I was sitting on the floor next to my 20-month-old investigating his new Fisher Price Laugh & Learn Kitchen when I looked up to catch the hubby eyeing me with

Fri: Get Crafty with Mum's the Word, Stoke Newington N16 Try your hands at making a gorgeous corsage, while enjoying tea, cake and soft play for the babes at this brand

From the time he started gnawing on everything around him, my youngest Jed loved to munch on paper. This wasn't just a teething thing, he genuinely loved the taste. I'd

Mum of three Gillian Boateng is the creator of the sensational 'Cupcake in a Jar'. We invited her into our VIB (Very Important Babes) lounge to talk about her business,

Some people (not this mama!) would have you believe that cupcakes have had their moment. In a crowded market of fluffy sponge and extravagant icing, you have to do something special

Our pick of family-friendly events this month. We will update these listings through the month so do check back. Natural History Museum Ice Rink, SE1 (Nov 5-Jan 9, 2011) Fantastic Mr Fox,

Despite grim weather forecast and fire brigade strike, thousands of Londoners will be heading to these hotspots to watch the sparks fly for Guy Fawkes Night. Come on baby, light

Fri: Crystal Palace Park Fireworks Catch the kids' show from 7pm with colourful lights and less noisy bangs then watch the grand display from 8.30pm, set to music! Free, gates open