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		<title>Ask Baby Talks Nutrition &amp; Fitness with Your Final Fitness Solution</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 24 May 2013 13:27:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>angela</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Here at Ask Baby&#38;Junior Cotswold we have been hearing lots lately about Your Final Fitness Formula so we caught up with founder and fitness coach Laura Milne to find out more&#8230;</p>
<p>Eating healthily and keeping fit is tough for busy &#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Here at Ask Baby&amp;Junior Cotswold we have been hearing lots lately about Your Final Fitness Formula so we caught up with founder and fitness coach Laura Milne to find out more&#8230;</p>
<p>Eating healthily and keeping fit is tough for busy Mum’s. I know how important it is to all you Mum’s out there to be healthy and fit so you can run around with the kids and not be ill all the time. The problem is I see many Mum’s struggle every day; struggling with not having enough energy to run around after the kids, cook dinner, wash, iron etc, headaches, backache, bloated, poor skin and weak immune system. Then on top of all that many of you are simple just not happy with the way they look or feel. Kelly is a mum of two young children in Cheltenham; she needed some guidance and joined Your Final Fitness Formula 4 weeks ago. Have a read of her email here.</p>
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<p>Kelly even brought her children along to the sessions, as she didn’t have child care. Not only did Kelly get all the results she mentioned in her email she also lost 11lbs in just four weeks. Your Final Fitness Formula is now even more perfect for Cheltenham’s busy Mums like you. There are three times slots for you to chose between. You have the choice of 6am at St Edwards Junior School or 9:45am at Naunton Park on Mon, Wed &amp; Fri and then evenings at 7pm on a Mon, Tues &amp; Thur at St Edwards Junior School.</p>
<p>Ladies can mix up the sessions and come to 3-5 a week at no extra cost. The nutrition, recipes, guidance and private support group is what makes it so special and gets you results. Buggies &amp; children are welcome to the sessions, there is also a park that the kids can play on right next to where we workout so perfect for summer holidays. The next program starts on 3rd June and it runs for 4 weeks, email Laura on <a href="mailto:laura@finalfitnessformula.com" target="_blank">laura@finalfitnessformula.com</a> or visit <a href="http://www.glosladiesgethealthy.co.uk/" target="_blank">www.glosladiesgethealthy.com</a></p>
<p>As a Mum feeding your children healthy dinners can sometimes be tricky but here are two of my winning recipes that kids just love. I hope they are winners with your brood.</p>
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<h2>FISH FINGERS, CHIPS &amp; PEAS</h2>
<p><span style="color: #ff9900;"><strong>INGREDIENTS</strong></span></p>
<p>Serves 2</p>
<address>2 chunky cod fillets. (around 300g)</address>
<address>1 Celeriac</address>
<address>2 cups of garden peas</address>
<address>1 cup of ground almonds (Coconut flour if you have nut allergies, avoid wheat)</address>
<address>Teaspoon of mixed herbs or a dried herb of your choice</address>
<address>Black pepper (lots of)</address>
<address>1/2 teaspoon of Paprika (you can add chili to if you like it hot)</address>
<address>1 egg</address>
<address>Nob of butter (optional)</address>
<address>Fresh mint (optional)</address>
<p><span style="color: #ff9900;"><strong>INSTRUCTIONS</strong></span></p>
<ol>
<li>Cut the celeriac into chip shapes and bake in the oven with black pepper, chili flakes and coconut oil at 180c for around 15 minutes. Turning occasionally.</li>
<li>Place the ground almonds, plenty of black pepper, herbs and the paprika in a bowl and mix.</li>
<li>Beat the egg in a small bowl.</li>
<li>Cut the cod into finger sizes.</li>
<li>Dip the cod in the egg and then role in the flour and get it completely covered. You may need to role a few times. If you run out of mixture just make some more.</li>
<li>Once they are all coated, melt a good tablespoon of coconut oil in the pan, cook on a high heat. Once its hot place the fish in and allow to sizzle. Once it has started to golden and you can see the fish is cooking then turn them very carefully to cook the other side.</li>
<li>Steam your peas for 5-8 minutes. Once cooked place in a bowl with the nob of butter, some fresh mint leaves and mash to the consistency you like (optional)</li>
<li> Serve the chips, fish &amp; peas! YUM YUM!</li>
</ol>
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<h2>MEATBALLS &amp; CHIPS</h2>
<p><span style="color: #ff9900;"><strong>INGREDIENTS</strong></span></p>
<p>Serve 4</p>
<address>500g mince beef</address>
<address>1 jar of passata</address>
<address>2 garlic cloves</address>
<address>Fresh basil</address>
<address>1 red chilli or chilli flakes</address>
<address>Black pepper</address>
<address>2 Onions &amp; 2 Red pepper</address>
<address>3-4 Sweet potatoes</address>
<p><span style="color: #ff9900;"><strong>INSTRUCTIONS</strong></span></p>
<ol>
<li>Add the mince to the bowl</li>
<li>Finely chop the onion and red pepper. Add a third of the onions and red pepper into the beef.</li>
<li>Add one chopped garlic clove, half the red chilli, black pepper and handful of chopped basil into the beef. Mix thoroughly.</li>
<li>Make the mince mixture into round golf ball size meatballs. Bake in the oven for around 15-20minutes turning half way. Use a tray that the meatballs are elevated so the fat drips through.</li>
<li>Whilst these are cook in a pan heat some oil with the remaining garlic clove and chill. Add the onions and pepper and cook until softened. Add some dried or fresh basil.</li>
<li>Now pour in the passata jar and simmer.</li>
<li>When the balls are cooked add them to the sauce and cook for 10minutes.</li>
<li>Slice the potatoes into thin chips and bake in the oven in coconut oil.</li>
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		<title>Ask Baby&amp;Junior Cotswold Bank Holiday Weekend Guide</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2013 09:01:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>angela</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Still not decided how you are going to spend this lovely long weekend? Let us help with our top 3 picks of brilliant things to do with your family this Bank Holiday weekend&#8230;</p>
<h2>Giffords Circus</h2>
<p>In their 13th year, Giffords &#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Still not decided how you are going to spend this lovely long weekend? Let us help with our top 3 picks of brilliant things to do with your family this Bank Holiday weekend&#8230;</p>
<h2>Giffords Circus</h2>
<p>In their 13th year, Giffords proudly present, Lucky 13 – music, magic and mystery. Giffords Circus, the ultimate British summer experience, launches Lucky 13, a glamorous new show about family, gypsies, superstition, magic and mystery. Wilder and more magical than ever, this year’s show will take its audiences back in time to mysterious and foreign lands where fire, magic, puppets, illusion, dancing, hilarity, horses and Brian the goose, will star alongside world-renowned acrobats, jugglers, hand balancers, wirewalkers, magicians, tap dancers and aerial artists from all around the globe. This year they are joined by Hungarian aerial sensation Imre Bernath and Argentinean magician extraordinaire, Maximiliano Stia, as well as firm favourites Bibi and Bichu the jugglers, Pat and Kate- the vintage hand balancers, not forgetting the wonderful Ukrainian acrobats, the eccentric Nancy Trotter as Andromeda and the much-loved circus Lothario Tweedy the clown hot from the Cheltenham Everyman theatre Panto. For more info visit <a href="http://www.giffordscircus.com" target="_blank">www.giffordscircus.com</a>. Show dates &amp; times for this weekend are&#8230;</p>
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<li>Fri 24 heltenham (Pittville Gardens) 5pm / 7.30pm</li>
<li>Sat 25 Cheltenham (Pittville Gardens) 11am / 2.30pm / 7.30pm</li>
<li>Sun 26 Cheltenham (Pittville Gardens) 11am / 2.30pm 5pm</li>
<li>Mon 27 Cheltenham (Pittville Gardens) 4pm</li>
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<h2>Gloucester Tall Ships</h2>
<p>Over the Spring Bank Holiday weekend, you can look forward to seeing a flotilla of sailing vessels! Festival goers can also enjoy entertainment on land with live music, shows involving the swashbuckling Captain Jack and his pirate crew and Viking long boat battles. There will also be a range of arts and craft stalls, plus an array of delicious food and drink stalls to keep you and the family’s energy levels up throughout the weekend. When: 24th-27th May Where: Gloucester Docks Cost: FREE , £5 for a weekend wristband, including access to all ships &amp; entry to the Soldiers of Gloucestershire and Gloucester Waterways <a href="http://www.thecityofgloucester.co.uk/tallships" target="_blank">www.thecityofgloucester.co.uk/tallships</a></p>
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<h2>The Suffolks Street Fair</h2>
<p>The Suffolks Street Fair is back! Bank Holiday Monday 27th May &#8211; a Brilliant day out for all the Family with lots of stalls, refreshments family entertainment &amp; live music. Where: Suffolk Parade, The Suffolks, Cheltenham, GL50</p>
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		<title>Cute Kiddy Cuts At Cheltenham’s Newest Family Hair Salon</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2013 08:25:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>angela</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>We didn’t really want to share this with you all as its such a little gem but hey, we just cant keep it to ourselves&#8230;</p>
<p>Wooohooo, take the stress out of kiddy cuts at the newest edition to the Regent’s &#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We didn’t really want to share this with you all as its such a little gem but hey, we just cant keep it to ourselves&#8230;</p>
<p>Wooohooo, take the stress out of kiddy cuts at the newest edition to the Regent’s Arcade in Cheltenham. <a href="http://melodyshairsalon.co.uk/" target="_blank">Melody’s Hair Salon</a> on the first floor of the Regent Arcade Cheltenham has come to the rescue of families across the Cotswolds. The salon aims to take the stress out of getting your little ones hair cut by keeping them brilliantly entertained. The colourful kids chair is every little boys or girls dream with a brum like built in DVD player and the kids corner is perfect for keeping them busy while Mums get their hair done too. Parents and children will receive a first-class styling service as Melody has a passion for high quality hairdressing at a reasonable price using professional products from Osmo and Affinage.</p>
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<p>A West Wales native now living in Gloucestershire with over a decade of styling experience, Melody spotted a gap in the UK market for child-friendly hair salons. Melody’s Hair Salon is open 9:30am-5:30pm Monday to Friday and 9:00am-5.00pm on Saturday. Children’s dry trims start at £6.50. Appointments are not always necessary, but if you would like to book please call 01242 230083. For more info visit <a href="http://melodyshairsalon.co.uk" target="_blank">melodyshairsalon.co.uk</a></p>
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		<title>The Outdoor Pursuit of Happiness</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2013 11:23:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Becky Cook</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>We all know it &#8211; children need outdoor space and exercise to keep them happy. After months of being cooped up inside it’s likely that your kids are grumpy, grouchy, under-exercised and in some serious need of vitamin D. We’ve hunted &#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We all know it &#8211; children need outdoor space and exercise to keep them happy. After months of being cooped up inside it’s likely that your kids are grumpy, grouchy, under-exercised and in some serious need of vitamin D. We’ve hunted down some great physical challenges you can all try, plus some new adventuring that might help you rediscover your family mojo and perhaps some old muscles too!</p>
<h2>Wheely Good Exercise</h2>
<p>Cycling is a brilliant way to get everyone outside and exercising, and you don’t have to be Bradley Wiggins to feel the benefits. The great thing is, if you’ve already got the bikes, it’s free! But if you’re concerned about using roads with a young family in tow, then why not try some of the specific off-road trails the region has to offer. South Cerney Cotswold Water Park has loads of routes that run round the lakes and off the roads, plus you can always take a picnic and stop off at the man-made beach for a breather and splash around. If you drop in at Go By Cycle <a href="http://www.go-by-cycle.co.uk" target="_blank">www.go-by-cycle.co.uk</a>, they will be able to give you directions, plus they also hire out bikes, babyseats, tag-ons and trailers to get everyone kitted out.</p>
<p>On the other side of the Cotswolds head for the Cannop Valley Cycle Centre, Forest of Dean, where you can wind through the forest on the Family Cycle Trail or hit an adrenaline high on one of the more challenging mountain biking routes. Check <a href="http://www.wyedeantourism.co.uk" target="_blank">www.wyedeantourism.co.uk</a> for more information, plus details of where you can hire bikes and equipment.</p>
<p>Finally, over at Far Peak near Northleach there are plenty of safe cycle routes on its gorgeous 25-acre site, or you could attempt one of the amazing routes that connects the beautiful north Cotswold villages, maps are available to hire from the <a href="http://www.farpeakcamping.co.uk/camping/activities-on-site/cycling-routes" target="_blank">Far Peak centre</a>.</p>
<h2>Water Wings</h2>
<p>Don’t think that because we don’t live near the coast you can’t get your family interested in waterspouts. With plenty of former quarries now converted to lakes there are loads of opportunities to get older kids having fun on the water. Sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, kayaking and even snorkeling are all available to try at the Cotswold Water Park, near Cirencester. Try Adventure Zone, for amazing holiday adventure days based around water-orientated activities. Parents can choose to join in, or leave kids there to get on with it, <a href="http://www.adventure-zone.co.uk" target="_blank">www.adventure-zone.co.uk</a>. Or if you want to sign up for a course specifically relating to one skill check out <a href="http://www.southcerneyoutdoor.co.uk" target="_blank">www.southcerneyoutdoor.co.uk</a>, here you can learn all about the joys of paddling, sailing or windsurfing, under the watchful eye of qualified instructors.</p>
<p>For some proper beach action Cotswold Country Park &amp; Beach, <a href="http://www.cotswoldcountrypark.co.uk" target="_blank">www.cotswoldcountrypark.co.uk</a> boasts the largest inland beach in the UK, great for younger ones who will just enjoy the simple pleasures of paddling and pottering in the sand. Other facilities include boat and kayak hire, cafes and wonderful lakeside walks so well worth a trip!</p>
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<p>Croft Farm Waterpark, <a href="http://www.croftfarmleisure.co.uk" target="_blank">www.croftfarmleisure.co.uk</a>, near Tewkesbury also offer courses in windsurfing, canoeing and sailing, plus its smaller lake is much less intimidating for little people – check it out to see what they have on offer for your family.</p>
<h2>Play Hard</h2>
<p>Sometimes it’s difficult to persuade kids that exercise is fun, but there are ways you can get them to do it without them even noticing – here at Ask Baby&amp;Junior we love a good adventure playground to get heart rates racing.</p>
<p>Although it’s a little further afield we can’t resist including the awesome adventure playground at Bowood House in Wiltshire if you fancy making a day of it. Hailed as one of the best in the country, this outdoor adventure wonderland for the under 12s will have them playing for hours. A full-size pirate ship, flying fox, trampoline, death slides and scramble nets will keep the thrill-seekers occupied, whilst a newly-built area for the under 7s will hopefully satisfy those who aren’t quite so daring, with low bridges, stepping stones and balance beams. <a href="http://www.bowood-house.co.uk" target="_blank">www.bowood-house.co.uk</a>.</p>
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<p>Slightly closer to home is the fantastic fort at Sudeley Castle, Winchcombe, with loads of steps there’s no way they won’t be using every single muscle they have to keep up with each other as they wind their way through the fort, hide out in the tunnels and whoosh down the slides. <a href="http://www.sudeleycastle.co.uk" target="_blank">www.sudeleycastle.co.uk</a>.</p>
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<p>Just 20 minutes from Tewkesbury is the brilliant <a href="http://www.eastnorcastle.com/" target="_blank">Eastnor Castle </a>(home to the Big Chill Festival), boasting not only a brilliant adventure playground and a Burma rope bridge, but a junior assault course too.</p>
<p>Lastly, but by no means least, at <a href="http://www.cattlecountry.co.uk/" target="_blank">Cattle Country</a>, near Stroud, older kids can run wild in ‘Berkeley Castle’ a wicked fort with zip wire, bridges and towers, plus there’s a giant scramble net and children’s assault course, where you could play timed games to get them hot and sweaty!</p>
<h2>Little League</h2>
<p>For tiny tearaways (under 2s) you could try the fantastic water play area in Evesham, located in the great park in the centre of town, where little ones can run between the sprays, jump in the puddles and splash around – head out during the week and you should avoid all the school kids too. More details at <a href="http://www.wychavon.gov.uk" target="_blank">www.wychavon.gov.uk</a>. From the age of 3+ (minimum height 1.05m) children can use the Jungle Parc Adventure Course at Lydiard House Swindon, with over 50 different activities suitable for children, there’s plenty to keep them amused and on the move. <a href="http://www.lydiardpark.org.uk" target="_blank">www.lydiardpark.org.uk</a>.</p>
<h2>Take It To The Max</h2>
<p>Finally, if you’ve got an extreme sport dude or dudette in your house who wants something a bit more thrilling, why not check out Little Monsters Morning at <a href="http://wmski.com" target="_blank">wmski.com</a>, the waterski centre based at South Cerney Lakes. During the school summer holidays they run sessions on a Tuesday and Thursday mornings for kids aged 7-10 years. Little Monsters Morning costs £30 for two hours, including all equipment. Or you could try mountain boarding over at Bugsboarding in Maisemore, nr Gloucester, it’s like snowboarding on giant skateboards and smaller kids can try grass sledging while the big kids get rad! <a href="http://www.bugsboarding.co.uk" target="_blank">www.bugsboarding.co.uk</a>.</p>
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<p>Back over at Eastnor Castle, adrenaline junkies can sign up for the junior mudrunner, a 5k run through the mud-splattered track set up specially for younger runners to have fun and get messy! 29-30 June. <a href="http://www.mudrunner.co.uk/junior" target="_blank">www.mudrunner.co.uk/junior</a>.</p>
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		<title>Latitude Festival :: 18th-21st July 2013 :: Henham Park</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2013 07:19:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>angela</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>For families that love to party <a href="http://www.latitudefestival.co.uk" target="_blank">Latitude</a> is an electrifying three day feast of arts, culture and great music, all spread around the beautiful Hensham Park in Southwold, Suffolk. The winner of the best 2012 Family festival award recently announced that &#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For families that love to party <a href="http://www.latitudefestival.co.uk" target="_blank">Latitude</a> is an electrifying three day feast of arts, culture and great music, all spread around the beautiful Hensham Park in Southwold, Suffolk. The winner of the best 2012 Family festival award recently announced that Bloc Party, Kraftwerk 3-D and Foals will be headlining this years event. Boasting an exclusive festival performance from Grizzly Bear Latitude will also be joined by influential acts such as Richard Thompson Electric Trio, Rudimental, Stornoway, Tim Burgess, John Grant and Duane Eddy. Add to this the star-studded Comedy line-up, critically acclaimed Literary Arena, Theatre Arena and the sensational Cabaret Area the festival has pretty much covered all entertainment bases.</p>
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<p>Latitude is the perfect place for festival goers of any age and they have a ton of stuff to offer family audiences. Surrounded by woodland and colourful sheep, the Children’s Arena is huge, practically its own little festival world, offering a buzzing area of wildlife hunts, daring stunts, art and crafts, dance and drama workshops, theatre and puppet shows, woodland adventures and lots more. With everything from pond dipping and face painting to helter skelter rides it promises to keep the kids entertained all day and night. There are even activities for the tiniest of bambinos, plus fun in the family campsite for early risers that can&#8217;t wait to play. For some down-time (if needed!) you can head to the chill-out tent for parents and young kids, which provides free tea, coffee, squash, snacks, sunscreen and even books to take back to your tents. There’s also a special childrens bedtime story in the main Literature Tent at night time if they need some winding down after an action packed day. The Inbetweeners Area is a space for teens who want their own space at Latitude and features music, media and technology workshops, bushcraft skills, wild play and assault courses suspended in the trees.</p>
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<p>Latitude is very relaxed festival with an enormous range of things to do for all members of the family. Going to a festival like this for three nights really feels like a mini holiday, that you just won&#8217;t want to come home from. For more information and to buy tickets head over to <a href="http://www.latitudefestival.co.uk" target="_blank">www.latitudefestival.co.uk</a>. A handy instalment plan is available if you want to spread the cost of a Latitude weekend ticket between now and July. Weekend adult tickets £182.50/ Weekend accompanied teen ticket (13-15 years) £132.50 / Weekend child (5-12 years) tickets £5.00 / Adult day tickets Fri, Sat, Sun £77.50/ Child (5-12 years) day tickets Fri, Sat, Sun £5.00.</p>
<h2>Win Family Ticket!</h2>
<p>We’ve teamed up with the lovely Latitude to give you the chance to win standard weekend tickets for two adults and two children worth £400, whooo hooo! Simply email <a href="mailto:info@askbabycotswold.co.uk" target="_blank">info@askbabycotswold.co.uk</a> with the words ‘Latitude Love’ in the subject line. Please include a contact number. Closing date is the 7th of June when a winner will be selected at random. Good luck!</p>
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		<title>Wychwood Festival :: 31st-2nd June 2013 :: Cheltenham Racecourse</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 11:52:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>nina</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Once you are blessed with the wonders of parenting many things change and evolve. And one of these is ‘early hours night clubbing’ and enjoying ‘hedonistic’ nights. In the exhausting yet exhilarating haze of late night feeding, broken sleep and &#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Once you are blessed with the wonders of parenting many things change and evolve. And one of these is ‘early hours night clubbing’ and enjoying ‘hedonistic’ nights. In the exhausting yet exhilarating haze of late night feeding, broken sleep and general parenting duties, ‘Ravey Dave’ soon becomes ‘Civilised Charlie’ and ‘Party Pickle Patricia’ morphs very quickly into ‘Captain Sensible’. Those disco dancing daylight returns disappear into the horizon quicker than a puff of steam escaping from your steriliser unit.</p>
<p>But this is not necessarily a bad thing. Quite a relief in fact. Here at Ask Baby&amp;Junior we believe it is something to be embraced. After all, this is just the next chapter in your journey of being part of something much bigger and more meaningful. So what’s the alternative for muso-lovin’ parents that are keen to let loose and re-capture their youth but with the entire flock in the flow? Festivals for the family, that’s what!</p>
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<p>Britain’s best-loved family, folk and world music festival <a href="http://www.wychwoodfestival.com" target="_blank">Wychwood</a>, returns to the picturesque Gloucestershire countryside, home of Cheltenham Racecourse from 31st May to 2nd June. Returning for its ninth annual outing 2013’s Wychwood Festival promises to deliver an enticing entertainment program suitable for all the family from adults to teenagers and children alike.</p>
<p>Music comes courtesy of a host of nostalgic and modern-day artists including 80’s legends The Human League, pop starlet Kate Nash and folk sensation Sam Lee. Friday will officially be ‘Feel Good Friday’ with the sensational 90’s legends Soul II Soul kicking off a weekend of festival fun with big-hitters Toploader and extended opening hours to give visitors a full day of additional entertainment. Sunday’s main stage opens with CBeebies’ very own gardening hero Mr Bloom and a spot of noisy story telling across the weekend in the Roald Dahl Museum. BBC6 Music and Radio 2 host Craig Charles brings his popular funk and soul radio show to the festival, whilst musical comedy genius Bill Bailey will headline Sunday’s main stage.</p>
<p>Another exciting addition to the music offering is collaboration with London promoter Smashing Blouse, who will be curating Saturday’s Big Top stage. Championing new and up-and-coming acts, Smashing Blouse has invited acts such as the enchanting Lucy Rose and much hyped Mausi, bands Cave Painting, Public Service Broadcasting and History of Apple Pie.</p>
<p>Moreover, Wychwood Festival is so much more that a music festival, with an enviable program of children’s literature, poetry, theatre and dance workshops, comedy and even a beer festival courtesy of Wychwood’s very own brewery. With over 70 workshops on offer, from musical theatre to Ukulele playing to clay modeling, there really is something for everyone at Wychwood Festival.</p>
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<p>Wychwood leads the field when it comes to delivering entertainment that can be enjoyed by each member of the family, young or old. It is the only festival in the UK to have a dedicated Children’s Literature Festival in association with Waterstones, the UK’s largest book retailer, which hosts some of the biggest and best children&#8217;s authors the UK has to offer for a series of readings and activities. Not only this but the team from the ever-popular Roald Dahl Museum &amp; Story Telling Centre will be returning this year to help children delve into the world of the classic author and for the first time this year Wychwood will welcome the Booktrust to the festival to educate children and parents alike in ways to make literacy fun. All this really does make for an unrivaled children&#8217;s program across the weekend.</p>
<p>Also new to this year’s agenda is DocTent, a unique and never-before-seen space where festival-goers are invited to delve into the world of documentary film. There will also be the chance to play a part in the extraordinary WychDoc Project. A truly collaborative effort, this will be a documentary filmed and edited entirely by festival-goers and free to view during and after the weekend.</p>
<p>For the very first time at Wychwood, the incredible Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain have invited festival-goers to be a part of the ensemble for an exclusive one-off performance. Be sure to bring your ukuleles to the festival and attend one of the workshops to find out more…</p>
<p>Wychwood Festival takes place on Cheltenham Racecourse from 31st May-2nd June 2013. Weekend Festival Tickets for Adults are £120, Under 10’s go free but must register for a ticket. Day Tickets are available from £37 for Adults. Visit <a href="http://www.wychwoodfestival.com" target="_blank">www.wychwoodfestival.com</a> for more information and to buy tickets.</p>
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		<title>Win Tickets For Giffords Circus And The Brand New Show Lucky 13</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2013 08:39:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>angela</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>In their 13th year, Giffords proudly present, Lucky 13 – music, magic and mystery. <a href="http://www.giffordscircus.com" target="_blank">Giffords Circus</a>, the ultimate British summer experience, launches Lucky 13, a glamorous new show about family, gypsies, superstition, magic and mystery.</p>
<p>Produced by Nell Gifford, &#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In their 13th year, Giffords proudly present, Lucky 13 – music, magic and mystery. <a href="http://www.giffordscircus.com" target="_blank">Giffords Circus</a>, the ultimate British summer experience, launches Lucky 13, a glamorous new show about family, gypsies, superstition, magic and mystery.</p>
<p>Produced by Nell Gifford, Lucky 13 will open in Broadway on May 16th. Directed by the critically acclaimed Cal McCrystal, whose repertoire includes One Man, Two Guvnors and The Dictator, his comedy genius will once again guide their travelling troupe along a magical and hilarious journey to the village greens of the Cotswolds this summer, aided by assistant director and previous Giffords Circus star John Walton.</p>
<p>As ever a triumphant cacophony of musicians will fill the tent with fantastical sounds. This year a wild Serbian Gypsy trio battle a delicate classical ensemble for the spotlight under the watchful eye of Music co-ordinator Nick Hooper who joins the show for the first time, from the Harry Potter films!</p>
<p>Wilder and more magical than ever, this year’s show will take its audiences back in time to mysterious and foreign lands where fire, magic, puppets, illusion, dancing, hilarity, horses and Brian the goose, will star alongside world-renowned acrobats, jugglers, hand balancers, wirewalkers, magicians, tap dancers and aerial artists from all around the globe. This year they are joined by Hungarian aerial sensation Imre Bernath and Argentinean magician extraordinaire, Maximiliano Stia, as well as firm favourites Bibi and Bichu the jugglers, Pat and Kate- the vintage hand balancers, not forgetting the wonderful Ukrainian acrobats, the eccentric Nancy Trotter as Andromeda and the much-loved circus Lothario Tweedy the clown hot from the Cheltenham Everyman theatre Panto.</p>
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<p>Giffords Circus began in 2000, set up by Nell and Toti Gifford; to date it has delighted audiences of over half a million people with its travelling vintage extravaganza. Set in Serbia, in the mysterious world of the gypsies, Lucky 13 offers family audiences a dazzling adventure with the most wonderful live music you will hear anywhere in the world.</p>
<p>Quite simply this is a must-see for the local parenting community. Absolutely the finest ‘circus-chic’ for the Cotswolds. For more info visit <a href="http://www.giffordscircus.com" target="_blank">www.giffordscircus.com</a>.</p>
<h2>Win Tickets&#8230;</h2>
<p>Ask Baby&amp;Junior has 2 adult and 2 child tickets up for grabs for the Cheltenham show on Friday the 24th May at 5pm. To be entered in to the prize draw simply email <a href="mailto:info@askbabycotswold.co.uk" target="_blank">info@askbabycotswold.co.uk</a> with the words ‘Lucky 13’ in the email header by Friday the 17th of May.</p>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 May 2013 09:28:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Becky Cook</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<h2>GOING UP</h2>
<p><strong>Dahl Delights…</strong> James and The Giant Peach is coming to the Everyman Theatre this May 21-25, so if you’re a lover of all things Roald, and want to share your childhood hero with your Minpins then catch The &#8230;</p>]]></description>
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<p><strong>Dahl Delights…</strong> James and The Giant Peach is coming to the Everyman Theatre this May 21-25, so if you’re a lover of all things Roald, and want to share your childhood hero with your Minpins then catch The Birmingham Stage Company’s production of this children’s classic. Expect lots of fun, frolics and some seriously whizzpopping action for children and adults alike. <a href="http://www.everymantheatre.org.uk/" target="_blank">www.everymantheatre.org.uk.</a></p>
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<p><strong>Vintage Style Homeware…</strong> The Joules Store in Cheltenham has just launched a homeware section, and we’re pretty smitten with the beautiful moses basket with gorgeous vintage-style bedding. And with scrummy pram blankets, sleeping bags and cot bumpers too it looks like Cotswold nurseries just got a bit nicer! <a href="http://www.joules.com" target="_blank">www.joules.com.</a></p>
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<p><strong>Fathers’ Day Fun…</strong> June 16 is Fathers’ Day, so why not do something fun together – Daddies deserve a treat too. <a href="http://www.gwsr.com/" target="_blank">GWR Railway</a> hosts a Fathers’ Day Cream Tea special or if he’s a music lover get tickets for Cheltenham Ukulele Festival (under 12s are free) on June 21, <a href="http://www.ukulelefestival.co.uk" target="_blank">www.ukulelefestival.co.uk</a>. Alternatively, keep it simple with breakfast in bed, a homemade card or a certificate for the World’s Best Dad, we’ve got more DIY Dad gifts ideas online <a href="http://askbabycotswold.co.uk/editorial/diy-fathers-day-gift-ideas" target="_blank">here.</a></p>
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<p><strong>Lovin pre-loved…</strong> Newly opened shop Poppys and Harrys, specialising in pre-loved clothes, baby equipment, toys and books. The shop has a lovely boutique vibe and parents with young children can enjoy stress free shopping with a private feeding lounge, sofa, microwave, feeding cushions and a separate changing area that isn&#8217;t in a toilet! 47 Westgate Street, Gloucester. <a href="http://www.poppyandharrys.com." target="_blank">www.poppyandharrys.com.</a></p>
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<p><strong>Cute Cossie Containers&#8230;</strong> The Paddle Pak from Trunki has got us all excited about heading to the beach/pool. No more little wet backs from soggy swimmers, the Paddle Pak keeps damp towels and trunks locked safely away, plus it’s got high-vis straps, a special grip for goggles/ sunnies and a cool little pocket for beach treasure-trove. Plus the super-cute, bright, bold animal designs are irresistible. PaddlePak is the perfect partner for days out, school and trips to the beach or pool. Priced at £19.99 for more info visit <a href="http://www.trunki.com" target="_blank">www.trunki.com.</a></p>
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<p><strong>Downy Duckling Days&#8230;</strong> A chance to go behind-the-scenes at Slimbridge Duckery to learn how they rear thousands of young birds each year and to see the fluffy youngsters. Learn about eggs, incubation and hatching. Downy Duckling tours will run through the week, book on one on your arrival. For younger visitors there is also a duckling crèche in the classroom so they can see the ducklings without the tour. Paper and craft activities are on offer in the Centre too. Sat 25th May to Sun 2nd June <a href="http://www.wwt.org.uk/visit/slimbridge" target="_blank">www.wwt.org.uk/visit/slimbridge</a></p>
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<h2>GOING DOWN</h2>
<p><strong>Elitist Motherhood…</strong> The Times recently featured an article on a new maternity retreat opening on the Kings Road, Chelsea, London, (yes Kings Road, where you go for great shopping!) where new mums can go to learn about being a mother. You can have a restful few days postpartum to get used to parenthood, with round the clock support on hand, and special bonding time with baby – wonderful and at £800 a night, we’ll all be signing up for this one sharpish, as soon as we win the Lottery! We’ll stick to friends, family, NCT and breastfeeding groups for our support!</p>
<p><strong>Holiday Price Hike…</strong> arghghghg, it’s just not fair, with all of us desperate for a bit of sunshine after the dark cold winter why do holiday companies insist on putting up prices during the school holidays? We’re all feeling the pinch during this double dip, so why not give families a break, keep the prices manageable, and make life much happier for all of us – please.</p>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 09 May 2013 05:58:21 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Headmaster Stephen McKernan is delighted with the outcome of the recent visit by the Independent Schools Inspectorate at St Edward’s Junior School where the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) has been described as “outstanding” in every aspect of its provision.&#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Headmaster Stephen McKernan is delighted with the outcome of the recent visit by the Independent Schools Inspectorate at St Edward’s Junior School where the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) has been described as “outstanding” in every aspect of its provision.</p>
<p>The Early Years Foundation Stage covers the education of children up to the age of 5. The EYFS has benefited from a six figure investment, which was the first project undertaken by the Headmaster when he arrived two years ago.</p>
<p>The Inspection Team described the leadership and management of the early years provision as being outstanding and noted the excellent tracking to evaluate progress of individual children. They commented that at the end of the children’s time in the early years, extremely high profile scores show that the expectations of Early Learning Goals have been well exceeded. The provision for the children’s well-being was outstanding and the Inspection Team were impressed with the extremely well resourced rooms and striking Italian inspired art studio. In this dedicated art room paint brushes are kept in pots made from a fallen tree in the grounds and the room is full of coloured paints, crayons, felts and feathers. “The space is a real inspiration and in this short term the confidence and creativity of the children has blossomed” commented St Edwards.</p>
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<p>Lynn Young, Manager of St Edward’s Kindergarten and Kate France, Head of the Infant Department are jointly responsible for the Early Years provision and were confident that the inspectors would be impressed.</p>
<p>Kate France commented, “We are delighted that the inspectors recognised the happiness and enthusiasm our children experience each day as they play and learn. The staff work exceptionally hard to provide excellent care and education and the report is a tribute to their dedication and expertise. We have developed an excellent partnership with our parents and we are all committed to ensuring our children reach their full potential in every way.”</p>
<p><a href="http://askbabycotswold.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/EYFS-Tyres.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-3737" title="EYFS Tyres" src="http://askbabycotswold.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/EYFS-Tyres-300x257.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="257" /></a>Lynn Young added, “A child’s formative years provide the foundation upon which their life is built and we have always worked hard to ensure we provide the very best start in life. I am particularly thrilled that the Inspectors were impressed with our Italian inspired art room. We have just invested in this space and it has been incredible to see even the youngest of children grow in confidence and creativity. We are delighted that the Inspection Team have given us this outstanding report”.</p>
<h2>Open Morning</h2>
<p>St Edwards will be holding a School Friends &amp; Family Working Open Morning on Thursday 23rd May 9.30 &#8211; 12.30 pm. All welcome to come and look around the school and see the school in a normal working day. Refreshments will be available throughout the morning. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.stedwards.co.uk" target="_blank">www.stedwards.co.uk</a> or call 01242 538900.</p>
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		<title>The Most Magical Mini Moments</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2013 09:28:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>angela</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p>Ask Baby&#38;Junior recently had the pleasure of meeting the lovely Emma Whitehouse, founder of the fab new <a href="http://www.minimoments.co.uk/" target="_blank">Mini Moments</a> classes. Launched earlier this year Mini Moments aims to provide parents with a local non-franchised company, committed to providing quality courses &#8230;</p>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ask Baby&amp;Junior recently had the pleasure of meeting the lovely Emma Whitehouse, founder of the fab new <a href="http://www.minimoments.co.uk/" target="_blank">Mini Moments</a> classes. Launched earlier this year Mini Moments aims to provide parents with a local non-franchised company, committed to providing quality courses in Baby Massage, Baby Yoga and Rhythm Kids. Emma has two sons and appreciates that becoming a new mum or dad can be a challenging yet rewarding time.</p>
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<p>All of the three courses that Mini Moments offer are activities that empower parents and allow them to take time out of their lives to relax and spend quality time with their new babies. Alongside enhancing and nurturing the bond between you and your baby, the courses also support your baby’s health and development – there are many benefits, which include digestion, circulation, skin condition, strength, balance, brain development, language, coordination and can also help with colic, eczema, teething and establishing a routine. Emma is also specialist trained in Infant Massage for Premature and Special Needs Babies and are proud to be able to support all families.</p>
<p>Mini Moments classes are taught in small, intimate groups. This provides quality time for learning, relaxation, reflection, support and the building of friendships with other parents. As well as scheduled courses, Mini Moments can tailor courses to suit your needs through One-to-One or Private Group sessions –this option enables a specific group of parents to do the course together.</p>
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<p>The courses are all taught by Emma. She is an Accredited Member of The Guild for Sensory Development and IPTI. Emma has a BSc (Hons) in Biology, enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) certificate and is a qualified teacher (PGCE) with over 12 years of experience in education and adult coaching. Mini Moments will also be providing Doula services and Birthlight Pregnancy and Active Birth Yoga from September 2013</p>
<h2>*Exclusive Reader Offer*</h2>
<p>Simply Quote ‘Ask Baby’ for 10% off when booking classes in May or June. For more information, schedules and benefits of all Mini Moments courses visit <a href="http://www.minimoments.co.uk" target="_blank">www.minimoments.co.uk</a> or email <a href="mailto:emma@minimoments.co.uk" target="_blank">emma@minimoments.co.uk</a></p>
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