JL Dulwich
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Hi Someone else posted this in the Lounge section, but I thought it might be helpful to have the details in the family section as well. Kids under 5 are admitted free to Tower Bridge, and adults able to provide a photo ID and proof of Southwark residence (e.g. utility bill, council tax bill) can enter for ?1. I took my son last week and it was a great day out. It was a short walk, beside the river, from London Bridge station and we chose a day where the bridge was scheduled to lift twice, which was exciting to watch. There are lifts up to the walkways, so you'll have no problem taking a pram, and there is a really large disabled / baby changing toilet next to the lift that takes you downstairs. Kids are also given a really nice free workbook and pencil. Once you come out of Tower Bridge, there is a second lift a short walk away, which will take you down to the same level as the engine room (cool for kids who like to see big machines / how things work).
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Thanks so much for posting this. I took my son last week and it was brilliant. Kids under 5 go free and, even though I only paid ?1 to get in, my son still got given a little workbook and pencil.
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What's normal food at nursery?
JL Dulwich replied to JL Dulwich's topic in The Family Room Discussion
Thanks, Goldilocks. It's good to know that another nursery has changed their lunch options based on feedback. Much as I would rather avoid it, I think I will have to be 'that parent'. -
Hello all I was wondering if anyone knew what was 'standard' for nurseries to offer children to eat? Specifically, is it usual for kids to be offered dessert (e.g. chocolate ice-cream, biscuits etc) at every lunch time? I'd rather my child eat fruit salad for dessert, since this is what he is offered at home (with ice-cream etc reserved for treats, rather than an every day occurrence), but I don't want him to be the odd one out at nursery. Has anyone else had any experience with this? I do actually make a packed lunch for our child (at the nursery's request), but they still offer him sweets afterwards. Today I was told that, since he ate the sugary dessert they offered, they didn't even bother asking him if he'd like the fruit I packed for him! So...what is normal??? Thanks
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Immunisation booster for teenagers
JL Dulwich replied to wonderwoman's topic in The Family Room Discussion
In the UK, a child has to be 16 or older to consent to their own medical treatment. I'd suggest doing your own research about the specific vaccination your school is offering, then, depending on your child's age, discuss your decision and the reason behind it with your child. Vaccinations tend to be an emotive issue, but neither you nor your child should be pressured into any sort of medical treatment. Don't feel guilty or embarrassed to take the time to look into and carefully consider what is right for your child. If you're looking for further information, one company my midwife told me about is www.babyjabs.co.uk. There's some high-level info on the website, but I found the book more useful. (I noticed a few copies available in Dulwich library, so you don't have to buy one, unless you want to keep it for reference.) -
Theft from Goose Green kid's playground
JL Dulwich replied to JL Dulwich's topic in The Family Room Discussion
Unfortunately, it was an adult, according to the woman who saw the item taken. Adults should know not to steal and children should be taught not to steal. We were shockingly poor when I was young and no one in the family ever stole, so I have no tolerance for those that do. -
Today, someone stole my 18 month old's lunchbag (including all contents - milk, lunch, bib etc) from the pram whilst my mum was playing with my child. I wrote about this in the 'stolen' section, but thought I should add it here so that parents can be extra vigilant with their belongings. Fortunately, we always carry our respective handbags on us, but I never thought I'd have to worry about someone stealing a baby's lunch from a children's playground. From now on, I'm going to keep the pram right next to us, which will make playing more difficult, but it seems that's what's necessary, and we certainly can't afford to replace it.
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Today (10.07.17) someone stole my baby's lunchbox from his pram. My mother had taken my baby out to play in the kid's playground between Goose Green and The Flying Pig cafe. While she was playing with my son, someone rummaged through the pram (not a lot in it, frankly) and stole his black and green M&S cool bag, with his milk, bib and fresh lunch inside. Needless to say, a very sad 18 month old came home; hot, thirsty and hungry. I am beyond furious. How dare someone steal from a baby!!!! Not to mention the fact that we can ill-afford to replace his lunchbox cool bag, ice-boards, mini lunch boxes etc. I pack his lunch, because it's cheaper than eating out and I know exactly what went into his meal. We go without fresh fruit, so that our child can enjoy it - not so some lazy, thoughtless toe rag can steal it! A woman sitting next to our pram, who had been chatting to my mum and child and knew the pram was ours, watched another woman steal from it without a word of protest or calling out. If you see something similar, please say something - you don't have to approach the would-be thief, but at least call out to the owner, to let them know someone is robbing them! Also, if you happen to come across a black and green M&S cool bag...we'd really like it back. -
Dulwich Festival Fair on Goose Green
JL Dulwich replied to titch juicy's topic in General ED Issues / Gossip
We visited the fair at about 11:15am and although busy, there was still room to comfortably walk around with a stroller. It seemed much better laid out than previous years - enough stalls to make it interesting, but well spaced, making it really easy to walk around and look at everything. The free balloons made our little one's day, as did the friendly stall holders, who waved and engaged with him. The donkey rides were such a good idea! Alas, our little one found it a bit too nerve-wracking, but we'd try it again next year. -
Many thanks, Sherry and Yan!
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Hi Has anyone given birth at Kings College Hospital Nightingale Birth Centre? My baby's due in December and, after poor experiences with the Early Pregnancy unit last year and the booking appointment midwife this year, I'm considering whether I should go elsewhere. Thanks