Playtimes HK Magazine Winter Issue 2018/2019 | Page 9

welcome to this bumper Winter issue of Playtimes. M ost of you will have heard about the exciting changes taking place at Playtimes and our decision to make the publication quarterly. As you can see, our seasonal magazine is bigger and better, featuring even more informative articles on maternity , education , health and lifestyle . And it will continue to grow. In this Winter issue we explore how your diet can help you to conceive, and offer nutritional advice for once you’re expecting. Karen Sherwood explores the concept of ‘sitting the month’ , and Olivia Maitre introduces the best ways to exercise while pregnant . We round up the best strollers in Hong Kong, and share all the relevant news for those who are expecting or have recently given birth. We take a tour of Han Academy, tally up the best maths tutoring centres , offer advice on minimising those homework battles (hooray!) and investigate the weight of school bags . We also get some help understanding dysgraphia and how it impacts the way children learn. We love our fashion step into our fairy shoots at Playtimes, so we couldn't resist creating one for this special issue. We invite you to tale , courtesy of Iron Fairies. We would like to thank our photographer, Imi from Zzzoom, who did a fabulous job. For more fashion, check out our stylish suggestions on how to keep your little ones warm during the colder months, and don't miss our pick of top toys for Christmas . Speaking of Christmas we've got the low-down on all the best festive events taking place, and where to see the most dazzling decorations . In our travel section we offer inspiration on where to head for Christmas – be it this year or next (check out our website for ideas on the best ski destinations and our review of Lapland , too). Our next issue of Playtimes will be available in March, but don’t fear, we will still keep you up to date with everything that's happening around town via our website, www.playtimes.com.hk and through our Facebook and Instagram accounts. Our finger will stay firmly on the pulse. Our website will be continuously updated with fresh new content, so you won't miss us during the printless months. We are going to be VERY active online , and still produce publications you’ll be desperate to get your hands on. As we head into our 17th year we are incredibly excited about all the things we have planned for you. We know you’re going to love them! More immediately, we’re excited about Christmas so, on that note, we would like to wish all our loyal supporters a Merry Christmas and all the very best for the new year. Winter 2018 7