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Contents Letter from What’s inside? the Editor October-November 2014Hello lovely readers,What a busy September that was! Working with the Company Focus - Polarn O. PyretNorth West Baby & Toddler Show in Manchester Pages 4 - 5was fantastic (and we even produced the showliterature for there and London too!). But with a new Pregnancybaby it’s been an exhausting few weeks. Rather than Pages 6 - 9‘throw’ an issue together, we made the decision tobring you a joint October-November issue that has Birth & Beyondthe high standard you expect from our publication. Page 10Thank-you again for all your support and love for Activity TimetableMummy and Me Magazine. I do thoroughly enjoying Pages 11 - 19bringing each issue to you (even if it is challengingwith 3 children aged 3 and under!). So I hope that Early Yearsyou enjoy this issue. Pages 20 - 35 (feat. Gift Guide)We have taken the stress out of shopping by bringing you Daddy & Me - Commando Dada Christmas Gift Guide of all the top toys and must- Page 36have goodies. We are thrilled to introduce you to PolarnO.Pyret who are our Company Focus this month, we have Creative Learningour usual delights from Annabel Karmel and Daddy tips Kids Pages - 38-39from Commando Dad, and we have featured an interviewwith Justin Fletcher (A.K.A Mr Tumble) ahead of his tour www.mummyandmemagazine.co.uk(it was great getting to speak to the man behind the [email protected]‘clown’). So, grab a cuppa and enjoy... issuu.com/mummyandmemag Facebook / mummyandmemagazine Michelle x Twitter @mummyandmemag 0151 427 0124 Editor: 07790 729004 Magazine Founder & Director Assistant Editor Special Needs Consultant Artist/Illustrator Creative Designer Michelle Thompson Sue Bennett Anita Harris Ilan Sheady Neil Bennett Researchers/Critiques Educational Researcher Creative Learning Consultant Photographer & StylistEden, Bethany & Faye Thompson Danielle Furber Alan Bennett Elanza Butters

Company Focus Discover the Best... in Swedish Baby and Childrenswear...Polarn o. pyret Our name wear and tear and can be handed down from brother Polarn O. Pyret means ‘Buddy and the little one’ to sister. in Swedish. O. is the equivalent of our ‘&’, short for There is no such thing as bad weather… Och – Swedish for ‘and’. You say it like this: “Pole just the wrong clothes arn oh pier et”. However most people know this children’s clothing brand as PO.P. PO.P design outerwear with one thing in mind, keep children happy, warm and dry in any weather. This Brand Heritage means flexible, lightweight and breathable fabrics loaded with a multitude of features to keep out the In the early 1900’s in Sweden, travelling sewing wind and rain. Their best selling waterproof Fleece machine salesman Nils Adamsson decided to Jacket attaches inside the Wind and Waterproof open a small shop selling condoms, after noticing Coats creating a 3 in 1 solution that can stand up the impact family size was having on struggling to any British weather. Look out for the thermal households. By the 1930’s his wife Karin was making layers in silky polyester and merino wool that wick and selling baby clothing in a new department of the moisture away from the skin, important for active small shop in Stockholm, and so the family business children in cold weather as any moisture near the grew and by 1976 the Polarn O. Pyret brand, famous skin will make them feel cold. mainly for soft cotton striped clothing was born. Unisex UK Much of the collection is unisex, you will not find There is a Polarn O. Pyret store on nearly every much powder pink and baby blue in the baby high street in Sweden, and in 2006 this Swedish collection. Up to around age 12 boys and girls national treasure was brought to the UK by Mats body shapes do not differ, and the brand believes and Jo Nilsson. Mats, like most Swedish children that gendering small children is best avoided. Who grew up wearing PO.P clothes and wanted to be wears what, and in what colour is up to you. Both able to invest in similar quality at a fair price for boys and girls need good-looking clothes that are his UK based family. There are now 17 stores in strong and versatile, and can be washed the UK including a large Concession store in House and dried easily. of Fraser, Deansgate, Manchester; and the award winning online store is The Stripes www.polarnopyret.co.uk You will always find stripes at PO.P, PO.P can also be found online at in fact PO.P is often referred to as the John Lewis, House of Fraser and Mothercare. stripy brand. The PO.P classic stripes were introduced back in the 1975 by The Philosophy the renowned Swedish designer Gunilla Axen. The quality of the organic cotton, Is simple…children need the cut of the fabric and the stitching is clothes that they can outstanding. To you, this means that these play in, the designers comfy unisex clothes will hold their shape strive to make clothes and colour, stay looking smart and are that let children be easy to care for. children. For Polarn O. Pyret this Eco means good- looking clothes Over 30% of the range is made from that make high quality, soft organic cotton and life easier. Polarn O. Pyret is the first children’s wear Clothes that chain to receive the GOTS certification, can withstand the world leading standard for organic textiles. The brand also encourages4 | WWW.MUMMYANDMEMAGAZINE.CO.UK

Protective Functional Company Focus Highly water resistant Seams sewn away from resting pointsComfort ComfortPre-bent sleeves for Soft chin covereasier movement ComfortProtective Soft cotton lining Polarn o. pyretFoldover cuffs SafetyFunctional Front Panel opens upDouble zips for heat controlnegotiate pram orcar straps Safety Breathable fabric Functional Protective Machine wash and Windproof tumble friendly families to re-use the clothing Polarn O. Pyret and hand it down or sell it on Mummy & Me Reader Exclusive: 25% off your – the garments are famous for looking good for not one first online order use code 25MAM but many children wash after wash. Redeem your offer at Details make the www.polarnopyret.co.uk difference... Find us on facebook at Dressing children may not seem like a science, but PO.P certainly approach www.facebook.com/ it as such. Coats in lightweight fabrics likepop with pre-bent arms so that children can move freely. Breathable textiles to North West Store: ensure they don’t get too hot when activity 6th Floor, levels step up. Newborn clothes with extra flat and soft seams, positioned away from House of Fraser, babies resting points. Socks with extra Deansgate, Manchester attention to elastic are more challenging to pull off. Clothing that can take a stain Also available at Johnand bacteria busting hot wash when needed. Lewis and House ofDetachable hoods and reflectives front, back andside for safety. Fraser online 5WWW.MUMMYANDMEMAGAZINE.CO.UK |

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Musical Bumps... PregnancyAt 16 weeks into your pregnancy, the tiny Regardless of such claims, music should play a MUSICAL BUMPS bones in your unborn baby’s ear are very important role in your child’s life. Lullabies finally in place. This means that they are have been used for years to calm babies andmore likely to be able to hear sounds outside the help them sleep. Listening to music when tryingwomb. They can hear your voice and sounds to calm your child down or begin the bedtimearound and it is even at this early stage that you routine is a wonderful technique. It can helpcan introduce your baby to music. to sway or rock to the music too. The calming sounds provide a wonderful way to bondSome experts believe in the so called ‘Mozart and interact with your baby, often providingeffect’ saying that introducing your child to reassurance through a familiar piece of music.music from the earliest stage can enhance theirIQ and capability later in life. There is no hard Of course, there are many companies who haveevidence to prove it, but it is widely thought that produced CD’s of ‘Baby Music’, often containingexposure to music makes children smarter at classical pieces such as Brahms Lullaby.Mathematics. The rhythm and timings used in Suggestions of good classical pieces for babiesmusic can assist with counting and basic maths can be found at www.classicfm.com/discover/skills. collections/baby-music. You will notice that your bump may start jiggling and kicking to certain tunes and you can be certain that once your baby is born they will notice television jingles or your mobile phone ringtone. There’s something special about watching your baby start to bounce or sway to recognisable tunes.Try out different types of music with your bump or baby! Are they kicking to the beat?Antenatal Physio Led Down Syndrome Liverpool is a registered Charity based Pilates Classes in the City of Liverpool, run by Parent and Carer Trustees of people with Down’s Syndrome. DSL aims to support parents, carers and families who are affected by Down’s syndrome and seek to enhance the lives of people with Down’s syndrome who live in the City of Liverpool and surrounding area. Our activities include providing advice and support to new parents via our new parent contact and through our new parent packs and organise social events that bring our membership together. For more information contact us using the details below. 65 Booker Avenue, L18 4QZ Down Syndrome Liverpool 0151 724 2060 PO Box 1 Mossley Hill District Officewww.thephysiotherapycentre.com Liverpool L18 4SD [email protected] www.downsyndromeliverpool.org Registered Charity No 1097276 9WWW.MUMMYANDMEMAGAZINE.CO.UK |

Birth & Beyond Breastfeeding - What toExpect... There are many changes that take place during Your baby’s instinct is to breastfeed, this instinct pregnancy, one of which is that your breasts is particularly strong after birth, therefore it may prepare for their role in making milk. From help if you spend time cuddling your baby on your about 20 weeks into your pregnancy, your breasts chest with your skin against theirs. Skin-to-skin can will produce a rich mixture of proteins, vitamins be done after a Caesarean section as well as a and substances for fighting infections, this is called vaginal birth. But if you are unable to have skin-to- colostrum. This is usually a yellow/golden colour. skin with your baby post-birth, you can do this at a After birth, your baby feeding will send signals to later stage. Don’t expect breastfeeding to happen your breasts to produce milk. At around 3-4 days, straight away, some babies don’t (perhaps due to the colostrum changes into a whitish milk. This milk sleepiness affected by the pain relief drugs used in is more creamy (higher in fat) and more satisfying labour). A midwife should be on-hand to assist you for your baby. The more your baby feeds, the more should you want help.BREASTFEEDING - WHAT TO EXPECT milk you will produce. Once they have finished Once out of hospital, many women do not feel feeding on one breast, offer the comfortable feeding in public places. Some other. department stores such as John Lewis, offer If feeding is comfortable ‘feeding rooms’ that offer a relaxed and more and your baby is content after feeds, they are likely If you feed for just private environment for breastfeeding Mums to be feeding correctly and getting enough 1 day the antibodies to be able to feed. milk. Check your baby’s nappies to make sure that in your colostrum will Meeting other breastfeeding Mums can help they are having wet and provide natural immunity too. There are many NCT groups or groups from infection and will help offered by your local Children’s Centre to help support breastfeeding Mums. Here you your womb to contract will have the chance to share experiences towards normal size. soiled nappies throughout the with others, and often a trained Breastfeeding day. It is also advisable to see Support Worker will be present to address how much weight your baby has gained any problems or concerns you may after the first couple of weeks. Your If you feed for have. Midwife or Health Visitor should offer 6 weeks your baby You can breastfeed for as long this when they visit your home. After is at less risk of chest as you and your baby want to. you have been discharged by your infections for up to 7 years! The World Health Organisation Midwife, there should be a local For you, breast-feeding (WHO) and the UK Department clinic or Children’s Centre offering means you can go out and of Health recommend giving solely a weekly weigh in session that you about without bottle breastmilk for the first six months may wish to attend. feeding equipment. and then continuing to breastfeed (*NCT) Getting yourself measured for a few whilst introducing solid nursing bras will help you feel food. WHO recommend comfortable when feeding. A great place continuing to breastfeed for at least to find the right style for you is www. two years due to better health outcomes. However long you bras4mums.co.uk who offer a full decide to breastfeed is entirely up range including; Bravado, Cake Lingerie, to you and your baby. Emma-Jane, Carriwell, Hot Milk and many more. There are also many nursing For advice and support, the tops on the market that help make National Childbirth Trust (NCT) feeling easier too. Even stores such as offer a helpline, you can reach H&M and George at ASDA offer very reasonably priced nursing tops! For them on 0300 330 0700 and discreet feeding when out and about, they will be happy to assist you may wish to use a scarf or shawl with any queries you may have over your shoulder. Breastpads will including continuing to feed also help to absorb any milk you when returning to work. may leak.10 | WWW.MUMMYANDMEMAGAZINE.CO.UK

Monday... Cheshire Open  Every  Day09:00am  -­‐  16:30pm Sensory  Room The  Orchard  Children's  Centre WA2  0JP 01925  816  912 Call  for  details09:00am  -­‐  16:30pm Sensory  Room WA4  1RE 01925  570  870 Open  Every  Day09:30am  -­‐  11:00am Toddler  Café Westy  Children's  Cente WA3  0QL Call  for  details09:30am  -­‐  11:00am Well  Baby  Clinic Lymm  United  Reformed  Church, SK9  2PZ09:30am  -­‐  11:15am Topsy  Tumbles WA6  6RP 07802  921  891 Call  for  Info Brookfield  Road,  Lymm Oakenclough  Children's  Centre 01625  374  180 Last  admittance   10:50am Frodsham  Leisure  Centre £2.5009:30am  -­‐  11:30am Childminder  Drop  In Congleton  Children's  Centre CW12  3AH 01206  371  061 Term  Time  Only ACTIVITY TIMETABLE09:30am  -­‐  11:30am Parent  &  Toddler  Group The  Salvation  Army,  Academy  Street, WA1  2BQ 01925  415  000 Call  Emma  for  09:30am  -­‐  11:30am St.John's  Toddler  Group WA4  6QE 07591  621  05009:30am  -­‐  11:30am Whittle  Hall  Playgroup Warrington WA5  3UA 07815  208  934 Info10:00am  -­‐  11:30am St.John's  URC  Church,  Warrington WA2  0JP 01925  816  912 Call  Tracy  for  Info Childminder  Drop  In Whittle  Hall  Community  Centre,   Term  Time  Only Lonsdale  Close The  Orchard  Children's  Centre10:00am  -­‐  12:00pm Parent  &  Toddler  Group Callands  Children's  Centre WA5  3UA 01925  240  807 Term  Time  Only10:00am  -­‐  12:00pm Macclesfield  Multiples Broken  Cross  Children's  Centre SK11  8UD 01625  374  470 Drop-­‐In11:00am  -­‐  11:30am Story  Time Bramhall  Library,   SK7  2DU 0161  217  6009 Drop-­‐In Oakenclough  &  Poyton   SK9  2PZ 01625  374  180 Call  for  more  info.  11:15am  -­‐  12:00pm Story  Time  in  the  Caterpillar  Corner WA2  0JP 01625  374  180 Children's  Centres Invitation  Only The  Orchard  Children's  Centre13:00pm  -­‐  13:45pm Baby  Rhyme  Time  (0-­‐18m)13:00pm  -­‐  15:00pm Young  Parents  Group  -­‐  8wk  course Broken  Cross  Children's  Centre SK11  8UD 01625  374  470 Call  for  Info13:30pm  -­‐  14:30pm Sensory  Stars  (0-­‐2  years) Oakenclough  Children's  Centre SK9  2PZ 01625  374  180 Call  for  Info14:00pm  -­‐  16:00pm Midwife  Clinic Broken  Cross  Children's  Centre SK11  8UD 01625  374  470 App  Only14:15pm  -­‐  15:00pm Storycraft  (18m  -­‐  4  years) The  Orchard  Children's  Centre WA2  0JP 01925  816  912 Drop-­‐In Tuesday...09:15am  -­‐  11:15am Stay  and  Play  (0-­‐4  years) Broken  Cross  Children's  Centre SK11  8UD 01625  374  470 During  Holidays  09:15am  -­‐  11:30am Appleton  Thorn  Mums  &  Tots Appleton  Thorn  Village  Hall,   WA4  4RT Siblings    welcome09:30am  -­‐  11:00am Warrington WA3  7JE Croft  Toddlers 07786  864  588 Term  Time  Only Croft  Youth  Activity  Centre,  Smithy  Ln 01625  427  404 Term  Time  Only 01925  860  630 Call  Cath  for  Info09:30am  -­‐  11:00am Mums  &  Tots St  George's  Baptist  Church SK11  6TG Call  Moira  for  Info09:30am  -­‐  11:30am Bridgetots  at  Hillcliffe10:00am  -­‐  11:00am Hillcliffe  Baptist  Church,  12  Red  Lane,   WA4  5AD Twins  Group Appleton,  Warrington Oakenclough  Children's  Centre SK9  2PZ 01625  374  180 Drop-­‐In 07967  481  808 Term  Time  Only10:00am  -­‐  11:30am Incey  Wincey  Baby  &  Toddler  Group Lymm  Baptist  Church,  Higher  Lane WA13  0AZ 01625  374  000 Call  Jill  for  Info Under  5's  -­‐  FREE11:00am  -­‐  11:30am Rhyme  Time Macclesfield  Library SK10  1EE11:00am  -­‐  11:30am Story  Time Hazel  Grove  Library,  Stockport SK7  4QP 0161  217  6009 Drop-­‐In11:00am  -­‐  12:00pm Baby  Friendship  Group  (0-­‐12m) The  Orchard  Children's  Centre WA2  0JP 01925  816  912 Drop-­‐In13:00pm  -­‐  15:00pm Stay  and  Play Ash  Grove  Children's  Centre SK11  7TD 01625  374  48413:30pm  -­‐  14:30pm Stay  and  Play Congleton  CC  at  Ruby's  Sensory  Centre CW12  1PG 01260  371  06113:30pm  -­‐  15:00pm All  Kinds  of  Play  (0-­‐5  years) The  Orchard  Children's  Centre WA2  0JP 01925  816  912 Drop-­‐In14:00pm  -­‐  14:30pm Story  Time Frodsham  Library WA6  6RX 01244  977  345 Drop-­‐In Wednesday...09:30am  -­‐  11:30am Childminder  Drop-­‐In Oakenclough  Children's  Centre SK9  2PZ 01625  374  180 Drop-­‐In 11 Life  Church  Centre,  Dover  Rd,  

Cheshire 09:30am  -­‐  11:30am Childminder  Drop-­‐In Oakenclough  Children's  Centre SK9  2PZ 01625  374  180 Drop-­‐In Life  Church  Centre,  Dover  Rd,   WA4  1NB 10:00am  -­‐  11:30am Lifetots WA2  0JP 01925  816  912 Drop-­‐In Latchford SK9  2PZ 01625  374  180 Call  for  Info 10:30am  -­‐  12:00pm Bosom  Buddies The  Orchard  Children's  Centre SK10  2LW 01625  978  081 Oakenclough  Children's  Centre WA6  7PZ 01244  976  210 Call  to  Book 10:30am  -­‐  12:00pm Cherubs Hurdsfield  Children's  Centre SK10  3RJ £1  per  family 12:30pm  -­‐  13:30pm Macclesfield  Cherubs   Frodsham  Children's  Centre WA16  8DB 01625  374  904 13:00pm  -­‐  15:00pm Breastfeeding  Support Broken  Cross  Methodist  Church Knutsford  Children's  Centre Baby  Matters 13:30pm  -­‐  15:00pm Little  Fishes  Toddler  Group 13:30pm  -­‐  15:00pm Young  Parents  Group Thursday...ACTIVITY TIMETABLE 09:30am  -­‐  11:30am Baby  Massage Frodsham  Children's  Centre WA6  7PZ 01244  976  210 Call  to  Book 09:30am  -­‐  11:30am Bramhall  Children's  Centre SK7  2DU 0161  483  7252 50p  Term  Time   10:00am  -­‐  11:00am Childminder  Drop  In SK7  1PB 0161  440  0641 10:00am  -­‐  11:30am Bramhall  Baptist  Church SK11  7TF 01625  374  484 Only 10:00am  -­‐  11:30am Little  Lambs  -­‐  Baby  and  Toddler Ash  Grove  Children's  Centre SK9  2PZ 01625  374  180 Call  Joanne  for   Macclesfield  Cherubs Oakenclough  Children's  Centre Breastfeeding  Support info Stay  and  Play  (0-­‐5  years) Drop-­‐In 11:00am  -­‐  11:30am Under  5's  Story  Time Knutsford  Library WA16  0PG 01625  374  873 FREE 14:00m  -­‐  14:45pm Messy  Explorers  over  1's Oakenclough  Children's  Centre SK9  2PZ 01625  374  180 Call  to  Book 13:15pm  -­‐  14:45pm Stay  and  Play  (0-­‐5  years) Poyton  Children's  Centre SK12  1NW 01625  383  090 Drop-­‐In 13:30pm  -­‐  14:15pm Chatterbox  -­‐  6  week  course The  Orchard  Children's  Centre WA2  0JP 01925  816  912 Call  to  Book 13:30pm  -­‐  14:30pm The  Orchard  Children's  Centre WA2  0JP 01925  816  912 Call  to  Book 13:30pm  -­‐  15:00pm 18-­‐30months WA16  8DB 01625  374  904 Baby  Massage  -­‐  6  week  course   Knutsford  Children's  Centre  8  weeks  -­‐  pre-­‐crawling Tiny  Tots 13:30pm  -­‐  15:00pm Well  Baby  Clinic  Weigh  In  &  Advice Broken  Cross  Children's  Centre SK11  8UD 01625  374  470 Friday... 09:00am  -­‐  11:00am Stay    and  Play  Under  2's Congleton  &  Holmes  Chapel   CW12  3AG 01260  371  061 Drop-­‐In 09:30am  -­‐  11:00am Stay  and  Play  (0-­‐5  years) Children's  Centre WA2  0JP 01925  816  912 The  Orchard  Children's  Centre 09:45am  -­‐  11:15am Toddler  Group St.Paul's  Parish  Centre,  Glegg  Street SK11  7AJ 01625  501  773 £1  Term  Time 10:00am  -­‐  11:30am Tiny  Tots  Time  0-­‐12  months Broken  Cross  Children's  Centre SK11  8UD 01625  374  470 Drop-­‐In 10:00am  -­‐  12:00pm Smile  Group  -­‐  For  PND  Sufferers Hurdsfield  Children's  Centre SK10  2LW 01625  978  081 Drop-­‐In 11:00am  -­‐  11:30am Under  5's  Rhyme  Time Knutsford  Library WA16  0PG 01625  374  873 Call  for  Info 11:00am  -­‐  12:30pm Cherubs  Breastfeeding  Group Knutsford  Children's  Centre WA16  8DB 01625  374  904 Siblings  Welcome 13:00pm  -­‐  14:30pm Parent  to  Parent   Broken  Cross  Children's  Centre 13:00pm  -­‐  15:00pm SK11  8UD 01625  374  470 Drop-­‐In 13:15pm  -­‐  14:15pm Parenting  Advice&  Support Ash  Grove  Children's  Centre Little  Stars  0-­‐5  years Oakenclough  Children's  Centre SK11  7TF 01625  374  484 Children  with  Additional  Needs SK9  2PZ 01625  374  180 Call  for  Info Fun  and  Sign  (0-­‐4  years)

Monday... Chester09:00am  -­‐  11:00am Movers  and  Shakers Upton  Westlea  School CH2  1QJ 01244  976  100 Invite  Only09:00am  -­‐  12:00 Money  Advice  Drop  In Blacon  Children's  Centre CH1  5DB09:00am  -­‐  16:00pm Blacon  Children's  Centre CH1  5DB 01244  976  225 Drop-­‐In09:00am  -­‐  16:00pm Antenatal  Clinic CH1  4BR09:15am  -­‐  10:45am Antenatal  Clinic Chester  Victoria   CH4  8HX 01244  976  225 App  Only09:30am   Children's  Centre CH4  0DH09:30am  -­‐  10:45am Stay  and  Play Lache  and  Handbridge CH3  9NE 01244  976  220 App  Only09:30am  -­‐  11:30am Jumping  Jacks Children's  Centre CH1  5EY09:30am  -­‐  11:30am Cheshire  Ice  Cream  Farm The  Warehouse,  Chester  Road CH2  1LB 01244  977  79109:45am  -­‐  11:30am Toddler  Morning Newton  Lane,  Tatten  Hall CH3  5EG09:45am  -­‐  11:45am Blacon  Playbox CH1  5DB 01829  770  995 Free  Entrance10:00am  -­‐  11:30am Blacon  United CH2  3HZ 01244  371  843 £1  inc  10:00am  -­‐  11:30am Tiger  Tots Reformed  Church CH4  8SQ10:00am  -­‐  12:00pm Childminder   Upton  Baptist  Church CH3  7QN Toast  &  Juice11:15am  -­‐  11:45pm Stay  &  Play  Session CH1  2EF Call  for  Info12:45pm  -­‐  14:45pm Twins  and  Multiples Cherry  Grove   CH1  5DB12:45pm  -­‐  14:45pm Under  5's  -­‐  Minis Children's  Centre CH1  5DB 01244  377  142 Call  for  Info13:00pm  -­‐  16:00pm Tots  Group Blacon  Children's  Centre CH1  5DB13:15pm  -­‐  14:45pm Little  Fishes  Toddler  Group All  Saints  Church,   CH1  4BR 01244  976  100 Drop-­‐In Under  5's  Story  Time English  Speaking  &  Learning 1  Vicarage  Rd 01244  976  225 Drop-­‐In ACTIVITY TIMETABLE Family  Health Saltney  Methodist  Church 01244  345  649 £1.50   Adult  Craft 01244  674  734 Call  to  Book Stay  &  Play Burley  Memorial  Hall 01244  336  763 80p   Chester  Library,  Northgate  St Call  for  Info Call  Kim  for  Info Blacon  Children's  Centre Blacon  Children's  Centre 01244  977  380 Call  for  Info Blacon  Children's  Centre 01244  976  225 Chester  Victoria   Children's  Centre 01244  976  225 Blacon  Children's  Centre 01244  976  225 Invite  Only United  Reformed  Church,   01244  976  220 Drop-­‐In Hoole Blacon  Children's  Centre Tuesday... Parish  Hall,  Christleton09:00am  -­‐  16:00pm Antenatal  Clinic Wesley  Centre,  St.John's  St CH1  5DB 01244  976  225 App  Only09:30am  -­‐  11:30am CH2  3NT 01244  303  232 Call  Marie  09:30am  -­‐  11:30am Baby  &  Toddler  Group Cherry  Grove   CH1  5DB 01244  976  22510:00am  -­‐  11:30am Children's  Centre CH3  7AS for  Info10:00am  -­‐  11:30am Breastfeeding  Support  Group Blacon  Children's  Centre CH1  1DA Drop-­‐In10:30am  -­‐  12:00pm Church  Hall,  Demage  Lane CH3  5EG12:30pm  -­‐  15:30pm Christleton  Toddler  Group CH1  5DB 01244  332  819 £2  per  Family13:15pm  -­‐  14:45pm Blacon  Children's  Centre CH2  1EL 01244  323  037 £1.50  +  25p   Wesley  Toddler  Group Blacon  Children's  Centre 01244  976  100 Additional  Child International  Mums  of  Chester Chester  Victoria 01244  976  225 App  Only Stay  and  Play Children's  Centre Employment  Support Blacon  Children's  Centre sunshine.tots@ 50p  Term   Sunshine  Tots  Toddler  Group Northgate  Church yahoo.com Time  Only Blacon  Children's  Centre Wednesday... 0-­‐4years Kingsway  and  Upton Children's  Centre09:30am  -­‐  11:30am Baby  Massage St.  Luke's  Church,  Huntington CH1  5DB 01244  976  225 Call  to  Book09:30am  -­‐  11:30am Baby  Weigh  Clinic Blacon  Children's  Centre CH1  5DB09:45am  -­‐  11:30am Blacon  Children's  Centre CH1  4BR 01244  976  225 Drop-­‐In10:00am  -­‐  11:30am Baby  Weighing CH1  5DB10:00am  -­‐  11:30am Explorers  to  Talkers Blacon  Children's  Centre CH1  4EF 01244  976  220 Drop-­‐In10:00am  -­‐  12:00pm Chester  Victoria   CH1  5DB13:00pm  -­‐  14:30pm Tiddlers Children's  Centre CH2  2LB 01244  976  225 Invite  Only13:30pm  -­‐  15:00pm Baby  Matters CH3  6BT 01244  394  670 £1.50  +  25p  13:00pm  -­‐  16:00pm Stay  and  Play Blacon  Children's  Centre CH1  5DB 01244  976  225 Additional  Child15:00pm  -­‐  17:00pm First  Steps  Parent  &  Toddler Blacon  Children's  Centre CH1  5DB Call  to  Book Antenatal  Clinic 01244  976  100 Drop-­‐In Pre-­‐Birth 01244  371  902 Call  John  for   01244  976  225 more  info App  Only 01244  976  225 Call  to  Book Thursday...09:00am  -­‐  16:00pm Antenatal  Clinic CH1  5DB 01244  976  225 App  Only 1309:00am  -­‐  16:00pm Antenatal  Clinic CH1  4BR 01244  976  220 App  Only09:30am  -­‐  10:30am Tickle  &  Giggle/Wiggle  &  Jiggle CH1  5DB 01244  976  22509:30am  -­‐  11:00am Baby  Play  Group CH1  5DB 01244  976  225 Invite  Only

Chester 09:30am  -­‐  10:30am Tickle  &  Giggle/Wiggle  &  Jiggle Blacon  Children's  Centre CH1  5DB 01244  976  225 Invite  Only 09:30am  -­‐  11:00am CH1  5DB 01244  976  225 Drop-­‐In 09:30am  -­‐  11:00am Baby  Play  Group Blacon  Children's  Centre CH1  5DB 01244  976  225 Drop-­‐In 09:45am  -­‐  11:45am CH2  2LB 01244  976  100 10:00am  -­‐  11:30am Stay  &  Play Blacon  Children's  Centre CH1  4BR 01244  976  220 Invite  Only 10:00am  -­‐  11:30am Stay  and  Play  for  Children Kingsway  and  Upton CH1  6DH £1.50  +  50p   12:30pm  -­‐  14:30pm Children's  Centre CH3  5EG 01244  976  100 add  children 12:30am  -­‐  14:30pm With  Disabilities Chester  Victoria   CH1  5DB 01244  976  225 12:45pm  -­‐  14:45pm Explorers  to  Talkers Children's  Centre CH1  5DB 01244  976  225 Drop-­‐In Saughall  Scout  Hut,   Friday... Saughall  Toddler  Group Fiddlers  Lane Creche  Provided Baby  Café  and  Breastfeeding Cherry  Grove   Children's  Centre Advice  Drop  In Young  Parents  Group  (13-­‐15y) Blacon  Children's  Centre Family  Maths  /  Englsh Blacon  Children's  Centre 09:00am  -­‐  16:00pm Antenatal  Clinic Blacon  Children's  Centre CH1  5DB 01244  976  225 App  Only St.Thomas  Church  Hall CH1  4AG 07789  867  589 Call  Julia  for  InfoACTIVITY TIMETABLE 09:30am   Rhythm  Time Blacon  Children's  Centre CH1  5DB 01244  976  225 Blacon  Children's  Centre CH1  5DB 01244  976  225 No  Session   09:30am  -­‐  11:30am Childminder  Drop  In CH2  2LH 01244  976  100 1st  Fri  of  Month Kingsway  Chapel CH2  4LT 0151  338  2227 1st  Fri  of  the  Month 09:30am  -­‐  11:30am Foster  Carers  Support  Group Elton  Children's  Centre CH1  5DB 01244  976  225 Call  for  More  Info Blacon  Children's  Centre CH1  5DB 01244  976  225 1st  Fri  of  the  Month 09:30am  -­‐  11:30am Stay  and  Play Blacon  Children's  Centre CH2  1HB 01244  973  700 09:30am  -­‐  11:30am Rainbow  Babies  -­‐  Bereaved   Invite  Only 10:00am  -­‐  12:00pm Upton  Library Parents  &  their  children You  Make  The  Difference 12:30pm  -­‐  14:30pm Baby  Shower 14:00pm  -­‐  14:30pm Under  5's  Storytime Monday... 09:15am  -­‐  12:00pm Childminder  Group Portside  Children's  Centre CH65  2BY 0151  337  6365 Drop  In 0151  638  4013 Drop  In 09:30am  -­‐  10:00am Baby  Bounce  &  Rhyme Leasowe  Library CH46  1PQ 0151  625  3224 Donation  asked,   0151  337  6324 Tea  &  Toast 09:30am  -­‐  11:00am Little  Angels  0-­‐5  years  Play West  Kirby  Methodist  Church CH48  4DQ 0151  630  2731 Drop  In 0151  666  4819 Drop-­‐In 09:30am  -­‐  11:00pm Stay  and  Play Parklands  Children's  Centre CH66  3RL 0151  334  1381 Drop-­‐In 0151  677  5037 Call  for  Info 09:30am  -­‐  11:30am Stay  and  Play Brightside  Community  Centre 0151  478  4136 Drop-­‐In 0151  666  4819 Drop-­‐In 09:30am  -­‐  12:00pm Childminder  Drop  In Pensby  Children's  Centre CH61  8SD 0151  630  2731 Drop  In 0151  666  4819 Call  for  Info 09:45am  -­‐  10:30am Baby  Babble Bromborough  Children's  Centre CH62  7BW 0151  652  2268 Drop  In 0151  337  6425 Drop  In 10:00am  -­‐  11:30am Bumps  to  Babies  (0-­‐12m) Greasby  Children's  Centre CH49  3AT 0151  666  4819 Drop  In 01244  372  970 Call  to  Book 10:00am  -­‐  11:30am Messy  Play  -­‐  Art  Play  0-­‐5years Lady  Lever  Art  Gallery,  Port  Sunlight CH62  5EQ 0151  630  2731 Call  Rachel  for   0151  630  2731 Info  -­‐  £ 10:00am  -­‐  11:30am Tea  and  Toast  Drop  In  0-­‐5  years Pensby  Children's  Centre CH61  8SD 0151  677  9255 £1  per  child 0151  334  1381 Drop-­‐In 10:00am  -­‐  12:00pm Parents  and  Tots  Group Marlowe  Road  United  Reformed CH44  3BU 0151  638  7530 0151  606  2665 50p 10:30am  -­‐  12:00pm Breastfeeding  Group  with  H.Visitor Pensby  Children's  Centre CH61  8SD 0151  337  4670 Call  to  Book 11:00am  -­‐  11:30am Baby  Bounce  &  Rhyme St.James  Library,  Birkenhead CH41  7AL Drop-­‐In Drop  In 13:00pm  -­‐  14:30pm Messy  Rascals Stanlaw  Abbey  Children's  Centre CH65  9HE Drop  In 13:00pm  -­‐  15:00pm H.E.N.R.Y  -­‐  8  Week  Course Pensby  Children's  Centre CH61  8SD 13:00pm  -­‐  16:00pm Sing  and  Sign Pensby  Children's  Centre CH61  8SD 13:15pm  -­‐  14:45pm Toddler  Group Serpentine  Road  Family  Church CH44  0AA 13:30pm  -­‐  15:00pm Bumps  to  Babies New  Brighton  Children's  Centre CH45  5HU 14:00pm  -­‐  15:00pm Grasshoppers  Physical  Activities 14:00pm  -­‐  15:30pm Ganneys  Meadow  Early  Years  Centre CH49  8HB 18  months  -­‐  5  years Relax  Kids  3-­‐5  years Bromborough  Children's  Centre CH62  5EQ 14:00pm  -­‐  16:00pm Open  Door  -­‐  Young  Parents  Group Liscard  Children's  Centre CH45  7NQ14 14:15pm  -­‐  14:45pm Doodle  Time  -­‐  Craft  &  Story Moreton  Library CH46  8SA 14:15pm  -­‐  14:45pm Story  Time Neston  Library

14:15pm  -­‐  14:45pm Doodle  Time  -­‐  Craft  &  Story Moreton  Library CH46  8SA 0151  606  2665 Drop  In14:15pm  -­‐  14:45pm Story  Time Neston  Library14:15pm  -­‐  15:00pm Rock  Ferry  Library CH42  3TD 0151  337  4670 Drop  In E.Port & Wirral14:30pm  -­‐  15:00pm Baby  Bounce  &  Rhyme Greasby  Library CH49  3AT Happy  Hands  -­‐  Story  &  Craft 0151  641  2858 Drop  In 0151  606  2665 Drop-­‐In Tuesday...09:00am  -­‐  10:00am Child  Health  Clinic New  Brighton  Children's  Centre CH45  5HU 0151  630  2731 Seacombe  Children's  Centre09:30am  -­‐  10:30am Health  Visitor  Drop  In CH44  7AN 0151  630  1845 Drop-­‐In Neston  Community  Youth  Centre09:30am  -­‐  11:00am Little  Rascals  Stay  and  Play Bebbington  Children's  Centre CH64  9RE 0151  336  4670 Term  Time  Only Greasby  Children's  Centre09:30am  -­‐  11:00am Tea  and  Toast  Drop  In  0-­‐5  years Liscard  Children's  Centre CH63  8AD 0151  677  5037 Drop  In West  Kirby  Children's  Centre09:30am  -­‐  11:00am Tea  and  Toast  Drop  In  0-­‐5  years Hope  Centre,  Fishers  Lane CH49  3AT 0151  677  5037 Drop  In Seacombe  Library09:30am  -­‐  11:30am Makaton  Signing Pensby  Children's  Centre CH45  7NQ 0151  638  7530 Call  to  Book Liscard  Children's  Centre09:30am  -­‐  12:00pm Midwife  Clinic Guinea  Gap  Baths CH48  6DR 0151  625  3892 Appointments ACTIVITY TIMETABLE10:00am  -­‐  11:00am Active  Kids  (0-­‐5  years) Stanlaw  Abbey  Children's  Centre CH61  5XE 0151  648  8440 West  Kirby  Children's  Centre10:00am  -­‐  11:00am Baby  Bounce  &  Rhyme Seacombe  Children's  Centre CH44  6LT 0151  638  4465 Drop-­‐In  FREE Pensby  Children's  Centre CH61  8SD 0151  666  4819 Call  to  Book  -­‐  £  10:00am  -­‐  11:00am Baby  and  Toddler  Yoga New  Ferry  Library CH45  7NQ 0151  638  7530 Irby  Library attached10:00am  -­‐  11:30am Breastfeeding  Support Seacombe  Library Drop-­‐In11:00am  -­‐  12:00pm Little  Ducks  Swimming CH44  6PX 0151  639  5426 Call  to  Book12:30pm  -­‐  14:30pm Breastfeeding  Group CH65  9HE 0151  337  6425 Drop  In13:30pm  -­‐  15:00pm Bumps  to  Babies  (0-­‐12m) CH48  6DR 0151  625  3892 Drop-­‐In13:30pm  -­‐  15:00pm Little  Explorers  18m  -­‐  3yrs CH44  7AN 0151  630  184513:30pm  -­‐  15:00pm Rainbows  Group  &  Sensory  Room14:00pm  -­‐  14;30pm Austic  Children  Support  Group  0-­‐5y CH61  8SD 0151  666  4819 Call  for  Info Baby  Bounce  &  Rhyme CH62  5BA 0151  643  7219 Drop  In14:15pm  -­‐  14:45pm Story  Time CH61  0HE 0151  648  1348 Drop  In14:30pm  -­‐  15:30pm Story  Times CH44  6LT 0151  638  4465 Drop-­‐In  FREE Wednesday...10:00am  -­‐  11:30am Post  Natal  Depression  Support West  Kirby  Children's  Centre CH48  6DR 0151  625  3892 Call  for  Info Park  Primary  School CH44  5RN 0151  638  600810:00am  -­‐  11:30am Stay  and  Play CH44  7AN 0151  630  1845 Drop  In Seacombe  Children's  Centre CH45  5HU 0151  630  2731 Call  for  Info10:00am  -­‐  12:00pm Childminder  Drop  In New  Brighton  Children's  Centre CH65  7ED 0151  337  4650 Woodland's  Children  Centre  at   CH45  7NQ 0151  638  7530 Drop  In11:00am  -­‐  13:00pm Open  Door  -­‐  Young  Parents  Group CH49  3AT 0151  677  5037 Drop-­‐In Acorns  Primary  School CH62  9EB 0151  327  3174 Call  to  Book13:00pm  -­‐  14:00pm Stay  and  Play Liscard  Children's  Centre CH44  4BB 0151  638  1567 Greasby  Children's  Centre CH44  7AN 0151  630  1845 Drop-­‐In13:00pm  -­‐  15:00pm Twins  Group Eastham  Children's  Centre13:30pm  -­‐  14:30pm Baby  Massage Brentwood  Nursery Seacombe  Children's  Centre13:30pm  -­‐  15:00pm Messy  Play  (0-­‐5  years)13:30pm  -­‐  15:00pm Stay  and  Play14:00pm  -­‐  16:00pm Open  Door  -­‐  Young  Parents  Group TUE 25th NOV 2:00pm

Thursday...E.Port & Wirral 09:00am  -­‐  10:00am Tea  and  Toast  Drop  In  0-­‐5  years Liscard  Children's  Centre CH45  7NQ 0151  638  7530 Drop  In Stanlaw  Abbey  Children's  Centre CH65  9HE 0151  337  6425 09:15am  -­‐  11:00pm Health  Visitor  Baby  Clinic CH46  8SA 0151  606  2665 Drop-­‐In Moreton  Library CH49  3AT 0151  677  5037 Drop-­‐In 09:30am  -­‐  10:00am Story  Time Greasby  Children's  Centre CH45  5HU 0151  630  2731 New  Brighton  Children's  Centre CH43  7PD 0151  653  9332 FREE 09:30am  -­‐  11:00am Childminder  Drop  In Tam-­‐O-­‐Shanter  Farm,  Bidston CH45  5DX 0151  639  2334 Drop-­‐In CH45  3LP 0151  638  1900 07581  071  979   09:30am  -­‐  11:00am Childminder  Drop  In Earlston  Library CH64  9RE 0151  336  4670 Christine 10:00am  -­‐  11:00am Coffee  Morning Wallasey  Village  URC CH44  7AN 0151  630  1845 Drop  In 10:00am  -­‐  11:00am Neston  Community  Youth  Centre CH45  7NQ 0151  638  7530 Call  to  Book Feed  the  Animals  &  Have  a  Brew! Seacombe  Children's  Centre CH61  8SD 0151  666  4819 Drop  In Story  Time Liscard  Children's  Centre CH41  2XB 0151  606  2665 Drop  In Pensby  Children's  Centre CH45  5DX 0151  639  2334 Drop  In 10:00am  -­‐  11:30am Little  Stars Birkenhead  Central  Library CH45  5HU 0151  630  2731 Drop  In Wallasey  Central  Library Call  for  Info 10:00am  -­‐  12:00pm Twins  and  Multiple  Birth  Group New  Brighton  Children's  CentreACTIVITY TIMETABLE 13:00pm  -­‐  15:00pm Baby  Massage  -­‐  3wk  course 13:30pm  -­‐  15:00pm Bumps  to  Babies 14:00pm  -­‐  16:00pm Twins  Group 14:15pm  -­‐  14:45pm Story  Time  (Under  5's) 14:30pm  -­‐  15:00pm Baby  Bounce  &  Rhyme 15:30pm  -­‐  17:00pm Rainbows  Group  -­‐  For  Children With  Speech  &  Language  Difficulties Friday... 09:15am  -­‐  11:00am Little  Fishes  -­‐  Crafts  &  Play Hebron  Evangelical  Church CH45  4JL 0151  630  2450 Small  Fee,  Call  Liz   Moreton  Library CJ46  8SA 0151  606  2665 for  Info 09:30am  -­‐  10:00am Baby  Bounce  &  Rhyme Drop  In Heswalll  Hall,  111  Telegraph  Rd 09:30am  -­‐  11:30am Hester  Hedgehog's  Active  Tots Portside  Children's  Centre CH60  0AF 0151  342  2614 £2  per  child 09:30am  -­‐  12:00pm Breastfeeding  Support  Group  & Hoylake  Community  Centre 10:00am  -­‐  11:00am Seacombe  Children's  Centre CH65  2BY 0151  337  6365 Drop  In 10:00am  -­‐  12:00pm Chester  Sling  Library Greasby  Library Baby  Clinic  and   Heswall  Library CH47  3AG 0151  625  3892 Drop  In Pensby  Children's  Centre Breastfeeding  Support Pensby  Children's  Centre CH44  7AN 0151  630  1900 Call  for  Info Sundowns  Singing  for  Babies Bromborough  Children's  Centre 10:30am  -­‐  11:00am Baby  Bounce  &  Rhyme Liscard  Children's  Centre CH49  3AT 0151  606  2665 Drop-­‐In Neston  Library 10:30am  -­‐  11:00am Baby  Bounce  &  Rhyme CH60  0AF 0151  606  2665 Drop  In 12:30am  -­‐  15:00pm Childminder  Drop  In CH61  8SD 0151  666  4819 Drop-­‐In 13:00pm  -­‐  14:30pm Makaton  Signing  for  babies CH61  8SD 0151  666  4819 Call  to  Book 6  Week  Course 13:30pm  -­‐  14:30pm Baby  Massage CH62  7BW 0151  334  1381 Call  to  Book 14:00pm  -­‐  15:00pm Teddy  Bear's  Story  Time   CH45  7NQ 0151  638  7530 Includes  PEEP 14:15pm  -­‐  14:45pm 12-­‐24months Rhyme  Time 0151  337  4670 Term  Time  Only Monday... 09:15am  -­‐  10:00am Jumping  Jacks  (12  months+) Church  &  Mossley  Hill  Children's  C L17  0AQ 0151  233  5399 Drop  In 09:15am  -­‐  11:15am Music  &  Movement at  SARA  Hall,  Rundle  Road L13  6QJ 0151  233  4700 Call  to  Book 09:30am  -­‐  11:00am Stay  and  Play L18  1JX 0151  233  5399 09:30am  -­‐  11:00am Stoneycroft  CC  at  Salvation  Army L19  4XR 0151  281  9716 Drop  In 09:30am  -­‐  11:30am BAMBIS  Bosom  Buddies Church  &  Mossley  Hill   Call  to  Book 09:45am  -­‐  11:00am Children's  Centre 0151  233  4930 10:00am  -­‐  11:00am Bridgetots  (0-­‐4  years) 0151  233  5733 £2.50 Bridge  Chapel,  Heath  Road 0151  233  3733 Drop  In16 10:00am  -­‐  11:00am Call  to  Book 10:00am  -­‐  11:15am Parent  and  Toddler  Group Old  Police  Station,  Lark  Lane L17  8UU Drop  In Stay  &  Play  Drop  In  for  Walker   Dingle  Lane  Children's  Centre L8  9UB FREE and  Talkers  (18  months  -­‐  4  years) Childwall  &  Woolton  Children's  Centre L16  4PQ Baby  Massage Bumps  to  Babies Hunts  Cross  Children's  Centre L25  0PJ Big  Art  Parent  &  Toddler Walker  Art  Gallery,  City  Centre L3  8EL

10:00am  -­‐  11:00am Bumps  to  Babies Hunts  Cross  Children's  Centre L25  0PJ 0151  233  3733 Drop  In10:00am  -­‐  11:15am10:00am  -­‐  11:30am Big  Art  Parent  &  Toddler Walker  Art  Gallery,  City  Centre L3  8EL FREE10:00am  -­‐  11:30am10:00am  -­‐  11:30am Baby  Club  (0-­‐12  months) Garston  Children's  Centre L19  8JZ 0151  233  6868 Drop  In Liverpool 10:30am  -­‐  11:30am11:30am  -­‐  12:30pm Toddler  Time Tuebrook  Children's  Centre L6  4BX 0151  233  3830 Drop  In11:30am  -­‐  13:30pm12:00pm  -­‐  13:00pm Toddle  Tots  (12-­‐18  months) Anfield  Children's  Centre L4  2QG 0151  233  4001 Call  for  Info13:00pm  -­‐  14:30pm13:30pm  -­‐  14:30pm Music  and  Movement Belle  Vale  Children's  Centre L25  2RW 0151  233  170513:30pm  -­‐  15:00pm14:00pm  -­‐  14:45pm Baby  Yoga Childwall  &  Woolton  Children's  Centre L16  4PQ 0151  233  5733 Call  to  Book14:30pm  -­‐  15:00pm15:00pm Stay  and  Play Vauxhall  Children's  Centre L5  8UT 0151  298  2918 Drop  In15:30pm  -­‐  16:30pm New  Born  Know  How   Church  &  Mossley  Hill   L18  1JX 0151  233  5399 Call  to  Book18:00pm  -­‐  19:30pm (1st  Mon  of  Month) Children's  Centre L19  4XR 0151  281  9716 Call  to  Book Bridgetots  (0-­‐4  years) Bridge  Chapel,  Heath  Road Sign  and  Sign BAMBIS  Breastfeeding   Childwall  &  Woolton  Children's  Centre L16  4PQ 0151  233  5733 Call  to  Book Support  Group West  Derby  Children's  Centre L12  9EY 0151  233  6202 Drop  In ACTIVITY TIMETABLE Music  Session  (0-­‐2  years) Dingle  Lane  Children's  Centre L8  9UB 0151  233  4930 Drop  In Little  Yogis Big  You,  Little  You,  75  Garston  Old  Rd L19  9AD Big  You,  Little  You,  75  Garston  Old  Rd L19  9AD enquiries@big Contact  for  Info Little  Crafts L8  9UB youlittleyou.com Contact  for  Info Funzone  Active   Dingle  Lane  Children's  Centre L18  1JX (18  months  to  4  years) Church  &  Mossley  Hill   enquiries@big Active  Birth  Workshop Children's  Centre youlittleyou.com 0151  233  4930 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Early Years Hello, hello, how are you?...JUSTIN FLETCHER EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW! Ahead of his tour next April, Mummy and so with the help of my sister that’s what I did. A Me Magazine recently got the chance month later I got my first job! to speak with Cbeebies Favourite Justin Fletcher (A.K.A Mr Tumble) to find out more about We understand that one of the first characters the man behind the bow tie and clown face, and you created was Arthur Sleep, how does it feel to learn more of the exciting ‘Justin and Friends - have created a character a number of years ago Mr Tumble’s Circus’ live tour next Spring. that is still enjoyed by children today? We believe that show business ran in your It gives me a real buzz. Arthur Sleep and Gail family and that your Father, Guy Fletcher even Force were on that first show reel I produced on wrote songs for the likes of Elvis Presley. Was it a VHS tape. The show was called Justin Time this show business background that made you TV and featured lots of the sketches seen in the decide to work in the industry yourself? shows still on television today. Of course, it is Mr Tumble that young children all Yes, I think it was. We had a recording studio built associate you with, how did this character come into our house and we constantly had a stream about? of singers and entertainers visiting. My Auntie is a singer and my sister is a news reader. So yes, Mr Tumble is very dear to my heart. He was the entertainment business is definitely in my created over 13 years ago now and he is a family and was certainly a contributing factor! crucial character for helping children. Mr Tumble is absolutely loved my kids. I was working on Is it true that Philip Schofield and his side-kick a show called Tikabilla when the BBC told me Gordon the Gopher (who some of our readers about a show they had the idea of that would will remember from their own childhood) were feature Makaton signing. They offered me the the inspiration for being a children’s television role of the presenter. They told me about the entertainer? character of Mr Tumble and here we are today. That’s true, I was in my third year at drama school The series ‘Something Special’ featuring Mr when I had the pleasure of meeting Philip. He Tumble has won 5 BAFTA awards. You have advised that I should put together a show reel, also received an MBE and we believe that back in 2007 over 3,500 people signed a petition to20 | WWW.MUMMYANDMEMAGAZINE.CO.UK

Hello, hello, it’s goodto see you! Early Yearsgive you an OBE. This is all centered around Mummy and Me Magazine is a North West title, JUSTIN FLETCHER EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW!the fact that the ‘Something Special’ series is so it’s nice to see that the tour will be stopping atan educational programme that helps bridge the the Liverpool Echo Arena and Manchester Arena.gap between able bodied and disable children. Despite being born in Reading, we believe youIs this something you have personally been are a Manchester City fan, is that correct?affected by, or is it something you simply feelpassionate about? Well I do enjoy football, but how that came about was filming an episode of Something Special.It is a show I feel very passionate about because The child featuring in the show was a hugeI have realized how important this is particularly Manchester City fan so we filmed at their stadiumto promote signing. It’s great to engage with the and the staff there were fantastic.children and to meet them because kids lovethat. The feedback has also been amazing. I What are you most looking forward to about theoften have parents telling me stories of how North West leg of your tour?crucial the show has been in aiding their child’s Most of children’s tv is filmed in Salford now, sodevelopment. Even how after watching the show we are often in the North West. But I can’t waittheir child has spoke for the first time. So the to get out on the road with the crew and tour. It’sshow is really important. going to be fantastic.Did you have to learn makaton sign language for Most Mr Tumble fans enjoy joining in with regularlythe show? phrases, actions and makaton signs. Will the tour include a lot of audience participation?Yes, I was an absolute novice and in the spaceof 2 weeks had to learn about 300 different signs. Absolutely! It’s all in there! A lot of slap stickWe work very closely with the Makaton Charity comedy. I grew up watching Laurel and Hardyand the crew are really helpful too so I’m learning and Charlie Chaplin who were the inspiration forall the time. the Wacky Characters like Mr Tumble.So, next Easter you go on tour bringing Mr Probably a difficult question, but do you think isTumble and all our favourite characters along the most rewarding thing about what you do?with you. The tour is called Mr Tumble’s Circus.Tell us more about the circus theme… It’s actually a very easy question to answer, Something Special every time! Changing livesA few years ago we toured with Justin and with Makaton signs. I often get parents writingFriends - Justin’s House. So this time we decided letters saying how it has helped their childrento bring the much loved character of Mr Tumble. and signs often ease frustration. Even for simpleAs he’s a clown, a circus seemed the obvious things like wanting a drink. It’s really important totheme. I’m really excited about being on tour, continue this programme and next year we areyou can’t beat the buzz of a live show in front of shooting a further 25 episodes.thousands of people. There’s going to be a lotof swift wardrobe changes as Aunt Polly and the Reader Question – Would you ever go onother characters will be coming. But the tour also ‘Strictly’ (Come Dancing)?features Andy and other Cbeebies favouriteswho will be entertaining the crowds. We have got I have been asked this questions many timesLittle Monster who will be out in the audience and before, perhaps as the ‘Comedy dancer’? Whenwith the circus theme we have lots of circus skills I was leaner I did enjoy dancing and in fact I didlike juggling. So I’m really excited about it all. some dance at Drama School...Never say never! 21WWW.MUMMYANDMEMAGAZINE.CO.UK |

Early YearsANNABEL KARMEL WEANING ADVICE & RECIPE So you want to start introducing your little one to the wonderful world of food…but where do you start? Weaning your baby from milk to solids is an exciting time and a big step for both of you. Your baby will be entering a whole new world of tastes and textures, and you’ll want to feel safe in the knowledge that you are giving them the right foods for the very best start in life. The general rule is that babies should be 17 week as his gastrointestinal function won’t weaned from around six months old; this have fully matured. Every baby is different, and is the age recommended by Government in families with a history of food allergy, hay fever, guidelines. Milk provides all the nutrients your eczema or asthma, it’s best to try to exclusively baby needs for the first 6 months or so, but some breastfeed for the first six months. Also as your parents feel that their babies are ready before baby gets older he will need more iron and then. nutrients than milk alone can provide. If this is the case with your baby, it’s acceptable to introduce solids a little earlier, but not before Signs that your baby is ready for solids: Introducing - Your baby starts demanding feeds more often BAanbnCyahbFfleoiaEllvo’xoslpduleOMorRrdrweaegintaaahgTnweAiolocnrslnddaobdefll’ser - Your baby still seems hungry after his usual milk feed Atunmnambyefl’isllechrA.ilnIlnenEsdpantibrjooeeddyld’blsweyrdhhmeeolerilacedliessoloaiucrmiesoeuthhsogehmopooemerdmefenmcaetadsdtseiemwrreee-icsctiahpivpeiesn,sg TSSahAaienvi&CsnaboFsOiiu-lbnocarduaypbdrue’lsyoesr,a’iTisntenivsceo - He was sleeping through the night but has started to wake for an extra feed when there are now even more meals to discover and enjoy today. previously he slept through FinFodr oloutstmmoorerheeaaltthwy wfoowd.iadneansa, dboewlknlaoramd Aenln.caobeml’s app Importance of milk wanwnawbe.lkaanrmneal [email protected] When you start weaning, milk will still form a major part of your baby’s diet. Whether you are breastfeeding or using a bottle, milk will provide all the nutrients they need. Babies should continue to have breast or formula milk throughout the first year. Up to the age of one year, your baby needs a minimum of 600ml (20 oz) of breast or formula milk a day. Recently the advice was to introduce every new food separately with a space of three days before introducing another food. However, unless there is a history of allergy or you are concerned about your baby’s reactions to a certain food, there is no reason why new foods should not be introduced on consecutive days, provided you keep to the list of the best first foods. When to introduce cow’s milk Cow’s milk and goat’s milk aren’t suitable22 | WWW.MUMMYANDMEMAGAZINE.CO.UK

Early Yearsalternatives to breast or formula milk before one Pumpkin is a great seasonal vegetable, ANNABEL KARMEL WEANING ADVICE & RECIPEyear, as they don’t contain sufficient iron and perfect for making autumn purees for yourother nutrients. However, they can be used incooking or with cereal from six months. Use full- little one. Pumpkin makes a great firstfat milk, as babies need the calories for growth. weaning food as it is easily digested and Annabel’s tip: unlikely to cause an allergy.Occasionally, parents make the mistake of giving Pumpkin Pureetheir babies solid food when they’re hungry, whenwhat they actually need is an additional milk feed. Prep time: 5 minutesPlus, giving a baby too much solid food too quickly Cooking time: 45-60 minutesmay lead to constipation. First foods are moreabout introducing food than giving a full meal. Serving: 6 portions Suitable for freezing Introducing Annabel’s Organic Ingredients: Baby Food Range 1 small pumpkin (about 700 g/11⁄2 lb) cut into quarters and deseeded A little sunflower oil A little breast milk or formula milk (optional) Method: 1. Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F/Gas 6. Put the halves of pumpkin sliced side up in a shallow ovenproof dish. Pour in some water – it should be about 1 cm (1⁄3 in) deep. Put the pumpkin in the oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour. 2. Remove the dish from the oven and allow the squash to cool. Scoop out the flesh and purée to the desired consistency. You can add a little of your baby’s usual milk if you wish. Enjoy wholesome goodness with TSahien&CsboFOiu-nocrdaypdue’sosr,aiTnteivsceo For lots more fun ideas Annabel’s delicious homemade recipes download Annabel’s Essential Guide to Feeding Your Baby For lots more healthy food ideas, download Annabel’s app & Toddler app. Access more than 200 www.annabelkarmel.com delicious recipes, as well as a host of features to keep your family on track andMummy and me April.indd 1 22/04/2014 17:15:38 enjoying meal times. Download the new version from the App Store now or visit www.annabelkarmel.com 23WWW.MUMMYANDMEMAGAZINE.CO.UK |

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Christmas Gift Guide TOYS , GAMES & MORE T Goys, ames & more... My Magic Mermaid Playset Robo Fish Play Set with bowl With the latest aquatic and and accessories. The Robo Fish micro-robotic technology, behaves and swims just like a real simply drop your Mermaid fish thanks to a clever series of into water and watch her burst to water-activated micro robotics. This life. Watch as she swims in multiple set includes a generously sized fish directions while the colour changing bowl that provides the perfect play LED light illuminates her enchanting environment. Suitable for age 3+ environment. Hamleys and other good Amazon / ASDA Smyths / Toys R Us Toy Stores Frozen Coronation Inspired Play Dress Peter Rabbit Music Box by Bella’s Bows Boutique This beautifully crafted wooden Bella’s Bows Boutique offers a range music box is ideal for little of beautiful party clothes, dress hands. Wind them up and watch how they up, toys and accessories. This Frozen dance. A timeless piece Inspired dress is not only great to play that will be enjoyed for in, but can also be worn as a party years. Suitable for age 3+ dress for the festive season and £19.99 beyond. Suitable for age 3+ £19.99 - Bellasbowsboutique.co.uk www.boostoyshop.co.uk Also on Facebook Mega Bloks Barbie Fairy Treehouse - Little ones can build 2 levels using colourful bricks, leaves and flowers. There’s also a spinning platform to make the Fairy Barbie fly in her enchanted adventures. Suitable for age 4+ R.R.P £19.99 Available from all good Toy Stores. Sylvanian Families Bluebell Seven Seater Sylvanian Families have been a childhood favourite for over 20 years and continue to produce fun and exciting miniatures for little ones to enjoy. This super seven seater has 3 removable baby car seats and other features that your children will love. Suitable for age 4+ R.R.P £24.99 Available at Toys R Us and Amazon30 | WWW.MUMMYANDMEMAGAZINE.CO.UK

Ben and Holly`s Little Kingdom Thistle Castle Wooden Pirate Ship - Part of the exciting new Christmas Gift Guide TOYS , GAMES & MOREPlayset - Slide Holly down the secret, magical slide Wooden Toy Range at ASDA this Christmas. Thishidden under the toybox. Watch out for the floating easy-assembly ship comes complete with twothrones! Stir the spoon in the cauldron to reveal the pirates, rope ladders, moveable anchor, textile sails, food in the fridge. Complete with Holly figure and opening treasure chest, two moveable cannons and magical accessories. Suitable for age 3+ steering wheel to rule the high seas with! R.R.P £24.99 character-online.com Suitable for age 3+ Argos / Smyths / Toys R Us £25 - ASDA and ASDA Direct Beco Mini Doll Carrier Holly the Christmas Rag DollYour little one will enjoy holding Arriving in a beautiful gifttheir doll close in this fantastic Beco Mini (Doll Carrier). The box, Holly will delight andproduct is made as a replicate excite from the very start. Especially created for the of the real thing and is simply festive season she is dressed beautiful. Several patterns to embrace the chilly air with available. A great way to rich red velvet jacket, soft hat and scarf and dainty transport dolls when out floral dress. There is so much to adore about Holly and about too! Christmas, from the red bow in her hair down to £25 - Slumber-roo.co.uk her snug outdoor boots. £35 - Silvercrossbaby.com Motion Control Thomas from Fisher-Price Ninky Nonk Musical Activity Train - All aboard the Control the No. 1 blue engine with just a wave of Ninky Nonk! This colourful train has five colourful your hand! Simply slide the power button to the cars that connect together for endless roll-along“on” position, press Thomas’ dome to activate him, fun! The carriages are; Musical Pull Along Engine,then wave your hand over his roof to send him on Spinning Shape Sorter, Stacking Blocks Carriage,his way. You can also direct Thomas by waving the Pop-up Igglepiggle and Peek-a-Boo Carriage. crossing sign! Suitable for age 2+ Features Night Light. R.R.P £39.99 - Amazon / Hamleys / Smyths Argos / John Lewis / Tesco / Smyths / Very 31WWW.MUMMYANDMEMAGAZINE.CO.UK |

Christmas Gift Guide TOYS , GAMES & MORE Hot Wheels Super Loop Chase Race - The track set London Bus With Driver - This wooden big red launches your cars at top speed for gravity-defying painted bus comes with driver, authentic detailing and rubber wheels and fits up to 11 characters. Roof action. See your wheels try to make it up and lifts off to easily load passengers. It's a wonderful around a spectacular 3 foot tall loop. Send multiple toy that brings creativity and imagination to your cars racing at once for a thrilling high-speed chase. play room. Passengers are not included but are Delivers classic side-by-side racing and daring available to buy separately. Suitable for age 3+ downhill jumps. Suitable for age 4+ £45 - jojomamanbebe.co.uk R.R.P £44.99 Smyths / Tesco / Toys R Us Snowflake Rocking Horse Koko & Koko Designs Handcrafted Play TeePee Your little one will fall in love Allow your child’s imagination to run wild as they with Snowflake the Rocking use their Koko & Koko Designs Play Teepee to Horse this Christmas. transport to; Pirate Island, a Play House, a Beautifully designed, this Candy Shop...the possibilities are endless. horse has a removeable Superior quality and complying with all cape to keep him warm and a standards, this is a toy that can used by jingle bell in each ear for extra toddlers upwards! Choose your design, Christmas magic!Suitable for age decide if you would like to feature your 12 months + child’s name and create a Christmas Gift £80 Mamas & Papas that will be used for years to come! Teepees from £120 - facebook.com/ kokoandkokodesigns Limited edition Snow Fairy Dolls Pram & Changing Bag - A beautiful white fur hood trim fits easily on to the hood edge to give a wonderfully soft winter look, and a matching white fur mattress is also supplied to give your little girl's pram the perfect winter finish. A limited edition dolls pram changing bag is also supplied in the same sparkling lilac fabric as the dolls pram. Finally, the whole package is finished with a Snow Fairy Dolls Pram certificate of authenticity. Each and every Silver Cross Doll’s Pram is features all the authentic details you’d expect; a hand stitched hood and apron, beautiful chrome detailing, and the original c-spring suspension to give the famous Silver Cross ride. With all these wonderful features and extras, the Snow Fairy Dolls pram is the ultimate gift this year and treasured for a life- time. Make sure you don't miss the chance to own one of these limited edition masterpieces. Only 800 made! Suitable for age 3+ £400 - Silvercrossbaby.com32 | WWW.MUMMYANDMEMAGAZINE.CO.UK

SmHAaRgE TiHcEChristmas is almost here and we canhardly wait! At Mama & Papas we havesleigh-loads of exciting toys and giftsfor babies and toddlers, including My1st Christmas keepsakes, and giftsyou can personalise. Don’t just givepresents, give a little bit of magic.Visit us or go online atmamasandpapas.com because we’re family

Christmas Gift Guide STYLE & FASHION Style & Fashion... Liliputians Hair Little Bu Nail Polish - The new Little Bu Accessories - From collection brings a bright transition tiny babies to stylish girls, from summer. Non-toxic, Odourless Liliputians offer a beautiful and Wash-Off nail polishes come in range of mostly hand crafted hair trendy shades. Simple to apply and accessories to suit all occasions. dries in 2 minutes. Remove with With the party season upon us, warm water and soap. treat your little princess to a R.R.P £9.95 - ilovelittlebu.com Liliputians luxury hair accessory as the finishing touch to any attire. Prices from as little as £3 - liliputians.com The Princess and The Frock Christmas Play Dresses - These beautiful handmade play dresses offer comfort and style with an element of fun (which is what this season is all about!). From gorgeous gingerbread houses to stunning snowflakes. The Christmas dresses are just some of the fabulous clothing range offered by The Princess and The Frock. From £16 - theprincessandthefrock.com Nirvana Debonair Fashion Shirts - Made in the UK from 100% cotton, Nirvana Debonair Fashion Shirts are a must for any little prince this season and beyond! Available in sizes 1-2 years up to 13 years, every handsome tot to suave teen can enjoy a stunning shirt from this collection. Tried and tested by the Mummy and Me team, these shirts are of superior quality, 30 degrees machine washable and look fantastic! From £39.99 - nirvanadebonair.co.uk Driblet Dribble Bib - For your little Hot Tot Styling Products - If you’re looking slobber chops, dress to impress with a for styling products for your tot that are Driblet Dribble Bib. Available in a host organically made and do not use harsh chemicals then look no further. Hot Tot of colours and patterns, these cute bandana style bibs protect your child’s styling products from the USA are just that! Priced around £10 + Shipping - hottot.com party attire and look adorable too! £6 - driblet.co.uk34 | WWW.MUMMYANDMEMAGAZINE.CO.UK

Don’t Forget Dad... Christmas Gift Guide DON’T FORGET DAD Commando Dad Raw Recruits Pocket Commando Dad: Advice for A must-have manual for all dads- New Recruits to Fatherhood: From to-be. It demystifies pregnancy Birth to 12 months and childbirth; provides the In your hand is an indispensable pocket- essential back-up informationmen need to support their partners sized training manual for new dads. and prepares them for the radical Written by ex-Commando and father of changes to their life that a new BT (baby trooper) will inevitably three, Neil Sinclair, this no-nonsense guide will teach you how to prepare base bring. camp for your baby trooper’s arrival. Let R.R.P £10 - Available at Amazon training commence! R.R.P £7.99 - Available at Amazon Diamond Glass Set Diamonds don’t have to just be a ‘girl’s best friend’, these stunning novelty glasses are sharp with sophistication. Fashioned to look like diamonds, these stunning glasses stand at an angle, allowing you to rotate your glass in any way you choose! £18.95 - Prezzybox.com The Gardeners Tuck Tin For Dads who have green fingers, this tuck tin is a crucial companion that’s ideal for the allotment or great for the garden. With a spacious inside, the tin can handily hold tools as well as having a secret sliding section to store snacks. The tin comes with a selection of food and drink for the peckish plant lover Daddy! £36.95 - Prezzybox.com X-Wing Knife Block For Star Wars loving Dads this is the perfect gift this Christmas. Dad will love carving the turkey roast with this super cool knife set. Not only is this galactic knife block shaped like the x wing fighter keeping the big kids and Sci-Fi fanatics happy but it looks extremely smart and stylish to fit in with any contemporary setting! £79.95 - Prezzybox.com 35WWW.MUMMYANDMEMAGAZINE.CO.UK |

Daddy & Me ComDmaadndo Brief: Labour is an intense emotional and physical experience for the mother of your BT. Your job is essential back up support. Objective What she needs from you in terms of comfort - Required preparation for your and support may change from minuteCOMMANDO DAD - LABOUR DAY CO’s labour to minute. - Essential kit for the hospital TOP TIP Nothing can prepare you Preparation and Planning for the emotions you will On July 25 1970, Peter Prevents Poor Parental experience when your BT Sinclair drove a labouring Performance. You need to know: deploys. I felt love, fear, Ann Sinclair to the hospital. frustration, confusion and They agreed she’d call Your route to hospital, and awe – and that was within him when she could face alternatives the first hour. visitors and he went to sell The War Cry. There didn’t How to accurately time seem anything unusual in that contractions Important contact numbers You need to take: (put them in your phone) Change for hospital parking and arrangement to either my mum or vending machines dad. That’s how things were. Phone and charger Times have changed as dads Your CO’s hospital bag. Water and high energy snacks. I itnocresacuhspiipnldogbhrlyitratsht.hcweBhbailoaeurarnrensdtbtdctcgaContaeCoeDtheduohsruobOitesavrtkoil,nem.dedesiengoocddvmnoninybehtlbryohvafernheOoayiurenstoltortotpohnturhiwdculbneeetmeabghleoaenedhesn.h”urddteeoreoliTamnlxdphbigpCpts:ryihoeesoo“seCuTtrsmestDrhaeiOd.nosmioendneBdnntdlanahutit’oTvhnttolrtilnoeerOeydttwhoar.woPayodhkAlmeeIaafrsToliCowttoin.iIavonrPhmfoafemsoatsmsferhurpoeymenslmprdrttsevaeuawaIiavftnnrynoiediosgsndrrvyndgoiioncsuDeohtahneadecrweCneafbdoisOnnloemrw:tsusftitiaCsmutmhCtfrpo–Bootsepmor:CTtmofh:mfmdooGoreBetirmosa,mlamtodcnmhbpauadsoeaylansenitsnnnhdsbTadadgdeirsgrooorreOoayeopotnDDf:tphuffguyiaeescayordrrnheodoe.rutm,ofddNrioa.BojettvudhthT.esseae..t, acceptable. www.commandodad. Gentlemen, don’t let com anyone tell you what /forum your role is. You and your CO need to or follow me on Twitter: decide beforehand - with the caveat @CommandoDad that in the delivery room you need to expect the unexpected. Be guided by your CO.36 | WWW.MUMMYANDMEMAGAZINE.CO.UK

Disney’s Frozen Disney NewsSpecial Edition 3 CD Gift Set 3 CDs, 5 colour in cards,stickers and exclusive poster. £17.99 Amazon.co.ukFrozen fans are in for a treat this festive season with coronation when the citizens of Arendelle gathered a brand new fairy tale experience launching at the for the opening of the Palace gates to celebrate Elsa Disney Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique at Harrods this becoming Queen. November. Inspired by the #1 animated film of all time, the Royal Experience will join the existing Coronation Snow Queen Experience - £300 and Snow Queen Frozen experiences, which offer fans Includes the iconic dress worn by Elsa as she breaks free the chance to be transformed into Anna or Elsa. from the shackles that her powerful magic has bound her with, and heads to the mountains to ‘Let It Go’. The Disney Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique at Harrods is set in a fairy tale castle enclosed within the glittering walls Royal Experience - £1,000 of Harrods and marks the first time that a Disney Parks The Royal Experience is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. and Resorts offering has been recreated in the UK. In It includes an Elsa luxury costume, which is exclusive to the stately fitting room behind the large wooden castle Disney Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique at Harrods, dress-up doors, dazzling dresses and shimmering accessories shoes, deluxe tiara and a special sash. Also included is a are encased and within the boutique salon, ornate beauty case filled with lots of goodies, a travel case, the golden mirrors line the walls. 17” Singing Elsa Doll, the 11” Deluxe Frozen Doll Set as well as an Olaf Soft Toy. From the moment a child steps into the world, imagination becomes reality. Children are hosted by their very The full range of experiences, including those for fans of own Fairy Godmother-in-Training to learn the qualities Cinderella, Belle, Sleeping Beauty, Rapunzel, Tiana and needed to become a Princess or Knight, take a royal Snow White can be viewed at oath and enjoy the magical experience. Perfect as a gift for children aged 3-12 or for a special celebration, the www.harrods.com/disney new Frozen Royal experience is a magical addition to the current range of experiences available to choose from. Princess experiences range from £100 - £1000 and a Knight experience is available from £50. The Frozen Coronation Experience - £300 Royal Experience is available from mid-November and Includes the beautiful dress worn by Anna at Elsa’s all other Frozen experiences are available now.

Creative Learning Make The Everyday Spectacular With A Book Emma Thompson opened a stunning Peter Rabbit themed space for young people to curl up with a book.CREATIVE LEARNING - BOOKS AND ART The magical Peter Rabbit children’s section ‘For those of us lucky enough to have been read was created and donated by the book’s to as children, to have had access to books publisher Frederick Warne, who worked and libraries and to have had a love of reading with reading charity Booktrust to transform engrained in us, we each have a spectacular tale Gorton Library in east Manchester.  Frederick we can refer to which inspired a lifelong love of Warne is also donating more than £1000’s worth books. Every child should have a spectacular tale of children’s books. in their life that can start them on their reading journey and get them off to a flying start in life. Promoting the positive impact a joy of reading Peter Rabbit certainly had a big impact on me as can have on children’s lives, Oscar-winning a child and I’m thrilled to be opening the Peter actor and writer, Emma Thompson said, Rabbit library in Gorton today. I hope the local community will enjoy the space and the books and use it to transform lives.’ Following on from the success of The Further Tale of Peter Rabbit in 2012 (the first new Peter Rabbit title since Beatrix Potter’s final tale in 1930) and The Christmas Tale of Peter Rabbit in 2013, Emma Thompson triumphs once more with The Spectacular Tale of Peter Rabbit. How To Make Explosive Art!... The Hero Pup (Megan Rix) There are You will need: A must have read for lots of all young animal lovers fun ways Wax crayons for children to (including black) this Christmas. create pictures White card £5.99 - puffin.co.uk of fireworks. You Lolly Ice stick and all good Book could place blobs Instructions: Stores. of glue onto a piece of card, Colour all over the card with different flick out the glue into star shapes then scatter with bright crayons. Older children could arrange the different coloured glitter. Or perhaps you would colours in stripes, circles etc, but making sure that prefer to do some marble painting of fireworks? the whole card is covered. Place a marble into some paint (it’s a bit tricky so Now colour over the top with black crayon, grown up help is required), place a piece of blank making sure that you cover all the first layer of paper into a tray or shallow box and drop in the bright colours. paint covered marble. Moving the box will then create a painted firework image. Carefully use the popsicle stick to scrape away some of the black crayon in a swirly motion to A fun idea for an unusual fireworks picture simply reveal the colours below. Be careful not to press using wax crayons. (Younger children love to too hard or you will scrape away the coloured reveal the different colours as they create the art). crayon below!38 | WWW.MUMMYANDMEMAGAZINE.CO.UK

Free taster sessions available with Creative Learning Music Bugs LiverpoolLindsey Cooper, who runs Music Bugs The classes provide a great opportunity to meet CREATIVE LEARNING classes in the Liverpool area, has launched other mums and carers and for children to mix a number of sessions suitable for children with other children in their own age group.from birth to 4 years of age. Lindsey’s regularweekly classes encourage young children to Contact Lindsey Cooper on 07736-120-950 ordevelop, grow and explore the world around email [email protected] to reservethem through music and song during each 40minute session. Participating in a pre-school your space or to pre-book your free tastermusic and singing class encourages many session.important developmental skills for your child.Much more than just a ‘musical experience’, You might also be interested in registeringchildren will learn and develop a range of for World Nursery Rhyme Week (10th – 14thimportant skills that will help to equip them for November), an initiative organised by Musicschool and beyond. Bugs which celebrates the importance of nursery rhymes in early childhood development.Expect traditional nursery rhymes, silly songs, Participation and downloadable resources areaction songs, knee bouncers and finger play completely free and you can access furtherrhymes as well as puppets, hobby horses, information by visiting the website atbubbles, pom poms, parachutes, teddies,chiffon scarves, rhythm sticks and lots of lovely www.musicbugs.co.uk/tactile percussion instruments. world-nursery-rhyme-week Class ScheduleMonday: St. Michael’s in the Hamlet Church Hall, Aigburth 10.30 a.m. Family Bugs (mixed ages).Wednesday: Childwall Valley MethodistChurch, Childwall 9.30 a.m. Family Bugs (mixed ages)and 10.30 a.m. Baby Bugs (0-crawling).Friday: Ambergate Guide Hut, Garston10.30 a.m. Family Bugs (mixed ages). 39WWW.MUMMYANDMEMAGAZINE.CO.UK |

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