Mothers Day the Personal Way - Our Wishlist

For something classic and hand crafted, any mum would love these natural & handmade soaps from Heyland & Whittle in their chic box & tissue packaging. Containing a luxurious collection of traditionally cold pressed soaps, in a variety of deliciously scented aromas such as lavender & jasmine, they all guarantee clean, soft, and beautifully moisturised skin the natural way. Every woman needs a bag that makes a statement, and what's not love about the trusty ‘Be A Bag’s by Anya Hindmarch. Create your loved one their very own customised arm candy by uploading your chosen image via the Anya Hindmarch site, and your bag will be made to perfection by the Anya Hindmarch team. Alternatively for those celebrating soon be mothers day why not bag our Exclusive charcoal & pale pink Anya Hindmarch nappy bag, complete with changing mat and accessories purse.

For a twist on sending a traditional or even a last minute mothers day card, Paperless Post is amazing - so chic (not to mention environmentally friendly), they offer a range of options enabling you to send your very own Smython'esque stationary straight to an inbox. Plus we also love earning their world wide web stamps by referring a friend !

Should you be looking for something with a little longevity, how about an everlasting postcard from Links Of London? The everlasting postcard is a return to an old-fashioned tradition, and a unique way to give a personalised memorable gift in the form of a liquid silver plate postcard engraved with your message of choice.

Introducing The Miracle 24-Way Wrap Dress

Introducing our exclsuive new range of multi way wrap dresses from innovative US designer Butter by Nadia. These fantastic dresses made out of luxurious silk jersey can be wrapped, twisted, tied, and draped to create over 24 different looks - genius!

The empire line, and multiple styling options make them a great investment dress for maternity, and long after...or before ! They are simple, beautiful, and in jewel tones will ensure you stand out in style.

As worn by Naomi Watts, Bryce Dallas Howard, SJP, Salma Hayek, & Anne Hathaway on the red carpet, each dress comes complete with a little booklet showcasing alternative looks so there is no need to feel lost without your own personal stylist - this dress makes looking glam easy!

Bumps and Babies Mile For Sport Relief

TV personality Denise Van Outen, who is expecting her first child, has recruited a team of pregnant celebrities and famous new mums to undertake the first ever 'Bumps and Babies Mile' in aid of Sport Relief.
The challenge which takes place over 16 flagship events across the UK on Sunday 21st of March, and asks participants to walk, run, or jog1 mile and raise sponsorship to help some of the worlds most impoverished people - so mum's and bumps get in gear to stretch your legs for a good cause.

Denise said of the Sport Relief event: "A group of heavily pregnant women and power-pramming mums waddling around Battersea Park will probably be quite amusing, but it will prove that anyone and everyone can join in the fun and rise to the challenge by getting sponsored to do the Sainsbury's Sport Relief Mile."

Natasha Kaplinsky who is also undertaking the mile thanked Denise "for proving that new mums and pregnant ladies can rise to the challenge in our own way" The team of ladies will be out in force to show that everyone can take part in the Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Mile, whether they run, walk, or waddle the distance!
Click Here to sign up to your nearest sport relief mile

Wellbeing of Women's lunch with PM's wife Sarah Brown

Calling all ladies... if you haven't head of the Wellbeing of Women charity then listen up as it speaks to us all ! 'WOW' is a charity set up for women, by women, and is chaired by the actually wonderful PM's wife Sarah Brown. The charity's purpose is to research, educate, and preserve women's health, combating issues and diseases such as HRT, breast cancer, & gynaecological cancers.

me & the amazing 'Mrs B', aka Joan Burnstein founder of fashion stores Browns

I attended their annual lunch debate along with 200 inspiring and influential women. Sarah Brown spoke truly from the heart, and brought home the importance of ' Looking after "us".... because without us, there is no mummy, sister, daughter, wife or friend to act as the glue and pivotal role in our lives. Investing time in looking after yourself is not selfish, but selfless, and the security of knowledge in good health, equals security for your family. '

Top: Host Kate Silverton & Sarah Brown share a laugh. Bottom: Sara Brown's heartfelt & informative speech

Top: Telegraph Fashion Editor Hilary Alexander. Bottom: Joan Burnstein & Vice Chair Eve Pollard

Educating women about their bodies from a young age, and ensuring preventative tests are taken throughout women's lives would save so much. These points highlight some of the primary concerns for 2010 from the lunch debate:

• HRT should be an individual decision for each women being well informed about the relative risks


• All daughters should be encouraged to have the HPV vaccine


• "Are our cancer services what we should expect" revealed that whilst most thought the NHS was excellent at dealing with those suffering from cancer, more medical research needed to be done for better treatment and prevention and there should be more education and awareness so women could keep themselves well.

So spread the word, and push yourselves, your sisters, your mothers and your friends to have the tests you may not have had - be empowered by the knowledge of your health, and don't be afraid to grill doctors with questions throughout every chapter of your life....as well we all know, it's women that make the wheels go round !

Fee Drummond, Mama-la-Mode Founder

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Valentines Wish List ....

Almost too beautiful to eat, these delicious artisan chocolates by award winning chocolatier Marc Demarquette are like little boxed jewels to admire and then scoff. His luxury Tasting Box (alcohol free range available too!) contains a selection of 16 flavoured ganache chocolates made using the freshest ingredients using traditional techniques.

For those who love nothing more than beautiful scents in lovely packaging, Jo Malone has launched a range of red rose fragrances in tandem with a line of chocolates by Roccoco inspired by the by the fragrance. If that isn't romantic enough on its own, the Jo Malone Sloane Street store will engrave the scent bottle with a personalised message of your choice for free on the 13th of Feb - YES please ! Of course diamonds really are a girls best friend, but perhaps a bit much to expect on their own?! These stunning topaz studs framed in pave set diamonds are a little less extravagant an ask, and perfect for every day classic wearing. Designed by 3rd generation jeweller & semi precious stone expert Kiki McDonough, who's famed clients include the late Princess Diana - jewels good enough to make any woman feel like royalty. For the domestic goddess within us all, these heart shaped chopping boards are cute enough to make you want to get them out more often!

For the green fingered, consider this fantastic Passion Pack from the Gluttonous Gardener. An genious in designing a range of products for people who love both gardening and food. The Passion Pack includes a passion fruit plant,(one of the most exotic plants to thrive in the UK), plus a bottle of champagne all beautifully wrapped up in delicate straw & ribbon, making it the perfect gift for any garden lover.

And for mummys to be, you don't have to miss out on pretty lingerie just because you're pregnant! Our feminine & beautiful lace Nougatine range in back blush by Amoralia hits the perfect note for doing sexy & pregnant - ladies enjoy those curves !

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Pretty in Pink, new Spring collections

February is one of the most popular months for giving birth in the UK, so to avoid panic, prepare your nursing wardrobe in good time ! New-in is our deliciously pretty Tutti Frutti nursing set, lined with soft bamboo cotton for the gentlest feel on your skin. Plus our popular spotty nursing PJ's have just arrived in a lovely dusty rose colour. Fresh & pretty lingerie is essential for that feel good factor, and therefore even more important when nursing and looking at it every feed ! For quick & simple sizing help see our Bra Calculator

Mums-to-be help is at hand....

A little gem you lovely expectant mummy's-to-be may not have heard of is the wonderful service provided by the girls at Baby Concierge;

Baby Concierge does exactly what is says, and will put an end to the stressy, question-full road to preparing for motherhood. This clever company sources all the bits & bobs you need for your nursery through to nappies, delivering them all at your convenience in good time before your baby is born. And no 'concierge' is not just for the rich & famous - their promise is that their service costs no more than John Lewis, with a guarantee of no crowded lifts !

With so much going on and your body changing daily, Baby Concierge takes the stress off working out what you need by providing a consultation and shopping list service, devising with you all the things you will need for bambino. A one-stop-shop for all your baby’s needs, there is no more confusion about which cot, or car seat will work best - Baby Concierge's experienced consultants help with it all !

Baby Concierge are kindly offering a £75 discount on consultations for all Mama-la-mode shoppers (usual price £120)

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