LatteMama needs to meet people

Yes, LatteMama is an online retail store, and yes, our customers are based worldwide and through a couple of clicks you can order the most fabulous children's clothes and have it at your doorstep within days. We could technically hide behind the screen, but we've gotten to know so many great people through Twitter, Facebook and e-mail we just had to get out and meet you all. LatteMama isn't all about children's fashion, but also childhood fun. We might not be as young as our children, or even as dextrous but we can still have the same fun they do. The afternoon was lovely, and we're looking forward to future events. Once again, a big welcome to spring, Mini Rodini, Mina Shoes and Slugs and Snails and to all our new customers and friends. An even bigger thank you goes out to Emma. S, Fika, Pamper n Play, Mina Shoes and Natalia our illustrator for providing us with great giveaways and our guests with wonderufl goodybags to take home. Now let's watch that runway again....

Monday Mama #12

One of our loveliest and dearest Twitter friends Charlotte is this weeks Monday Mama. Check out what this honest mum says about style, her plans of never getting married and motherhood.

Name: Charlotte

Blogname: I'm only saying what you're thinking...

Website: www.onlysayingwhatyourethinking.blogspot.com

Twitter name @yesimcharlotte

Location: Kent

Keeping it Brief

After deciding I wasn't into the whole marriage and babies thing, I met my husband at work (he was my boss) and we got married and had a baby! Up until two years agoI worked in the creative industry but now I spend my days looking after our daughter. For now...

We love your blog. How did you start it and where did you find the inspiration from?

Thank you! I started it after not being able to find any honest blogs about pregnancy and motherhood. They were all sugar coated. I'm not stupid, I knew it wasn't all perfect pregnancies and amazing babies that don't cry or keep you up all night so I thought I'd tell it how it is. Every last gruesome detail. I found inspiration from everyone who told me pregnancy is just wonderful and motherhood is a peaceful experience. As if!

Both you and your blog are very honest, do you think there's a lack of it out there?

I used to think so but now more and more people are being honest

about their experiences. Before I think they were afraid people

would see them as selfish for complaining about being so blessed.

But as Mama's we're allowed to vent about our troubles otherwise we'dgo crazy!

Tell us about any nicknames you have for your little one?

I call her Lil or Bubs.

One thing you know you shouldn't let your child do but allow it anyways

I give her chocolate sometimes. She can smell it from a mile off,

I'm sure. A little chocolate monster!

Talk about one thing you're convinced your child has inherited from you

Her determination. I've never let anyone tell me I can't do something and she's exactly the same. It isn't disobedience, it's her strong will. If she really wants to do something (just recently - crawl), she will.

We've noticed how incredibly stylish you are, and we love it! Do you and Lil ever match or would you ever consider doing that?

Haha, thank you! We've never matched on purpose. Sometimes we'll both wear skinny jeans and a top and I'll realise later in the day that we match. We've both acquired so much leopard print that the chances of us both wearing a piece of it is very high! Like Pat Butcher and her mini sidekick!

What makes you a LatteMama?

I only allow myself one slummy day which involves sweatpants and an old tee. And I always smile! Your smile always brightens up someone's day.

How has motherhood changed you and your style?

I can no longer wear heels everyday! And I try to dress for comfort whilst looking presentable. I layer up a lot too. When Lil is having a tantrum I tend to get a bit flustered, especially in public!

If there's one advice you can give to new mothers what would it be?

Take lots of photos. Who cares if people think you're a baby paparazzo? It's your baby and they grow up SO fast. Cherish every second.

What are your future projets, and goals?

'I'd like to go back to work at some point, whether it's back in to the creative industry or to try something different. I really enjoy writing so I guess we'll see. I only have one goal and that is to ensure Lilian continues to be a smiley, happy child.

If you could choose one piece of clothing from LatteMama for your little ones,

what would it be?

Ah I love it all! But it would have to be the Ahoy skull and cross bone tights.

Slugs and snails and puppy dog tails

I always hear people complain about there not being enough exciting things for boys out there, too many fabulous dresses and not enough fabulous three piece suits for our boys. But behold there is something fantastic coming our way from Ireland. The great Slugs and Snails have blown us away with their AW 2011 collection of tights for boys!

Have all other designers forgotten that boys also get cold during winter? That our Latteboys are mischievous and skip the socks too often? I've drifted away, my point is Slugs and Snails, are clever, funny and very practical. It's not only for boys, but for anyone with an edge who is in need of being kept warm under those trousers, skirt or snowsuit!

LatteMama always prides itself in being unique for children, we love whats different yet practical and too often forgotten. This time, we're unique ourselves. We are proud and delighted to say that www.latte-mama.com is the absolute first retailer to be stocking Slugs and Snails. Available on Monday and only for 11 pounds! We can't wait for the next collection. x