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Mama's Sleeping Scarf & What My Daddy Loves (in: Books: children & YA)
Oct 2, 2023

It's Black History Month so we're highlighting two fabulous picture books: Mama's Sleeping Scarf by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie writing as Nwa Grace-James and What My Daddy Loves by Raissa Figueroa, reviewed by Anne Coates.

Finding Bear by Hannah Gold (in: Books: children & YA)
Sep 29, 2023

Anne Coates reviews Hannah Gold's sequel to the award-winning Last Bear. Finding Bear is an amazing adventure in the Arctic where bears and the environment are under threat. April Wood is mocked at school for her love of bears but that drives her to return to Svarlbard over a year later convinced Bear needs her.

SBC Aloe Vera Soothing Cleanser Cream and Moisturising Gel (in: Looking good, feeling great)
Sep 26, 2023

Lucy Blackwell tries the SBC Aloe Vera Soothing Cleanser Cream and Aloe Vera Moisturizing Gel on her sensitive skin with excellent results.

The Hybrid Pillow from Simba (in: Products & equipment)
Sep 22, 2023

Too hot at night. Simba have developed a technology that cools you down. Simbatex® foam is an "open cell" foam, which allows 30 times the airflow of memory foam. On top of that Simba's sleep scientists have infused it with a naturally occurring mineral called graphite; this draws heat away from your body. Anne Coates tried out their Hybrid Pillow and tells us what she thinks.

Holle Baby Formula: Nurturing Healthy Beginnings (in: Early years)
Sep 13, 2023

Welcome to the world of parenting, where sleep is elusive, and baby giggles are the ultimate reward. In this whirlwind of diapers and baby talk, one thing's sure: your little one deserves the best start in life. That's where Holle Baby Formula steps in, like a culinary superhero for your baby's taste buds and tummy, writes Jonathan Gallant.

 

Win a Copy of The Rewilding of Molly McFlynn by Sue Reed (in: Freebies, offers & competitions)
Sep 11, 2023

Here's your chance to win a copy of The Rewilding of Molly McFlynn by Sue Reed a young adult book described by the author as "about a girl who learns that it is okay to be herself, that we do not have to create a false self in order to fit in.” We have five copies to be won.

Style 4 Ever 3-in-1 Scrapbooking Station (in: Games & toys)
Aug 30, 2023

If your child is anything like ours then they will absolutely love crafting, making things out of nothing, creating stickers and using loads of notepads for journals, doodles, drawings and playing imaginatively. The Style 4 Ever 3-in-1 Scrapbooking Station provides all this and our son loved it, writes Lee Cooper-Muir,

Parents' Safety Warning: Child Cyclists Casualties (in: Safety)
Aug 29, 2023

As the new school year approaches and many pupils will be cycling to school, research sparks concern for the safety of teenage cyclists, prompting cycling advocate and injury specialist Mark Hambleton to share advice on the overlooked signs of concussion that parents should be aware of, the places where teenagers are most at risk, and the impact helmet-wearing has on making an injury claim.

Keeping Your Skin Hydrated with Hada Labo Tokyo™ (in: Looking good, feeling great)
Aug 11, 2023

Hyaluronic Acid is the latest buzz work word the beauty industry and Hada Labo Tokyo™ have it in abundance and whatever stage of life you're at, there are products designed for you.

 

Gel Blaster Surge (in: Games & toys)
Aug 4, 2023

A great way for your teens to expend energy during the holidays and have a lot of fun – a Gel Blaster to soak their opponent(s) as they race to avoid being the target.

Walking for Refuge (in: News)
Jul 31, 2023

During August Anne Coates will be walking two (extra) miles a day to raise money for Refuge the charity which supports women and children who are victims of domestic abuse. Read the facts and, if you can, please make a donation. The target for each entrant is £150 but more money means more families helped.

Frankie & Benny's (in: Child-friendly restaurants)
Jul 27, 2023

Anne Coates and family review their meals at Frankie & Benny's in The Strand, London plus there are family deals in all their restaurants throughout the summer.