remember that it will be a burden for short hops. 10. A sk for help! Never mind the language barrier, having your hands full is a universal issue!
Bliss Beach Club
ite: a burger, grilled aubergine salad or macaroni cheese. Bliss – literally. On an island where most beach clubs are all about the bling and the DJ-ing, it was wonderful to find somewhere so hip, yet family friendly. Although we never made it to the famous James Bond Island of Khao Phing Kan, put off by the throngs
of tourists, we did head off shore to check out Naka Island’s luxurious private island resort... It’s quite gorgeous - all the rooms a vision of exotic Thai design with thatched roofs, outside stone baths and glorious beds swathed in mosquito netting, not to mention a dreamy infinity pool. We were surprised to see how much Lennox enjoyed it too, from the mini adventures in the villas’ gardens to the kayaking in the shallows and, of course, the scrumptious, freshly baked pizza.
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IN PHUKET... Angsana Suite Family Offer (min stay of 2 consecutive nights) in a 2 Bedroom Loft or an Angsana Suite including room, daily family club breakfast for 2 adults and 2 children at Bodega & Grill, free dining for children (1 child below 12 per paying adult), round-trip transfers, Tree House Kids Club access, 25-minute elephant ride for 2 adults and 2 children, daily evening cocktails, use of 4 bicycles for 2 hours per stay. Offer is open for bookings from now until 30 October 2014. Valid for stays from now until 31 October 2014. reservations-lagunaphuket@angsana.com
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Our final stop took us back to the city: Singapore. I had my doubts but it was a doddle and incredibly child-friendly! The size of the city state makes for easy and quick navigation, especially with cheap and cheerful taxis aplenty (as long as you can forget about carseats which were a distant memory for us by then) and the impeccable underground system which is spotless, ultra safe and, being all in English, easy-peasy to get around. Lennox was spoilt with more fantastic day trips including the beautiful Singapore Zoo. Spread out over 28 hectares, there are beasties aplenty and an animal print ‘tram’ which he adored. A trip to Resorts World Sentosa (20 minutes out of Singapore) was also a hit. As well as the traffic-free wide open spaces, Lennox loved watching the mega cruise ships, lunch at the legendary Din Tai Fung restaurant – a big hit thanks to its delicious Dim Sum – not to mention the stunning Aquarium and the Universal Studios. Despite fears that the Hollywood-inspired theme park was better suited to bigger children, we were proved wrong. Opting out of the scarier rides but going for the leisurely Madagascar cruise, the Sesame Street ‘space ride’, the flying ‘Jurassic Park’ dinosaurs and several carousel rides, Lennox was in heaven. Child-friendly food was another
big plus in Singapore, from the basic cheap and cheerful ‘Chicken Rice’ in the local diners to the fancy breakfast buffet at the Mandarin Oriental where the chocolate fountain made an impression to last a lifetime - probably more so, than anything else during the trip! Though, come to think of it, he does keep asking for Mr Bantung, our regular pickup truck driver…✿ The Mandarin Oriental
HOW TO GET THERE Travel within Asia with Bangkok Airways. Flying to Phuket seven times daily, the staff were wonderful, even offering tiny a mini sticker book! www.bangkokair.com Whether it’s car parking or lounge access, Holiday Extras can sort out the little additional perks that make travelling smoother. Great value hassle free add-ons! Tel: 0800 1313 777 or visit www.holidayextras.co.uk
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