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Summer fun
The evenings are getting lighter, the temperature's rising and as we enter this sunny month, we've got a sizzling hot e-shot jam packed with loads of local events, news and hot products all set to get you ready for a fantastic May. Plus, for even more features, articles, events and our comprehensive directory don't forget to visit our website.
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 Breastfed babies are brighter
It's National Breastfeeding week 11th-18th May, but did you know that breastfed babies could be brighter? New research has found evidence to show that breastfeeding can cause a child to do better academically than they would have done if they were fed on infant formula. In every test children who had been breastfed did better.
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| Events coming up this month |
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7-8 May
If you are thinking about getting a pet but unsure what is the best choice for you and your baby then the London Pet Show at Olympia National Hall, Docklands is a must. The show will be a pet bonanza packed with hundreds of different animals along with animal action displays including dog agility, heelwork to music, cat agility, ferret racing, rabbit jumping and pig agility and informative talks to answer any question you have.
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13 May-6 August
The Polka Theatre in Wimbledon will be bringing the much-loved stories and illustrations of former children's laureate Quentin Blake to life in their All Join In and Other Stories production. The unique show sees Mr Magnolia, Mrs Armitage, Patrick and other colourful characters from Quentin Blake's famed picture books, move from page to stage, with music from acclaimed composer Ben Glasstone.
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28 May-5 June
There is nothing like the taste of your own freshly grown fruit and veg. So this May half term why not teach your little ones about all the benefits of gardening at Chartwell, Kent's Grow Your Own Week. During the fun event you and your children can get your hands dirty and have a go at planting and harvesting in Chartwell's very own family vegetable patch. You'll also find children's trails and activities, walk sheets available from car park.
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8 May
The English National Opera at London's Colliseum will be hosting a special Opera Tot evening, so as you enjoy Terry Gilliam's opera directorial debut in a surreal production of Berlioz’s Damnation of Faust, little ones will be cared for in the crèche located in the American Bar of the London Coliseum. Trained crèche workers and a trained music facilitator will be on hand to supervise children 6 months to 4 years.
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16-22 May
Alongside Real Nappy Week, Real Nappies for London will be conducting a 'Switch at 6' campaign with a series of 'pop-up' shops in London stores on the High Street, libraries, markets, cafes and cinemas. The aim of the campaign is to show mums that they can still use real nappies even if they didn't start when their baby was born, because at 6 months or even older your baby usually needs fewer changes meaning fewer nappies to wash and dry.
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14 May
The NCT Lewisham Nearly New Sale at Forest Hill Methodist Church, London has everything you could possibly need for your newborn, from baby clothes and toys to books, equipment and maternity wear. And because NCT Nearly New Sales are renowned for selling items of excellent quality and genuinely in a "nearly new" condition, you can rest assured that you are getting extremely good value.
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 Keep an eye on your child's BMI
For National Childhood Obesity Week (4-10 July 2011), NHS Choices, the NHS health information website, is asking parents to check their child’s body mass index (BMI) and take a more proactive approach to managing their child’s weight. According to NHS Choices research a shocking 3 in 10 children in Britain are overweight or obese.
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| Highlights from this month |
 Royal Fun
Last month as the city joined together for the wedding of Kate and Will, Harvington Prep School, Ealing celebrated in style with a History Day where children and teachers came to school dressed as monarchs. On the day children also learnt about the kings and queens of England and royal weddings of the past.
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VUPbaby
Save 15% at VUPbaby when you quote BABY15 at the basket.
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Born to Toddle
Save 10% at Born to Toddle when you quote BTTLON.
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Tootsie and Fudge
Save 20% at Tootsie and Fudge when you quote BABYMAY11.
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Baby Stork
20% off all maternity/nursing lingerie and sleepwear by HOTmilk and Cake Lingerie between the 11-18th May.
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| Babboe |
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Fun family bike.
Priced £1,249.00
Special Offer for Baby London readers - £150 off a Babboe Bike.
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| Splash About Float Jacket |
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Comfortable, safe float jacket.
Priced £24.95
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| Kids Animal Antics Chair |
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Wild chair, perfect for camping.
Priced £12.99
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| Baby London App |
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You can now catch up with all our local features, great articles, latest news, real stories, events and competitions in our brand new app.
Priced £1.79
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