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Best Things to Do in South Kensington with Kids: A Local Parent's Guide
Having spent my son's first four years living in South Kensington, these are the museums, parks, cultural places and everyday experiences that made it such a special place to raise a young child.

Shanti | The Kensington Diary
Jun 510 min read


London Family Memberships: What We Joined, Cancelled and Still Use
The memberships you hold tell you something about the chapter of life you are in. Before children, the decision was often about social life, convenience or professional networks. After becoming a parent, the equation changes entirely. This article explores the London family memberships we joined, cancelled and continue to use, and how our priorities evolved as our son grew from toddler to school age.

Shanti | The Kensington Diary
Jun 515 min read


Living in Chelsea with Kids: What Families Need to Know
Having lived in both Kensington and Chelsea with a young child, this is what family life in Chelsea is really like, what surprised us most, and why we chose to build our family life here.

Shanti | The Kensington Diary
Jun 513 min read


Living in Kensington with Kids: What Families Need to Know
Thinking about living in Kensington with kids? Discover what family life is really like, from parks and museums to nurseries, baby classes and everyday life in one of London’s most desirable neighbourhoods.

Shanti | The Kensington Diary
Jun 511 min read


Career and Motherhood at Every Stage of Childhood: Why Ambition is Never a Straight Line
Career and motherhood rarely follow a straight path. The choices that make sense during maternity leave often look very different during the preschool years, school years and beyond. As children grow, ambitions shift, priorities evolve and many women find themselves repeatedly redefining what success looks like. This article explores the career decisions, trade-offs and reflections that emerge at each stage of childhood.

Shanti | The Kensington Diary
Jun 212 min read


Ageing Well After 35: The High ROI Approach to Skin, Injectables and Supplements
Ageing well after 35 means treating bone, fat and skin differently. A science-led guide to anti-ageing skincare, injectables, supplements and lifestyle from an longevity medical insider.

Shanti | The Kensington Diary
May 168 min read


Kensington & Chelsea versus Westminster: Where to Live in Central London as a Family
20 years living across Marble Arch, St James, Kensington and Chelsea. An honest resident’s guide to which area actually works for families, and why the answer depends entirely on which season of life you are in.

Shanti | The Kensington Diary
May 1610 min read


Best Private Family Members Clubs in London: What’s Worth It, What Isn’t, and What They Don’t Tell You Before You Join
Explore the best private family members’ clubs in London, including membership costs, facilities, family benefits and honest insights into which clubs are truly worth joining.

Shanti | The Kensington Diary
Jan 216 min read


Sustainable Wellness for Women with Ambition: Energy, Supplements and Skincare That Actually Work
A science-led approach to sustainble wellness for busy, ambitious lives with a focus on energy, supplements, skincare and restraint. What actually works when life is full and time is limited.

Shanti | The Kensington Diary
Sep 18, 20256 min read


Lapland UK Review: Is it worth it for families?
A Lapland UK review. Is the visit worth it? An overwhelming yes from us, find out why and how to book to make the most of this experience!

Shanti | The Kensington Diary
Dec 26, 20227 min read


Raising Well-Rounded Children in London's Competitive Environment
There are some tips and tricks i have learnt that seem to be universal when it when it comes to raising successful children in London.

Shanti | The Kensington Diary
Mar 12, 20225 min read


The Ultimate Guide to Traveling with Kids: Car Seats Made Simple
One of the biggest decisions we face is whether to bring our own car seat, hire one abroad, or go without. Here’s what we learnt.
The Kensington Baby
Aug 1, 20203 min read


Creating a Dreamy Little Boys Bedroom
Creating a dreamy luxurious bedroom for a little boy, specifically one that he can grow in

Shanti | The Kensington Diary
Jun 17, 20202 min read


Luxury Christmas with Kids in London: Best Family Events, Hotels and Experiences
Planning a luxury Christmas with kids in London? Discover the best festive hotels, Christmas experiences, seasonal events, afternoon teas, ice skating and magical family days out across the capital.

Shanti | The Kensington Diary
Dec 1, 201913 min read


6 Steps to Get the Best Aesthetic Results from your New Home
I share 6 steps we took to help bring together our luxury home interiors, including the thought process and tips on how to be budget savvy.

Shanti | The Kensington Diary
Oct 31, 20193 min read


How to Style a Classy Peter Rabbit Themed Nursery
Sharing my tips on how to style a classy Peter Rabbit or Beatrix Potter gender neutral nursery in grey and white. Product links included.

Shanti | The Kensington Diary
Sep 15, 20193 min read


Returning to Work After Maternity Leave: My Journey from Career Woman to Working Mum
(Written within 1 year post maternity leave) My journey from 'career-driven independent woman' to 'mom on maternity leave' to 'career mom' has been complex to say the least. Being a career oriented independent woman is not simple by any means. Like many of you, building my career to be independent, self-sufficient, a definition of my being, and doing something within the remit of what I studied and love, was a ideal turned reality. I spent a decade and a half dedicating tim

Shanti | The Kensington Diary
Feb 25, 20198 min read


A 10 Step Guide for Baby's First Birthday DIY Cake Smash
We had our one year cake smash for Alexander a couple weeks ago, DIY style. Due to popular demand, I am sharing my tips on how to organise one so that you achieve semi-professional style photos, if not more! It's a significant and fun event for a one year old, and provides great photo opportunities and memories, so I certainly recommend doing one. A DIY cake smash is perfectly achievable for a fraction of the cost, but requires much planning for fabulous photos with minimal m

Shanti | The Kensington Diary
Oct 9, 20184 min read


The Nursery Edit: Must Have Items for Your New Born Baby
Welcoming a newborn into your life comes with plenty of preparation and joy! The Nursery Edit, has a curated a list of must-have items.

Shanti | The Kensington Diary
Sep 2, 20182 min read


Get Swanky in the French Riviera: Mum & Baby Fashion Edit
Hip, hip, hooray if you are travelling to the Cote D'Azur in the Summer. It's a fashionista's heaven so be prepared to dress to kill as this is probably the most fashionable place I have ever travelled to. WHAT TO WEAR FOR YOU The French Riviera style in Saint Tropez and most of the Riviera draws on bohemian and hippie influences so it's all about boho chic. In Monaco, this style still works wonderfully during the day but by night, you might want to rock some heels and j

Shanti | The Kensington Diary
Aug 23, 20182 min read
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