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London Fashion Week: PPQ catwalk report
Percy Parker and Amy Molyneax have developed PPQ into a London label with a formidable following. This season saw the pair attract a crop of London celebrities including Peaches...
London Fashion Week: Bora Aksu catwalk report
Bora can always be relied upon to inject a sense of other-worldiness into London Fashion Week and this season the designer didn't disappoint with a fairytale collection. Dramatic...
London Fashion Week: Caroline Charles catwalk report
Caroline Charles' career has spanned four decades and she remains one of the favourites on the London catwalks. This season she explores a colour palette which encompasses sun-soaked...
London Fashion Week: Basso and Brooke catwalk report
As hordes of disappointed fashion followers were left outside Basso and Brooke's show at the BFC's tents, those who managed to get in were treated to a magical trip into a collection...
London Fashion Week: John Rocha catwalk report
John Rocha may be based in Dublin but he is regarded by many as one of the finest "British" designers who regularly shows at London Fashion Week. For summer 2010 Rocha's colour...
London Fashion Week: Twenty8Twelve catwalk report
Savannah and Sienna Miller's Twenty8Twelve label streamed its show live on the web from the label's newly-launched website and Savannah has been busy sharing her thoughts through...
London Fashion Week: Paul Smith catwalk report
It was hot shades of summer all the way at Paul Smith spring/summer 2010. A bright pink tailored suit with red brogues and a red bowler hat set the tone for a show which showcased...
London Fashion Week: Eley Kishimoto catwalk report
One of the pleasures of Eley Kishimoto's shows is that they always inject colourful optimism into the hectic schedule and you emerge as if you have been submerged in a technicolour...
Kylie launches men's fragrance
Kylie Minogue is set to launch her first fragrance for men next month. Inspired by men, Inverse for Men is a fresh oriental scent featuring top notes of lavender, mixed with patchouli...
Samsonite partners with McLaren to launch luggage range
Samsonite and McLaren have combined forces to produce a range of luxury luggage: the McLaren Sport Samsonite Black Label collection. Through its partnership with McLaren, Samsonite...
Cervical stitching (cerclage)
Cervical stitching is a procedure for pregnant women who have a weak cervix. Find out what it involves. The cervix normally stays tightly closed throughout pregnancy. It changes...
Childcare arrangements
Choosing who will look after your child when you go back to work is a major decision. Here's our guide to the different childcare options. Choosing childcare arrangements Choosing...
Paternity leave
Who's entitled to paternity leave and when can it be taken? Here's our guide to the ins and outs of paternity leave. Who can take paternity leave? A man can take paternity leave if he...
Getting back in shape after pregnancy
Find out what you should be doing over the weeks following the birth of your baby to help you get back on form and in shape. Diet- A healthy diet is an essential part of your...
Pelvic floor exercises
Pelvic floor exercises restore the strength and elasticity of the pelvic floor. But what exactly is the pelvic floor, and why are the exercises necessary? What is the pelvic floor...
Post-pregnancy diet
If you aren't breastfeeding or have stopped doing so, you can start to diet fairly soon after giving birth, if you wish to, but take note of our advice. Losing weight after pregna...
Reflux in babies
Reflux is when the contents of the stomach come back up towards the mouth after feeding. Read about the complications of reflux and treatments for babies. RefluxReflux in babies...
Fever in babies
38°C, 39°C... your baby has a fever and you don’t know what else to do to offer him/her relief. How should you react? Should you consult a doctor straight away? Here is some advice...
Essential clothing for baby
Clothing is generally the first thing that mums-to-be buy when they’re pregnant. Who can resist those cute miniature-sized items of clothing! Here’s a summary of the essential...
Episiotomy
An episiotomy is sometimes used during the delivery of a baby. What does it involve and what are the consequences? What is an episiotomy?During childbirth, an episiotomy is performed...