THE RITZ-CARLTON NEW YORK, CENTRAL PARK: LUXURY ON CENTRAL PARK’S DOORSTEP

The old-world charm which The Ritz-Carlton is famously known for greeted us on our arrival as a family, after our 7 or so hour flight from London. The handsome 19th century limestone façade towering over Central Park was a sight for tired eyes as we approached the welcoming doormen complete with top hats who immediately…

KANDIMA MALDIVES: WELCOME TO THE NEW MALDIVES

After a busy year, I came to the conclusion a girls’ trip was in order with my mum and my one year old, Ava. We decided to stay somewhere tropical where we could relax by the beach and Ava could swim and play in the sand. I have always had the Maldives on my bucket…

CYBEX EEZY S TWIST: THE NEW CITY STROLLER WITH A TWIST

The great thing about living in London is the abundance of events and sights to take in, from spending the day at the Natural History Museum to wandering around London Borough Markets. However, as with most busy and bustling cities, they are also filled with narrow streets, congested roads and busy transport routes and not a…

By: Lux Mumma September 20, 2017August 8, 2018 Lux MummaBritish, Children's Fashion, Classic Childrens Clothing, Fashion, featured, Liberty Print, London, Mummy Blogger, Olivier Baby & Kids London, Rachel Riley, Traditional Clothing, Wild & Gorgeous2 Comments

BEST OF THE BRITISH: CHILDREN’S DESIGNERS WITH A CLASSIC TWIST

Considering the history of British clothing, you will find that it has always been synonymous with bespoke tailoring, classic cuts and unparalleled quality in the choice of fabrics used. This trend also lends itself to children’s clothing and there is nothing more elegant and smart, than dressing your little one in traditional children’s attire, which…

By: Lux Mumma June 7, 2017August 3, 2018 London, Parenting, Pregnancybaby, birth, birth story, featured, labour, lindo wing, London, newborn, parenting blogger, parents, Pregnancy, pregnant, st mary's hospital10 Comments

GIVING BIRTH AT THE LINDO WING: MY STORY

When we discovered we were pregnant my husband and I quickly decided on private obstetric healthcare and engaged the expertise of an obstetric consultant, this was primarily due to the fact we were after continuity of care with access to private facilities and no wait time for appointments, check ups or rooms. Our consultant who is based…

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Our Garden Playhouse Reveal: Featuring Pottery Barn Kids

By: Lux Mumma November 21, 2019November 21, 2019

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If you have followed our journey, you will know that we have been updating Ava’s garden playhouse. From the outset, I wanted to create a space that invited play, imagination, learning and also relaxation. For those that missed it, the first part of the redesign can be found here. After the addition of a couple…

The Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide for Toddlers

By: Lux Mumma November 12, 2019November 19, 2019

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With Santa’s impending visit just around the corner, I’ve put together an ultimate Christmas gift guide with fabulous toddler gift ideas! All items linked below. Chelsea All-in-1 Kitchen £499.00 Harlequin Doll’s Bed – White €105.00 Ooh Noo Toy Pram – White £103.95 Banwood Bikes First Go! – White £146.95 Magni Classic Racer in White £118.95…

Certified Organic: Natmade – the new organic superstore

By: Lux Mumma November 7, 2019November 8, 2019

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Becoming a new parent has made me more conscious of what I buy for both our pantry and also what we put on our skin. I now meticulously read over all the ingredients on every product I purchase and question ones which don’t sound natural. I also look for organic ingredients which are higher in…

Our Toddler’s Garden Playhouse: Review of The Mini + Low Loft Bed

By: Lux Mumma October 14, 2019October 15, 2019

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We are in the process of redecorating our toddler’s playhouse in the garden, and if you follow my page @LuxMumma you would have seen the first stage reveal which is now complete with the addition of the Mini + Low Loft Bed by Oliver Furniture from Skandium. This modern Scandinavian designed children’s bed is a…

ESTABLISHING A TODDLER SLEEP ROUTINE: HOW TO MAKE BEDTIME EASIER

By: Lux Mumma September 8, 2019September 8, 2019

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Establishing a daily toddler sleep routine has certainly taken us a while, and our sleep journey involved plenty of tears and protests. However, after sticking to the same actions, and time frames, and having a whole lot of patience, we now have a fairly consistent sleep routine in place. Following this routine has resulted in…

SHOP MY AW19 AUTUMN ESSENTIALS

With the cooler weather sneaking around the corner, I’ve been asked to put together a list of my autumn essentials this season. I’ve included a list below for all budgets. These are classic versatile pieces which can be found in my wardrobe, and can be worn time and time again each year. All items linked…

KIMPTON DE WITT: MODERN LUXURY IN THE HEART OF AMSTERDAM

By: Lux Mumma August 20, 2019August 21, 2019

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My best friend from abroad was visiting me in London, and after seeing all the wonderful sights in London, she wanted to explore another European city. Amsterdam has always been on my list of cities to visit and my friend also had relatives in this part of the world, which meant it made for the…

Cybex Sirona Z i-Size: The Ferrari of Car Seats

By: Lux Mumma July 24, 2019July 27, 2019

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Our daughter had outgrown her old car seat, and I was on the lookout for one which would meet our needs, with comfort at the forefront for our toddler, and additional safety features whilst also being stylish. Initially, my results only yielded uninspiring, usually black car seats, which looked boxy and rather dated. After nearly…

No 38 The Park: A Quintessentially English Country Retreat

By: Lux Mumma July 19, 2019July 24, 2019

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Located within a ten minute walk to Cheltenham town centre and opposite leafy Pittville Park in the Cotswolds, lies No 38 The Park. A charming restored Georgian townhouse with a warm and welcoming exterior. The first thing I take into account when staying at a hotel are the details, therefore I was thoroughly impressed when…

LUX MUMMA SERIES: HAJIRA RANA

Our new Lux Mumma series will feature inspirational lux mummas from across the globe. In this exciting series, I will find out a little more about inspirational women from various industries and backgrounds, entrepreneurs to CEOs, who all, also happen to be seriously luxe mothers. In our second feature we chat to my good friend…