March is the month of WOMEN!
March is the month of WOMEN! From International Women's Day earlier this month to Mother’s day at the end of the week, this month is a celebration! We’ve done a lot of reflecting on the ‘role’ of the woman and of the mother. While society has evolved in many aspects, the stereotypical characteristics of a mother haven’t changed much, and neither have their stereotypical duties in the household. For one, a large majority of childcare duties still fall on mothers. This became evermore apparent in the depth of the Pandemic when parents were asked to work from home, while homeschooling, and parenting all at the same time - an impossible task. But although in many cases both parents were in the same boat, mothers ended up doing the large majority of the homeschooling and other childcare related tasks. And it goes without saying, many of their careers suffered.
It’s not all grim though, the Pandemic has also enabled working mothers to have more of a work/life balance due to hybrid working. In some cases, working from home has enabled mothers and children to enjoy lunch together on weekdays!
While we chat to many mothers on a daily basis - it goes with the nature of our work - this post today is for all women! We’ve come up with some exciting activities for you to take a little bit of time for yourself.
Are you artsy and want to try your hand at being Frida Kahlo for an evening? Do you just need to emerge in a body of water for a lengthy amount of time to forget the real world? Or is nature where you will get your fix?
If you have little ones, we propose booking the kids in with a Creative Cocorio Sitter (guaranteed fun and creativity for the children!) whilst you take your pick at some activities we suggest below:
Artsy fun:
Paintvine
PaintVine offers an array of classes from painting, making sweet watercolour cards, pottery alongside a tipple!
Mother's Day at Biscuiteers Icing Cafes
A perfect time spent designing biscuits with your girlfriends, mothers or daughters - any of the women in your life.
Spa time:
AIRE - ancient baths
This spa day out in London takes you deep underground away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Little Venice/Camden Market Boat tour
Indulge in an afternoon on the canal followed by an aperitif at one of Little Venice’ lovely bars overlooking the canal. My vote for an aperol spritz goes to Cafe Laville window seat - La vita e bella!
Nature bunny:
The Days are getting longer, the sun is finally popping out to stay and Spring has officially sprung. Although London can seem like it’s all go and the corporate capital, there are some beautiful parks and gardens inside and outside the city to breathe in some fresh air and sweet smelling flowers. Check out the parks and gardens below:
Foraging And Cookery Course
Foraging courses available at Hampstead Heath, Horsendan Hill, Hackney Marshes Home Farm and BUckland Park Lake in the South.
Floristry Workshop
At Petersham Nurseries, learn how to create the perfect seasonal bouquet. Take it home with you and let the whole family admire your fabulous floristry work. The workshop will also teach you about maintenance and conditioning your flowers as well as perfecting the perfect gift wrap on your bouquet!
Staying active:
Tri Yoga
Why not try out a yoga or mindfulness workshop with TriYoga? With studios all over London, you are bound to find one near you!
Rock Climbing
Why not de-stress and get that serotonin pumping by attempting to climb in some of London's most acclaimed Rock Walls!
Theatre Lover:
Katherine Ryan Comedian at the london Palladium
They say laughter is the best cure for sadness so if you’re in need of a little ‘pick me up’, why not head to one very funny woman at The London Palladium!
Musicals, Plays, The arts is a platform for where women can be glorified and honoured. Why not catch some of these phenomenal female led musicals that empower women. Trust me you’ll be leaving feeling fab- u - lous!
& Juliet
Change the narrative! ‘What if Juliet's famous ending was really just her beginning? What if she decided to choose her own fate?’
Tina The musical
‘Tina Turner didn’t just break the rules, she rewrote them. This new stage musical reveals the untold story of a woman who dared to defy the bounds of her age, gender and race.’
Six
‘From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the six wives of Henry VIII take to the mic to tell their tales, remixing five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a 80-minute celebration of 21st century girl power. These Queens may have green sleeves but their lipstick is rebellious red.’
Did someone say food? (And Cocktails!!)
Breakfast Delivered in Bed.
Forman and Field are offering a delicious breakfast in bed hamper including champagne!!
Cookery Courses at The Langham London
Cookery courses covering all dietary requirements and flavourings available and in a luxurious setting right in the heart of London.
Moonshine saloon
‘Step off the streets of London and onto the streets of the Wild West to get your fair share of the illicit Moonshine empire. Grab your partners in crime, get your moonshine at the ready and come join us down at the Saloon. Make the experience extra memorable by assigning someone a unique character and watch them play out an integral part of the immersive storyline.’
We hope you liked our suggestions! Take some well deserved time for yourself, and if you have kids, we’ll look after them for you so you don’t need to worry about a thing!