Yummy Mummy Magazine May 2024

BABIES & KIDS

SECRET GARDEN

Our beautiful Firle Dress is perfect for Spring/Summer. Designed in Sussex, the fabric was handwoven in GOTS certified organic cotton before being hand embroidered by our Fair Trade producer in rural Bangladesh. It has also been lined in unbleached organic cotton voile for extra comfort. It fastens at the back with real shell buttons. This really is an heirloom piece to be treasured. bayandfay.com

TIME FOR TEA

This set includes one tray, one teapot, two plates and two teacups. Crafted from tin and finished with a dinosaur design, featuring a colourway of earthy greens. thenookhome.co.uk

TWO TURTLE DOVES

This new line of babywear is made from beautifully soft organic cotton jersey. A double ended zip makes change time a little easier and integrated scratch mitts and integrated feet are perfect for those early days and growing babies. rubyandfreddies.co.uk

COSY NIGHTS

The subtly punctured holes in the Bear lamp create a warm glow and speckles, making a welcoming atmosphere for an easy nights sleep. cotswoldco.com

NEW BABY JOY

Send a bundle of cuddles with this lovely duo featuring a soft, cosy pure new wool baby blankets paired with a super cute ChunkiChilli hand knitted organic cotton soft toy. A perfect welcome to the world gift for a new baby, or to send as two gifts in one to share with a new big brother or sister! roryandruby.com

Introducing the new children’s afternoon tea experience & infinity pool pop- up from

PAN PACIFIC LONDON IN COLLABORATION WITH BONPOINT

Pan Pacific London, the distinguished Forbes Five-Star rated hotel, situated in the heart of the city, has furthered its exclusive collaboration with the luxury children’s brand, Bonpoint, following the successful introduction of children’s spa treatments in 2023. The introduction of the new Bonpoint Children’s Afternoon Tea and seasonal swimming pool takeover underscores the hotel’s commitment to providing elevated luxury family experiences.

Launching on 28th March, the new Bonpoint Children’s Afternoon Tea (£29 per child) features finger sandwiches with cream cheese, ham, cucumber, egg mayonnaise, grated carrot, and cheesy apple slaw. Scones with berry jam are followed by a selection of patisserie in Bonpoint’s spring colour palette, such as chocolate almond macarons, cherry lollipops, and madeleines with orange blossom icing. Children can enjoy a creatively designed colouring postcard and wordsearch while savouring their indulgent afternoon tea.

During the dedicated children’s swimming hours at the hotel’s infinity pool, children can enjoy a playful paradise with mini deckchairs, pastel cushions, umbrellas, and custom pool floats. As part of this 360’ partnership, little ones can dip into the world of wellness with beautifully designed children’s spa treatments, available for children aged 6-16 years’ old, on the hotel’s dedicated wellbeing floor SENSORY. Signature

THE DETAILS

80 Houndsditch, London, EC3A 7AB United Kingdom

Tel: +44 (0) 20 7118 6888 enquiry.pplon@panpacific.com panpacificlondon.com To continue this sensory experience at home, Bonpoint’s natural and hypoallergenic skincare products will be available for retail on the SENSORY wellbeing floor, including a full range dedicated the sensitive skin of the whole family, as well as selection of swimwear for boys and girls.

spa treatments include the enchanting Fairy Tale facial (£100 for 30 mins) and the educational Awakening to Care Treatment (£100 for 30 mins), both designed to nourish the skin and promote total relaxation of the mind and body. For a unique bonding moment between parent and child, The Dreamy Treatment can be enjoyed as a duo for face and body (£100 for 30 mins; £180 for 60 mins).

Meke Baby: Redefining Milk Warming for Busy Lifestyles

Meke Baby is at the forefront of innovation, seamlessly blending advanced technology with convenience to set a new standard in milk warming.

More than just a milk warmer, Meke Baby is a meticulously crafted solution designed to cater to the needs of both parents and infants. With its adjustable temperature control and intelligent heatup technology, Meke Baby ensures that essential nutrients and antibodies in breastmilk remain intact during feeding, providing peace of mind for parents and convenience for those leading busy lifestyles.

Crafted from Tritan™, a durable and heatresistant material, Meke Baby’s 300ml cup maintains the perfect temperature without compromising the milk’s integrity or leaving any lingering odours.

Whether it’s breastmilk, formula, water, or cow’s milk, Meke Baby handles it all with ease, making it an ideal companion for travel, overnight feeds, and parents with on-the-go lifestyles.

What truly sets Meke Baby apart is its thoughtful design and attention to detail. From its scratch-resistant construction to its user-friendly features like the detachable lid and leak-proof design, Meke Baby ensures a hygienic and hasslefree experience with every use. The frosted bottle with measuring lines further simplifies serving sizes, while the silicone handle adds convenience for parents on the move.

The Original Multi Award Winning Warmer is trusted by thousands of parents, midwives, and lactation consultants worldwide, Meke Baby isn’t just a milk warmer—it’s a testament to the power of innovation and technology in infant care.

Elevate your baby’s feeding journey today with a touch of unparalleled sophistication and excellence. Pre Order now to experience life with Meke Baby firsthand!

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“From its scratchresistant construction to its user-friendly features like the detachable lid and leak-proof design, Meke Baby ensures a hygienic and hasslefree experience with every use”

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“Founded in 2017, Charlotte The Sheep has been creating handmade luxury knits designed by our founder, Leti.

Born and raised in Rio - Brazil, I moved to the USA in 2016 to finish my master in molecular biology and genetics. While knitting was my relaxation between classes, I often found myself lacking projects to knit as I had done so many for myself and my loved ones. After several friends and family members recommended me into opening an Etsy shop, I took the chance, and only a year after launching it, I was contacted by Condé Nast and grew into my domain and LLC with the help of their advertising and interviews, Charlotte the Sheep became internationally featured across the Americas and Europe; now here at Yummy Mummy as well!

Making my hobby into my full-time job is a dream

come true. I am deeply grateful for the support of both my close ones and cute little customers.

Charlotte the Sheep knits are the premier gifts for the little ones, whether you have friends or relatives who are adding to their family or you are the happy parent-tobe. You’ll find a variety of infant knits for every season. Blankets, sweaters, beanies, pillows, teething rings, pacifier clips, and much more! Charlotte the Sheep has unique gifts for a baby shower, just-born, baptisms, birthdays, or simply a luxury treat for your little one. We are selling LOVE.

”Shop and follow us on Instagram @thecharlottethesheep and www.charlottethesheep.com”

Thank you for taking the time to read our story, Love, Leti.”

Quintessential British Style for Babies

Cited as one of the Best British Children’s Clothing Brands by Citizen Femme, The Little Stamford Company is a British brand offering luxurious rural inspired babywear and gifts. Set up in 2021 by founder Holly Shaw, the brand was created so parents could style their babies and children in clothing with prints reflecting their love of the countryside.

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Whether you want a mini-me farmer look with tweed and gilets, or you want to swaddle your newest member of the family in the dreamiest blankets covered in ponies or dogs there’s something for all rural passions. Committed to

Britishness, the designs include Swaledale and Texel sheep, Shetland ponies, vintage tractors, Land Rovers, British Wildflowers (and crops), Gun dogs and Tattersall checks.

Made from the finest organic cotton that has been brushed for extra softness, each piece is lovingly crafted with attention to detail and functionality, giving a premium and durable product.

Send your gifts directly to the recipient with complimentary country gift wrap and card and for 10% off use code LONDONLIFE.

Find out more at Littlestamford.com and on Instagram @littlestamfordco.

Little Masterpieces – a new design from BabyBjörn

The Little Masterpieces design is a celebration of the imperfection of perfect parenting. It is about embracing the colourful chaos that comes with raising little ones. With the Scandinavian nature in mind, the print is inspired by irregular patterns. It is also a reminder that each child is an artist in the making and every splatter, splash, and doodle serves as a reminder of that.

“The playful dots of our newest print were inspired by irregular patterns in the Nordic nature, like pebbles, lichen, and mosses. To stand out from previous campaigns, we wanted to connect the irregular pattern to playfulness rather than nature itself. Still, of course, highlighting that this is BabyBjörn original created by hand”, says Anna Björk, Head of Design.

The concept is all about the spirited essence of children and their natural longing to create. It’s set in a world where every splatter, splash, drip and doodle serve as a reminder that each child is

“The playful dots of our newest print were inspired by irregular patterns in the Nordic nature”

an artist in the making. It can get messy, but that’s the beauty of parenthood. With its playful and eye-catching pattern, this gender-neutral print is truly a splash of joy. Perfect for parents seeking functional, long-lasting, and stylish products.

A BabyBjörn carrier is designed to grow with your baby, helping them develop in meaningful ways.

All BabyBjörn products are:

• Safe and easy to use

• Comfortable and easy to adjust

• Made from high-quality fabrics

• Easy to clean (machine washable on warm)

• Developed in close collaboration with medical specialists.

Woven fabric consists of 65% recycled polyester and 35% cotton.

THE DETAILS

BabyBjörn is launching the multi award-winning Baby Carrier Mini in two colourways this Spring in a new, more environmentally friendly, woven fabric. Baby Carrier Mini will be available in Beige-Dark-Grey/ Woven Print (Little Masterpieces)

RRP £104.90 and in Beige/Woven

RRP £88.90 from 15 May 2024 babybjorn.co.uk

BUBBA BOARD: The travelaward-winning accessory

Traveling with young children can be a real source of anxiety even for the most seasoned travellers. The sheer joy of experiencing new destinations and experiences through their eyes, contends with the logistical challenges of keeping them comfortable and entertained during transit.

It’s time to change all of that. Bubba Board is an award-winning travel accessory that gives children comfort and independence to enjoy travelling in the big people seats.

Designed for children, with parents in mind, this innovative seat extender and travel bed fills the gap between seats in planes and trains to ensure they are comfortable going from point A to B. It’s simple yet ingenious. The board slides out and fills the gap, giving your child that much-needed extra space to play or sleep.

Comfortable Rest: No more dangling legs or awkward sleeping positions. Your child can lay comfortably for afternoon naps or big sleeps overnight, ensuring they get their much-needed rest.

Entertainment Made Easy: Just like at home, let them have their own little space to play with toys, have a snack or get some screen time. Plus, you can still easily access anything that falls to the floor.

Safety First: With the Bubba Board, a seatbelt can be worn at all times, it can quickly be moved out of the way in an emergency, and it allows for access to lifesaving equipment.

Easy to Use & Store: Bubba Board takes seconds to set up and put away. Its lightweight and compact design means it won’t add to your baggage woes – hang it on the back of a stroller, on your shoulder, or in your carry on.

Durable & Easy to Clean: Made with highquality materials, the Bubba Board is built to last and withstand the rigors of travel. Spills or messes? Just give it a quick wipe down!

The Bubba Board is not just another travel accessory; it’s a game changer. No more restless kids. No more constant re-adjusting. With the Bubba Board, travel becomes a pleasant experience, not just for them but for you, too.

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The Little Stamford Company is a luxury baby and childrenswear brand inspired by the British countryside offering unique and beautiful designs for those fond of all things equestrian, farming and countryside.

Made from premium organic cotton, our core collection is designed for babies to 3-year-olds and includes sleepsuits, rompers, dribble bibs, cot bedding, muslin blankets and squares and bodysuits to layer up for outdoor days. The designs feature charming watercolour prints depicting scenes reminiscent of the British countryside including vintage Land Rovers, tractors, ponies, dogs, British sheep, and delicate wildflowers.

Pair with our range of accessories such as premium fleece gilets and baby tweed flat caps for the perfect minime country look - The Little Stamford Co is one British brand you’ll want in your little one’s first wardrobe.

TESTIMONIALS

“I absolutely adore these prints - they are everything I want on my little people’s clothes”

“I love this, everything about it. Clearly it is well made and all the details thought about”

“I’ve not come across any babygrow with such nice fabric.....Excellent product, wholeheartedly recommend.”

TREASURE FOREVER….

Imagine your newborn baby’s tiny hands and feet preserved forever, your fingers entwined on your wedding day, or even your furry friend’s paw print turned into a work of art. Wrightson and Platt bring these moments to life as pieces of sculpture, wall art and stunning jewellery.

Over the past 20 years, the London-based lifecasting specialists have built a reputation and loyal following due to the amazing craftsmanship and attention to detail captured in their wide range of beautiful designs.

The process starts with a casting appointment in the family home or maternity ward. Here, the moulds are made using skin-safe dental alginate which captures incredibly fine skin detail. The moulds are then taken back to the company’s studio in southeast London where the master casts are poured in high quality plaster. From just one set of casts, their customers can then order from a wide range of designs.

As Managing Director Alison Martin explains: “Unlike other life-casting companies, we keep the master casts in our archive for up to 10 years. This means our customers can come back and order surprise gifts or sibling designs when a new baby arrives.”

Their long-established partnership with London’s Portland Hospital has introduced the company to a whole host of household names

including royalty and A-list celebrities, but they won’t be naming any names; discretion is vital to their reputation, as Alison explains: “There’s always huge interest when the rich and famous have a new baby. We feel incredibly privileged to be invited into any family’s home at such a magical time and would never betray that trust, no matter who the client is!”

However, some customers are very happy to talk about the experience: “The whole casting experience in my room at The Portland was a very happy one” says Tamara Beckwith “but nothing prepared me for the joy at receiving my baby’s bronze 2-day old feet. All these years later, I still marvel at all the little creases and how small she was. Just holding them in my hands takes me back to a wonderfully happy, special time.”

“Unlike other lifecasting companies, we keep the master casts in our archive for up to 10 years. This means our customers can come back and order surprise gifts or sibling designs when a new baby arrives”

To book a casting , visit wrightsonandplatt.com

Tel: 0207 639 9085

Email: info@wrightsonandplatt.com

THE FERTILITY CENTRE

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.

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

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 DETAILS

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.

URGENT CARE IN ST JOHN’S WOOD

St John & St Elizabeth Hospital’s Urgent Care Clinic, ensures easy access to expert care without the wait.

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, seven days a week, no appointment necessary.

For

all

the family

The clinic has a designated children’s waiting area and treatment rooms, and is for all the family, including children aged one and up. It can treat minor illnesses and injuries, such as: superficial cuts to the face and scalp, sore throats, colds and stomach bugs.

As the clinic is part of St John & St Elizabeth Hospital, if needed, instant referrals can be arranged for tests and scans, physiotherapy, and specialist consultations – so you can access the services you need quickly and efficiently.

The clinic is for urgent, not emergency needs

“The clinic has a designated children’s waiting area and treatment rooms, and is for all the family”

and can’t treat heart attacks, strokes or major trauma. If you’ve had a bad accident or are really unwell, call 999 or go to A&E. If you’re not sure whether you should come in, give the team a call and they will be happy to advise!

How it works

You pay £120 for an initial consultation with a doctor. If you need any scans, tests, or further treatment, these will be extra. If you have health insurance, ask your provider for treatment authorisation after your initial consultation. If you don’t, the clinic will let you know the cost of further treatment.

VISIT THE URGENT CARE CLINIC

The clinic is part of St John & St Elizabeth Hospital at 60 Grove End Road, NW8 9NH. Find out more: hje.org.uk/ucc Call the team: 020 7432 8300

A HOSPITAL WITH A HEART

St John & St Elizabeth Hospital is one of the UK’s largest independent charitable hospitals. All treatments help fund the on-site St John’s Hospice, which is committed to enabling people to live well for as long as possible. Every year, the hospice provides quality, holistic care to more than 4,000 people with lifelimiting illnesses, and their families, across North London.

THE PRESSURES OF MODERN LIFE When does Stress become an Illness?

In the second of our regular features from The London General Practice, DR RAI discusses the effects of stress on the body and how this can become a problematic condition.

We all know the feeling, be it at work or at home; there’s just not enough time, and too much to do. Demanding deadlines in an unforgiving world where we’re always contactable and everyone expects an immediate response.

Stress affects us all; a little pressure can be good, making us more alert and responsive, but too much leads to declining performance, fatigue and potentially an inability to function.

Dr Rai who specialises in Anxiety and Stress Management at The London General Practice presents regularly on the topic to individuals, corporations and businesses.

“In some respects stress and anxiety are subjective measures and the outcome is dependent on several factors including the subjects own personal resilience. However, what we do know is that there are strong physiological links between stress, anxiety, and an individual’s ability to function correctly.

It’s important to realise that there are direct links between stress (which can feel like an intangible concept) and our medical health and wellbeing, resulting in real discernible changes to how we perform.

We also know that there are several factors which may make a person more susceptible to

becoming severely impacted by stress or anxiety. These include their lifestyle, sleep patterns, alcohol, workload, underlying physical health as well as genetic or hereditary pre-dispositions.

Through our work with patients and organisations we provide consultations including screens for underlying medical issues, as well as give practical advice on relaxation, exercise, nutrition and sleep. There are also medical interventions which can be appropriate in some instances.”

Dr Rai also advocates thinking of our personal ‘resilience’ as a fixed resource. We may feel that the best way to deal with a stressful day is to hit the gym, or go for a run – ‘burning off the tensions of the day’. However if our reserves are already depleted as a result of prolonged stress then moderate or light exercise may be more beneficial, aiding recovery and guarding against further illness or injury.

Whilst this is a complex area there is a lot that can be done to help identify the issues and proactively implement changes in order to reduce the consequences of stress.

The London General Practice provides a wide range of Private Medical Services including helping individuals and organisations understand and deal with stress. If you would like to contact the Practice please telephone 020 7935 1000 THE DETAILS

The London General Practice 114a Harley Street, London W1G 7JL Tel: 0207 935 1000

OPEN 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK