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Guides
The 5 Best Coffee Shops in East London
You want great coffee AND venues that actually welcome families. Here are the East London spots that nail both.
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Emma Thompson
15 Jan 2025•8 min read
Tips
Restaurant Visits with Toddlers Do not Have to Be Chaos
Stop dreading eating out. These three strategies turn stressful restaurant trips into actually manageable outings.
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James Wilson
20 Jan 2025•4 min read
Guides
Your First Month in Leyton with a Newborn
Just moved to Leyton with a baby? Here is everything you need in those first overwhelming weeks, from essential services to where to find parent friends.
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Emma Thompson
25 Jan 2025•4 min read
Amenities
The 3 Non-Negotiable Amenities Every Parent Should Check
Before you book that table or plan that outing, these three essentials will make or break your visit.
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Sophie Martinez
1 Feb 2025•3 min read
Tips
Why 10am is the Perfect Time for Café Visits
Spoiler: it has nothing to do with your coffee order and everything to do with avoiding chaos.
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Tom Richardson
3 Feb 2025•2 min read
Amenities
The Changing Facility Reality Check: What is a Deal-Breaker
Not all changing facilities are created equal. Here is what separates the good from the "absolutely not."
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Lisa Thompson
15 Feb 2025•3 min read
Guides
5 Secret Signals a Venue is REALLY Family-Friendly
The sign says "children welcome" but these five things reveal whether they actually mean it.
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Marcus Johnson
17 Feb 2025•3 min read
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Tips
2 min
The One-Bag Coffee Shop Pack: Everything You Need
Stop overpacking. Here is exactly what you need for a stress-free café visit, nothing more.
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Amy Chen
5 Feb 2025
Guides
3 min
The Sunday Roast Test: How to Know if a Pub is Really Toddler-Friendly
Sunday lunch reveals everything you need to know about whether a pub actually welcomes families.
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James O'Connor
7 Feb 2025
Tips
2 min
The 5-Minute Maximum: Why Short First Visits Win
Stop trying to have a full meal on the first visit. Five minutes might be all you need.
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Rachel Green
11 Feb 2025
Travel
5 min
Tube Travel with Toddlers: The London Underground Survival Guide
The Tube can be brilliant or a nightmare with young kids. Here is how to make it work without the stress.
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Sarah Mitchell
19 Feb 2025
Travel
5 min
London Bus Travel with Young Kids: Why Buses Beat the Tube
Buses are slower, yes. But for families with young children, they are often the smarter choice. Here is why.
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Tom Richardson
21 Feb 2025
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