Recent Articles in Early years

Silver Cross Homegrown 3 in 1 Playmat & Gym
Jul 13, 2010

Baby gyms have come a long way since Anne Coates had one for her own daughter. Here she – and Harriet – test out the Silver Cross Homefrown 3 in 1 Playmat and Gym. Harriet's appreciation is shown by the smile on her face!

Morph Baby Carrier
Jul 6, 2010

Mamas and Papas have solved the problem of one parent carrying the baby in a sling and then wanting to pass to the other parent: one baby pod, two harnesses and you have the Morph Baby Carrier. Olivia Coates tried it out for Parenting Without Tears.

Tomy Digital Plus TD350 baby monitor
Jun 17, 2010

Baby monitors are becoming more and more sophisticated and offer additional features for today's parent. New mum Oliva Coates now has peace of mind when she is in another room to baby Harriet, using the Tommy Digital Plus TD350 monitor.

Lansinoh Manual Breast Pump
Jun 11, 2010

The first time a mother expresses milk is often a strange experience but the Lansinoh Manual Breast Pump makes the process very easy and comes with everything you need for easy collection and storage, as Olivia Coates discovered.

The Essential First Year by Penelope Leach
Jun 5, 2010

Books about bringing up babies are two a penny, but Penelope Leach's The Essential First Year is in a class of its own and is highly recommended by Parenting Without Tears for all new parents.

OXO's Candela Tooli nightlights
Jun 3, 2010

No one likes the full blaze of lights if you have to get up during the night – and for some small children the reassuring glow of a nightlight keeps nightmares and fears at bay. Olivia Coates tried out OXO's Candela Tooli nightlights and was very impressed with their versatility.

Graco Symbio Travel System
May 19, 2010

Having a baby? So which buggy should you opt for? For baby Harriet, Oliva Coates is currently using the Graco Symbio Go carrycot with the Logico S Deluxe car seat – both using the same One-Click system Symbio frame. The package is stylish, easy to use and exudes safety.

Mamas & Papas bouncing cradle
May 13, 2010

The Nest Rock & Bounce Cradle from Mamas & Papas is a great piece of equipment for baby Harriet, writes Anne Coates.

Cirrus Travel Cot from Tippitoes
May 8, 2010

Have baby – will travel and you will probably need a travel cot. The Tippitoes Cirrus Travel Cot is just the thing for holidays and visiting. Anne Coates tried one out for baby Harriet. 

Morrck Baby Hoodie
May 3, 2010

The perfect answer to keeping a baby or toddler warm and safefly strapped in a car seat, buggy or supermarket trolley infant seats – the Morrck Baby Hoodie. Baby Harriet came home from hospital in her new wrap.

Flip – a new concept in reusable nappies
May 1, 2010

During Real Nappy Week, a new concept in reusable nappies – the Flip. Olivia Coates tried out the Flip on baby Harriet.

The Potty Training Bible by Jo Wiltshire
Apr 16, 2010

Nicole Burroughs, soon to begin potty training with daughter Eva, reviews The Potty Training Bible in which Jo Wiltshire offers realsitic and stress-free solutions and a range of approaches to potty and toilet training for both girls and boys.