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Recent articles

  Britax Affinity
Jun 17, 2013
Britax, leader in child safety, has created the Affinity with minimalist design, 18 colour options and a security code to deter theft. Sally George tried out the Affinity with baby Daisy and toddler Dylan and both were comfortable and secure.
  Sainsbury's TU swimwear
Jun 7, 2013
If you are looking for stylish affordable swimwear for the children this summer Sainsbury's new Tu range could well have the answer writes Alex Bell whos chidlren tested out  some of the range during half-term.
  Peter Rabbit Organics
May 25, 2013
Michaela Braisher tried out Peter Rabbit Organics sauces and Juice Drinks for her children.
  Eliminate germs with Aquaint
May 8, 2013
Aquaint is a new cleanser that's safe enough to use directly on a baby's skin and efffective enough to clean a breast pump. It's uses are manifold as Anne Coates found out.
  Mattress protector/sheet from B-Sensible
Apr 30, 2013
Mattresses can harbour dust-mites and become unpleasant bearers of stains and smells is not protected. Anne Coates recommends the B-Sensible breathable and waterproof fitted sheet for everyone in the family.
  Waterproof fitted sheet from B–Sensible
Mar 20, 2013
Protecting our mattresses is important but never more so for toddlers and children who  aren't quite dry through the night. B-Sensible has a range of fitted sheets which are "breathable and waterproof". Anne Coates put one to the test.
  olloclip photography lens for iPhones
Feb 27, 2013
A three in one lens, olloclip is a great accessory for the iPhone 4, 4S and iPhone 5 to add new dimensions to your mobile photography.
  Painting apron from My 1st Years
Feb 25, 2013
There are many aprons on the market but the personalised with a name aprons from My First Years are a definite winner. Harriet Coates put one to the test.
  Photo books from Vistaprint
Feb 20, 2013
Photobooks make a wonderfully personal present for any occasion so with Mothering Sunday in mind, Anne Coates has been working on a photo book from Vistaprint.
  Cook with Organix Recipe Bases and Paste Pots
Feb 8, 2013
Organix has launched Cook with Organix, a new home cooking range set to revolutionise the babyfood aisle. Cook with Organix Recipe Bases provide the starting point for a meal, to which you can simply add the finishing touches and Cook with Organix Paste Pots allow you to create a meal from your own choice of ingredients, using a wide range of available recipes. Michaela Braisher put them to the test.
  Kidzpod – a lunchbox for the discerning schoolchild
Jan 31, 2013
Designed by a father who wanted a more hygienic lunchbox for his own children, Kidzpod certainly scored highly in the Bell household.
  Britax Baby Safe Plus SHR II car seat
Jan 11, 2013
Ruth Campbell has an eye for design and safety and was impressed by the Britax Baby Safe Plus SHR II car seat.
 
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