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Archive for August, 2009

Fun lunch bags that are actually functional

Posted by Maria

These fun lunch bags are made of neoprene, the material used for wetsuits, which makes them light, water resistant and insulated to hold temperature for hours. An internal ice pocket can be used on very warm days or for longer outings. Their design is simple and functional, which automatically makes them attractive to preschoolers and [...]

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Photo Friday: a visit to the Cotswold Wildlife Park

Posted by Maria

These pictures were taken during a visit to the Cotswold Wildlife Park last October. The Wildlife Park is set within 10 acres of parkland and gardens around a listed Victorian Manor House with fascinating animals all around including rhinos, giant turtles, zebras and a fabulous Madagascar section where you can walk amongst lemurs and other [...]

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Front seat bicycle carrier looks extra comfy

Posted by Maria

Directly from the US this innovative bicycle child seat is making waves across Europe and the UK. The IBert Safe-T Seat is easy to mount on the bicycle’s front bar and gives you more interaction with your child. It is suitable for children between 1 and 4 with a maximum capacity of 15 kg and 106 [...]

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From bottle to cup in 4 easy steps

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We like transition items, especially the type that have more than one use and avoid clatter and waste like the 4 in 1 cup by brother max, which is the perfect transition beaker from bottle to first proper cup. Four steps make the weaning process easier: first cup with handles and silicon teat, then cup with [...]

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A pillow for the Tooth Fairy

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It finally happened. The Tooth Fairy has visited our house for the first time after the first of the two loose bottom teeth that had been hanging there through thick and thin finally fell out to a bit of salad. Proud and excited to the thought of a visit from the Tooth Fairy, our little [...]

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Going to Lisbon with kids

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Latin countries are renowned to be good destinations to travel with kids. Spain, Portugal and Italy are family oriented countries so children are naturally welcome everywhere. It is not unusual for kids to be out on week-end evenings and during summer until late with their parents, restaurants welcome them and you don’t feel out of [...]

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Wall decals as good as painted art

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MIMI’lou’s decals are simple stylish transfers that can be applied to walls, doors, furniture and any smooth surfaces. The range goes from small animals to large animals, insects, cars and life size children images. They are very easy to apply and remove without damaging the wall. What I like best is that the only part [...]

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