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TRY NOT TO LEAVE BABIES IN CAR SEATS FOR TOO LONG New guidance from The National Institute of Clinical Excellence (N.I.C.E.) now advises that babies are taken out of car seats at the earliest convenience. The Snugglebundl offers a solution. It is a soft, cosy, cotton wrap with handles that works like a hammock giving TOTAL head support. You can lift your baby up and down without waking them which is especially great for keeping your baby out of the car seat.
Keeping a baby out of a car seat can help to reduce the risk of : Positional Asphyxia—shallow breathing with head on chest for prolonged periods. Hypoxia- low oxygen levels to the brain due to circulation problems in a semi upright position for long periods. Hypoxia can lead to brain damage.
Easily lift your baby out of the car seat– even asleep !
Positional Plagiocephaly– long periods in car seats can contribute towards flat head syndrome. 15% discount code: ASEAT www.snugglebundl.co.uk or telephone 01273 958703 Safety tested to 30kg O-6months recommended Wash at 40 degrees and tumble dryable
Easier parenting means happier babies!
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Straps go over the baby’s chest and not the garment. Side panels then fold to keep baby warm & cosy.
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Contents
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COVER STORY The Playbag Company www.theplaybagcompany.co.uk
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06. Parenting
28.. Style
46. Family Living
Baby boutique
Summer style
Savvy storage
Summer fashion is here! Hurrah! Time for brighter and lighter looks for your children.
Making space for your childs play with savvy storage is a great idea to encourage lots of play without toys in every single room in the house.
We are all about anything that helps baby feel comfy and comforted! Kippins are our new favourite gifts for little ones. Washable, cool, comforting and with lots of character we love them!
Baby bottle happiness From hungry to happy in just three minutes. Born from a father’s frustration at waiting for milk to cool down, Bottlequix talk us through how this clever bottle came about.
Anna Kennedy We catch up with all the latest news from Anna Kennedy Online and have a chat with Jonathan, Hillingdon Manors dance teacher. Plus, we announce two important events in the Anna Kennedy Online calendar.
Occasion wear Stunning occasion wear from Little Bevan means your children will look their very best for that summer wedding or event. Stylish, smart and beautifully made.
38. Holidays
Summer musts We round up our summer essentials to keep you looking and feeling your best over the warmer months.
Activity sheet Just a little something to keep the children amused for a few minutes….
50. Kids Corner
Kids travel entertainment Keep the kids entertained on your travels this summer with our ideas and recommended products…
Recipe New! Big Wan Little Wan.
Fathers Day gift guide Fathers Day! It is coming up, so take a peek at our gift guide for inspiration on what to get the daddy in your life.
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FATHER’S DAY
That’s right readers, Father’s Day is coming up! Sunday June 19th is the day that dad gets to feel extra appreciated, extra loved and extra spoilt. Whether you make him breakfast in bed, let him off chores for the day, make a card and pressie or get him that gift he has been dropping hints about for weeks, one things for sure it’s a day that needs to make him feel like a little bit of fuss is made over him!
Kippin Cool...
The cool Kippin makes for the perfect gift for the newborn in your life. In an array of cute character filled designs the Kippin Comforter is a wild comforter friend for little dreamers. It’s a gift that both stylish parents and their babies will love and as the Kippin comforter grows with baby it will provide comfort, snuggles and love for years to come. www.cinnamonsue.co.uk
splashing about Splash About Float Suit With adjustable buoyancy this is the perfect aid for learning to swim. Now with back zip for easy dressing! Suitable from 12months – 6years RRP £25.99 www.splashabout.com
Doodle Do create just the type of clothing our children and us love! Designed through the eyes of the child who whispers secrets to dogs, imagines crabs fly, and that anything is possible, Doodle Do dare to be different, employing bright colors and quirky characters in truly comfortable, gender-neutral designs that allow kids to run, play, and lounge in special yet cozy clothing! Marvelous. Not only that but their clothing is kind to the environment too with all fabric and resulting clothing certified Organic! www.ilovedoodledo.com
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Pretend it’s summer all year round with this fabulous set of 6 wooden ice lollies. The colourful, hand-painted toys are great for encouraging imaginary play and come set in a wooden base for neat and easy storage. Suitable for children aged 3 and over. £15.99 www.oakroomshop.co.uk 04
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PARENTING
Parenting At last, summer is well and truly here. Sure, we have had the classically unpredictable weather of scorching hot one week and back to the winter coats the next, but it is here none the less! Time to dust off the BBQ, get the sunscreen out and venture outside. Parenting is that little bit easier in the warmer months isn’t it? Suddenly there is so much more to do with opportunities to entertain them plentifully. Picnics, play-dates at the park and simply playing on the swings in your own garden the fresh air and vitamin D is just what us parents and kids need. 06
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Summer time fun Parenting in the summer holidays is one of the most fun and rewarding yet challenging times. Often a time of juggling childcare, holidays and fun packed days out it is a full on time! There are ways and means to make it easier though and a happy summer holiday is easy (with a bit of forward planning). If you are going away for a couple of weeks, that’s a bulk of their entertainment sorted so no need to worry there. If you are however choosing to stay at home for their summer holidays you will need some ideas and plans at the ready to help it all go swimmingly.
Holiday Clubs For those days when you just have to work and family and friends aren’t around to help there is still an option that makes sure they are safely taken care of and entertained. Take a look at the wide variety of local clubs which offer fun and games for the children and cost effective childcare at the same time. From football and fitness schools to organised day trips there is plenty of help out there. Mix it up a bit More often than not children are happy to do the simple things with their family. Whether it is baking a cake or having a kick about at the local park it doesn’t all have to be activity after activity that breaks the bank. If you have a few bigger things planned it helps to break things up a bit with an exciting day trip. More than anything though, your children will be happy that school’s out for the summer, whatever their age and the chance to spend time with you all and have a few adventures here and there will be more than enough.
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Over 25 years of brand assurance High quality, with fast & accurate results Freephone careline and new website Backed by key health organisations and support groups for confidential advice Promoted in press and online
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Funky Bags for
your Funky Bugs If your children are anything like our children they will love to pack a bag of their own and fill it with a selection of their favourite things. With the summer holidays around the corner and trips out, trips to grandparents and holidays all potentially in the pipeline, there are plenty of opportunities to pack a bag for your little ones. Funky Little Bugs create fun bags for your children for these occasions. Owner and creator Steph started the company 5 years ago when on the hunt for a nice changing bag. She wanted one that she actually liked but that was practical too, and simply couldn’t find one that she really wanted. So, being a creative type, she reached for her fabric bag and sewing machine and created what was to be the very first Funky Little Bugs changing bag. The fun, practical and attractive designs were a total hit and after creating the increasingly popular changing bags she started getting requests for bags specially made with children in mind. Today the range includes a host of designs for parents and children as well as adorable accessories for babies and toddlers. 08
We asked her how she chooses bag fabric that she knows children will love, “I am always hunting for fun fabrics to create bags and with children myself I know the designs that they love are likely to be loved by others. Sometimes bespoke requests come in with specific characters or themes but other times I can come across a fabric that I just know will work!” So, there is a favourite bag for every taste whether their best character is princess or Peppa, Hello Kitty or Rory the Racing Car. Help them prep for their adventure and carry their favourite things in their new favourite bag. Washable and hard wearing, a Funky Little Bug bag is both parent and child’s much-loved accessory and will last for years. The range even features bibs, car seat covers, drawstring gym bags and lots more besides to co-ordinate your baby accessories. Steph also encourages you to get in touch if you want something made with fabric you have or designs that you are looking for, “I love to get bespoke requests and to try and find and make pieces that might not be already in my repertoire, I enjoy the challenge!”
Shop the range at www.funkylittlebugs.com
A fun dual purpose teething toy. A training toothbrush, teething gel applicator and teether. Helping children stay safe & have fun when learning to clean their teeth. Soft and safe the perfect teething gel applicator, designed to help children get pass there teething pain with ease.
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Perfect length for an accurate distribution of your chosen teething gel.
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sales@paulstride.co.uk ‘Buddy the Pug’ romper £20.00 www.mooblesandtoobles.com
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Babe-equip is a Husband and wife run Business and our employees are friends and family relatives. We all have children of various age and have been through the mind boggling process of being new parents. With these experiences in mind we decided to set up our own business. We spent 9 months or so researching baby and nursery products and we are still researching new ideas so that we can provide you with, what we believe, to be the best product for the best value. All of us at Babe-equip have wide experience in variety of business areas which is a real asset to us and of course to you. We pride ourselves on our customer care, nothing is too much trouble to us, we will go the extra mile for you. We believe that toys are a vital part of a child’s development and we specialise in toys and activities for babies and young children. Babe-equip the website for busy parents. We do the hard work so you don’t have to....
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Truly soft baby and toddler clothing made from bamboo. The Bambini & Me collection offers everything from bodysuits, sleeping bags, breast pads or swaddles with a designer feel that’s just as easy on the wallet as on the eye. Aimed at babies and toddlers from 0 to 18 months, bamboo clothing will make a delightful addition for even the most sensitive of skins. Visit www.bambiniandme.com
White Rose has been created for Parents by a Parent and Ex Nanny - One and the same person. White Rose wants to give an uncluttered shopping experience to parents that want quality, ethical products that don’t hinder or undermine intuitive response, basic instinct. Toys that develop imaginations that are traditional and natural.
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Could a baby garment reduce the risk of your baby getting ADHD?
It may seem a bit odd that a garment could in any way offer some help with this but firstly we must understand the importance of oxygen supply to the brain and how this relates to car seat usage.
Fireplace Guard XL
This versatile Fireplace Guard consists of 4 side elemets and a door with a childproof catch. Can be used in several positions. +44 (0)1978 664362
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A study was done by the American Academy of Paediatricians on infants’ oxygenation levels in their car seats. It found that when left in car seats their blood oxygen levels dropped to as low as 83.7%. Normal oxygenation levels range between 9799% . Any oxygenation level below about 90% is considered “hypoxia” and when a baby is not receiving enough oxygen for long periods this can result in brain damage. These low levels, in a hospital environment, would result in nurses rushing to the baby’s rescue! The study showed that the longer the baby spent in the car seat, the lower their oxygen levels would go, until the baby was removed from the seat. Hypoxia is known to cause brain damage to a foetus and considered to be a cause of ADHD. As a young baby is still developing and we now know that oxygen levels drop the longer they are in a car seat then the best thing we can do as parents is to take them out as soon as we get to our destination. One reason why babies are left in car seats too long is because parents fear taking them out and waking them. However, using a Snugglebundl can solve this dilemma . Essentially it is a wrap with handles and works like a hammock to fully support the baby’s head when lifted. This feature allows a parent to take the baby out and keep them asleep at the same time. Therefore this simple design actually encourages parents to remove their babies sooner knowing they are not likely to wake them and maintain their much needed sleep.
Sleepytot Bunny – The Baby Comforter That Has Helped Thousands of Babies and Toddlers To Settle and Be Happy
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Leaving a baby in a car seat too long can increase the possibility of many known health issues so any item that encourages babies to be taken out of car seats asap has to be a good idea. Here at Achieve Magazine we see this item as one of the most useful products a parent can have which is why we have voted it Best Baby Product of the Year two years running. If you wish to look at one then visit their website at www.snugglebundl.co.uk.
Lifting Aid A wrap with padded head support and handles to lift without waking. Lift asleep out of prams, car seats or off the floor. Good for backs and post birth recovery. (Achieve offer code for 15% off: ACHCS) Snugglebundl baby blanket £34.99
0127 395 9703 www.snugglebundl.co.uk
top tip Keeping your family safe as they have fun in the sun is vital so invest in high quality sunscreen, there is nothing worse than slathering the cheaper high factors on.. it just won’t rub in!
Cheeky chewy...
Meet Chewy - the lovable chewy hippo teether! Tactile, textured, chewable features, soothing smell and audible squeak to stimulate all the senses. One size with handy attachable velcro strap for attaching to the harness, buggy, car seat etc when you’re on the move. Suitable from birth. £10.99 from www.cheekychompers.com
super mum! Lynne James started working for herself in 1996. Her successful business she runs alongside a company called Forever Living Products, earns her a six figure income, whilst working part time and flexibly around her twin sons. “There is nothing special about me”, she says and in fact, over the past 19 years she has helped many other people to realise their own success. Here, she shares some of her secrets of success that she usually reserves for her team. Attitude Having worked with hundreds of women in business, it is apparent to me that one’s attitude cannot only be chosen, but is also probably the single most important factor. A positive attitude is really important if you want to be successful, whatever success means to you. Perseverance This is key to being successful in all walks of life. Sometimes we don’t always achieve our goals in the timeframe we had planned. Bob Dylan emphasised this when he said, “Many of life’s failures are people who did not realise how close they were to success when they gave up.” Coming from Contribution In my experience, no matter what we do, whether it be in our personal lives or in our business lives, this is key. If we genuinely ask ourselves how what we can offer can be of benefit to others, how it can fill a need, rather than only what we can get from it, then success is more certain. If you would like to develop a successful income working flexibly around your family or work commitments, please contact Lynne for further information. Call: 0129 572 2525 Achieve 13
Kippins-Wild Friends for Little Dreamers Cinnamon Sue is home to a lovely tribe of high quality, modern, quirky and unique Kippin comforters who each make perfect companions for the little one in your life. Made from high quality super soft organic washable fabrics, each one is a character all of its own and they make the best buds for cool babes. Ideal as a gift for the newborn baby in your circle of friends or family, the stylish and modern Kippin is a joy to receive. Suitable from birth and beyond the Kippin is happily free from embroidery, buttons and add ons and as they are GOTS certified they are safe as can be so there is no need to worry about pieces falling off and heading into small mouths. Created in Australia using 100% organic materials they are hand printed using organic ink, making these comforters earth friendly, skin friendly that both mamma and babe just love. The Kippin tribe are inspired by nature, fairy-tales, storybooks and a wild imagination, capturing the essence of childhood in each of their animal themed faces. The striking designs look great placed in any nursery setting and their unique look helps inject quirkiness and effortless cool into any space. Their Kippin will soon become that comforting childhood companion that your child will want to take everywhere! Every parent knows the addition of a 14
comforter is invaluable as you take your baby out and about. With various napping locations, a loved comforter can provide settlement where they need it in those precious moments as they drift off into the land of kippi. The knots are perfect for tiny hands to hold too and a Kippin loves nothing more than being squeezed, cuddled and taken on fun little adventures. Give a cool Kippin a new loving home today...visit www.cinnamonsue.co.uk
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what really would have suited us. We spent 9 months or so researching baby and nursery products and we are still researching new ideas so that we can provide you with, what we believe, to be the best product for the best value.”
SHOPPING MADE EASY Babe-equip was born to two parents who have been there. Been there as in, they have had the experience that pretty much all of us parents have been through when expecting our first bundle of joy. You know, the one where you are standing in a large retail outlet thinking that you absolutely ‘need’ all of this baby equipment based on what the sales assistant is telling you and that you really must sell your car so that you can buy a new one to fit that travel system in. Sound all too familiar? It’s a classic situation and one which led Babe-equip’s husband and wife team to start their own online boutique to prevent so much waste and misinformed purchases for others. “As new parents we were bemused by the choice available on the high street and ended up buying what sales people suggested rather than 16
The online shop is home to well researched and trusted products only from high quality brands like Prince Lionheart, Tidy Tot, My Buggy Buddy, Kiddimoto, Wheely Bug and Boikido. It is packed with genuine essentials including, baby blankets, maternity pads, educational and developmental toys, potties, muslin cloths, gifts and everything else you could need - all at reasonable prices with real advice attached to it at the end of the phone, “We pride ourselves on our customer care, nothing is too much trouble to us, we will go the extra mile for you.” Say the Babe-equip team. The friendly crew at Babe-equip are not only passionate about bringing you products you will love, but they also want to provide products that the earth loves too. That is why they have a whole section for Eco-Friendly items which features products that make them, you and the earth a whole lot happier. Each product is carefully researched before it hits the virtual shelves and the easy to use
website takes all the hassle out of hitting the shops heavily pregnant or with children in tow! We love that Babe-equip not only have all we need under one roof, but that they also only stock products that they believe in and that they know will be used, which is a rare find! A money back guarantee service and free delivery over £49.99 makes it our winner for one-stop online shopping. Shop the range now from the comfort of your armchair at www.babe-equip.co.uk and use discount code ACH39b2C on checkout for a 6% discount, exclusive to Achieve Readers and valid to 31 December 2016.
Bibs and Dribbles
For aisha is a delicious new baby food formulated for babies from 7 months onwards. Packed with healthy natural ingredients and made with certified British halal meat, the nut-free, diaryfree and soya-free pouches are available in a variety of exotic flavours from around the world.
Our dribble bibs have been tried and tested by mums all over the world and have come out just as good as top leading brands, with over 70 funky designs there’s a bib for every occasion. Part of the Made in Cornwall Scheme, All handmade in
Available in selected Tesco, Asda, Boots, Morrisons and Whole Foods stores. Plus order online at www.Tesco.com, www.ASDA.com, www.boots.com www.foraisha.com
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Cheeky Chompers, home of the award-winning Neckerchew and Comfortchew have recently launched two brand new products – Chewy the lovable hippo teether and the luxurious and practical Cheeky Blanket! The newest member of the Cheeky Chompers family is CHEWY, a soft, pliable hippo teething toy. This cheeky guy is perfect for little hands to hold, and can be clipped around any harness with his attachable strap to ensure he doesn’t get lost. Beautifully made from soft natural latex rubber, Chewy is the latest must have sensory teething toy for babies! The Cheeky Blanket is a luxurious, practical, reversible and fun baby blanket, with two straps to ensure the blanket stays attached while on the move. Made from super soft jersey cotton and cuddle fleece reverse, it has a cosy hand and foot pouch and sensory tags around the hand pouch (and some cheeky tags hidden inside) to stimulate and soothe – it really is the perfect luxury gift to keep little ones cosy while on the move! Day or night, inside or out, your little one’s teether will stay attached allowing the baby to be in control as to when and where they want to use it. A stylish addition to any outfit, or as their comforter to soothe, Cheeky Chompers products are developed by mums for mums as a practical, quality and stylish solution for your baby’s needs and are available in a range of national retailers including John Lewis, Jo Jo Maman Bebe, M&S and Joules and in over 100 UK independent retailers.
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T he prepared parent Summer brings more family trips out and about and it’s always good to be prepared with the provision of childfriendly supplies. A mini-kit can be ready to fix any summer knocks and scrapes, hunger pangs or boredom. Here is our parent backpack essentials kit to help you get ready for any parenting eventuality. Food When hunger strikes it is always good to be prepared with a few healthy snacks and drinks or else it is too easy to pick up less healthy ones when you are out and about. Hummus and dips may sound messy but you can get some great dipping tupperware these days (yes...I really did just say that). Fruit and even a bit of healthy flapjack are also other great options. Oh and raisins are particularly good if you need them to be entertained and distracted for a bit!
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Mini-Medic Summer often means more bumps and scrapes as they hare around outside, pack a few medical essentials in your bag to carry as you go on your adventures such as plasters, knee scrape cream and maybe even some antihistamine and wasp cream for safe measures too.
ECO PRODUCTS FOR BABIES AND YOUNG CHILDREN More and more people are ailed by sensitive skin. Environmental pollution and an upsurge in allergies have led to increased interest in alternatives to conventional materials. The addition of TENCEL® properties help to alleviate skin irritation. TENCEL® bed linens are particularly cool to the touch and soft on skin. www.missprincessandlittlefrog.com
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Entertain A few trusty play items can be an absolute saviour at times and when you are out and waiting for food or in some sort of queue. Have a look for small notebooks and packs of playing card games – anything to help out in those moments where they mutter the I am bored comment.
Whitestep is a company that aims to fill the gap in the UK baby products market through sourcing products and brands that are stylish, innovative and loved by both babies and parents.
An essential everyday living space for baby where parents never miss a moment. The Bambeano Baby Bean Bag is designed for newborns aged 0-6 months and is an everyday seat. The bean bag features a 100% cotton cover that is removable and machine washable. A padded safety harness helps keep baby secure whilst on the Bambeano. The inclined back allows baby to watch the world around them and interact with family and friends.
Look at the BABYZEN range of pushchairs and its accessories, perfect whether you are looking for a lightweight stroller or all-terrain buggy. The BABYZEN YOYO+ or ZEN are both packed with innovation and famous worldwide for their small, instant and easy fold and compactness. The YOYO+ is a lightweight pushchair that folds down so small that it can be carried onto a plane as hand luggage, and it can even be folded and unfolded one-handed. A complete doddle to use. Suitable from birth the YOYO+ now can be used with a car seat making it a complete travel system. Once you have chosen your pushchair, it’s time to look at our innovative products designed by Simply Good. From a range of baby carriers and nursing pillows to playmats and educational toys, Simply Good thinks loud and cares loud about creating the best products for babies and their parents.
Visit us today at www.whitestep.co.uk
Bambeano Baby Bean Bag in Blue colour £54.99 www.beanbagbazaar.co.uk
Luxury for your Little One Pram Pegs are a versatile accessory designed to fit any travel system from hoods to handle bars. Perfect for securing toys, blankets and pram covers in a safe manner.
Carry your baby in comfort and style with Wrapahula. With woven wraps and bespoke buckle carriers available, Wrapahula can assist your carrying journey from newborn to pre - schooler. Wrapahula carriers are ergonomically designed to support your baby’s body in a respectful manner, while being as comfortable as possible for you.
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All Wrapahula carriers are designed and sewn in house, with wraps specifically woven for us in the heart of the British textile industry. Our carriers all come with instructions, and have been personally inspected to ensure excellent standards for your baby
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BottleQuix for happy babies…. Your baby is hungry, and letting you know as much with the crying, you have an empty bottle in front of you and a boiling kettle….it’s a familiar scene for many and yet so very easily solvable with the help of the genius invention called BottleQuix. Born from one father’s frustration at having to wait for the bottles of milk for his baby to cool to the correct temperature, the BottleQuix cools the boiling milk to drinkable temperature. From a healthcare perspective, formula milk needs to be prepared with freshly boiled water in order to kill any bacteria and then cooled to a drinkable temperature, i.e. body temperature. The water can’t have been boiled previously and it is advised that the formula is added once the water is to the right temperature to avoid destroying any of the nutrients and vitamins in the milk. The process suggested by many healthcare bodies to cool the temperature down is to run the bottom of the bottle under cold water from the tap. This process not only wastes a lot of water but it is also time consuming and time is not typically something parents have on their side when their baby is hungry! BottleQuix cools a bottle down from 100 to 60, 50 or 40 degrees in approximately 80 seconds. It works by a clever method of heat exchange. The BottleQuix is stored in the refrigerator between uses for a minimum of two hours, which is typically the amount of time between feeds for babies anyway. The stored cool
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is what creates the heat exchange so there is no need for power, chemicals or batteries. The speed of the BottleQuix also means that baby doesn’t gulp too quickly through hunger when they actually get the bottle, this can help prevent wind and even help for babies who may be affected by colic. Easy to use, fast, affordable and accurate, it provides the optimum condition for your babies milk, a great price point makes the BottleQuix an essential for any family. Visit www.bottlequix.com or Amazon to buy yours and help your baby get from hungry to happy in only 3 minutes.
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COLLEGE OF AYURVEDA www.ayurvedacollege.co.uk
The College of Ayurveda offers you the opportunity to learn more about Ayurveda and receive hands on practical knowledge and skills from experienced Ayurveda physicians, practitioners and therapists. We have put together a range of seminars and workshops which can be held throughout the year at various venues in the UK.
Our seminars and workshops are conducted by qualified Ayurveda physicians and practitioners. If you are interested in attending any of our seminars or workshops, or if you would like us to conduct a seminar or workshop specifically in conjunction with your organisation, please email us using our contact form with your request. Please Note we are unable to offer permanent teaching positions for overseas applicants at this time.
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a grass-roots community gathering and all profits are ploughed right back into improving the facilities at their events (hurrah!). Relax, unwind and refresh yourself with a weekend in the beautiful great British countryside!
Here at Achieve, we love a good family fun filled festival and with the news that Leicestershire’s very own Barefoot Festival™ would be back in 2016 we knew we had to share the details with you. Renowned as being very family friendly, Barefoot Festival™ has something for everyone whatever your age. Barefoot Festival™ is all about getting back to basics, getting grass in between your toes and taking time out from the pressures of modern life! Try something you’ve never done before, spend quality time with the family, meet like-minded new friends. You won’t find big fancy sponsors at Barefoot Festival™, they are
Barefoot Babies can be entertained with schedules and entertainment by the bucket load just for them to delight in. For the creative ones there’s oodles of arts and crafts. For those seeking a bit of time out and spirituality, this year sees even more yoga and holistic therapies than ever before. A vast variety of chilled out workshops will be there, you can cleanse your soul in gong therapy or just sit on the grass and sway to some live music. When the stars come out so do the burlesque feathers to tantalise your taste buds, the fire show will amaze you and the bands and DJ’s will have you dancing away at one of the most beautiful locations in Leicestershire. The best way to experience the festival is to do so by sleeping under canvas so get yourself a weekend family camping ticket and make adventure filled memories together.
Get your ticket at www.barefootfestival.com 29-31st July 2016.
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Special needs harnesses for vehicle seats, wheelchairs, shower & bath hoists, commode chairs, walking reins and more. Tel: 01253 852298
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the setting Sunken Trampolines are the UK’s leading trampoline installers. Pioneers in their field, the company provide innovative products and solutions for your trampoline requirements in residential, school and commercial settings. So, what is a sunken trampoline you say? Well...a sunken trampoline is a far greater use of space for a start. Built in at ground level, therefore having far less impact on the landscape, it is a beautiful bouncing option for your space. Safer and more attractive (with the added option of including a lid so they take up even less space) a sunken trampoline will provide years of exercise and fun for users in whatever setting you have. The very best in child’s play, a trampoline is an ideal investment and for an SEN
setting and the benefits are huge. As part of everyday use or as a rebound therapy session the trampoline is a valuable asset to any school setting. Both indoor and outdoor trampolines of sizes up to 14ft are available and all carry the top spec in design, quality and safety marks. Those who utilise the trampoline will experience a wealth of benefits, both physically and mentally. As part of an individuals’ rebound therapy a sunken trampoline will facilitate movement, help with balance, muscle tone, aid relaxation and sensory integration and of course provide plenty of fun! A sunken trampoline is safer addition to your environment as they aren’t so high up and are therefore more accessible for everyone than an above ground platform. Enquire today to discover how you and your family or school setting could benefit from the very best bouncing options on the market today. For more information call: Joel – 07801 573 278 and Angus – 07765 256 537 Visit: www.sunkentrampolines.co.uk
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THIS YEAR’S JUDGES... Anna Kennedy Online are one of the most prolific campaigners in Europe for Autism. Their campaigning is tireless in raising awareness of autism, raising funds and raising spirits within the community whilst providing a support network for anyone affected by autism. 2016 has proven to be a busy year so far with the Expo which featured many speakers from all over the country, it has been Autism awareness month, Autism’s Got Talent was bigger than ever before in May and the Autism Hero Awards is now set for October too. Their campaigning is tireless in raising awareness of autism, raising funds and raising spirits within the community. This year Anna Kennedy Online are hosting the Autism Hero Awards in October 2016. This event provides a wonderful opportunity to recognise individuals and organisations within the autism and SEN community. A night of entertainment and celebration is planned and will include hosts OBE Anna Kennedy, EastEnders star Jake Wood and much more. The awards are all about celebrating YOU, so, if you know of a special person who you think should be nominated then get in touch with Anna Kennedy online to submit your nomination!
Bryanston Street, London, W1H 7EH on Saturday 1st October 2016. Doors open at 6.30pm and the ticket prices are £50 each or £450 for a table of 10, for this fantastic evening. The evening will start with red carpet, welcome drink on arrival, a delicious three-course meal, DJ, entertainment. Carriages at 12.30. Proceeds for the evening will be donated to the Anna Kennedy Online charity to continue its dynamic work in raising Autism awareness within society. Black tie is optional. Find out more at www.annakennedyonline.com
Dr Pam Spurr, Dr Pam Spurr is an awardwinning radio presenter, agony aunt, relationship, sex and behaviour expert, and life coach
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“The Autism Hero Awards have been created so that we can showcase and celebrate the excellence taking place in the world of Autism. We hope that the awards will also celebrate the achievements and enhance Autism awareness and acceptance within society.” Anna told us. Nominations for the different categories are between the 7th May 2016 and 30th June 2016 and the finalists will be announced on the 16th July 2016. This fantastic celebration will be taking place at the prestigious Amba Marble Arch–
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AUTISM HAS ABSOLUTELY GOT TALENT! Anna Kennedy OBE and her team work tirelessly to raise awareness and bring support to thousands and thousands of individuals on the Autism Spectrum, as well as their families. This support is given directly through schools and colleges, campaigns and raising awareness in the media and communities. Just recently, the team brought down the house with their latest event, Autism’s Got Talent 2016. This year’s event saw a host of spectacular performances, special announcements, and even boasted celebrity appearances! The event, which is hosted by Anna Kennedy and supported by Pineapple Performing Arts, was attended by a record number of audience members who all enjoyed the array of diverse talent from performers who are on the autism spectrum. “The acts this year have been phenomenal and the show was an emotional roller coaster for all involved. The level of talent is incredible, and the feedback and support has been overwhelming. AGT is a great opportunity for those with autism to get up on stage and really show what they can do. So often society views these people as difficult and uncommunicative but this event really dispels that myth, and showcased some amazing talent! Bring on 2017!” – Anna Kennedy OBE, founder of Anna Kennedy Online. 26
To find out more about the work that Anna and her team do and to find support visit www.annakennedyonline.com
HILLINGDON’S DANCE TROUPE STUN AT AUTISM’S GOT TALENT 2016 Hillingdon Manor’s 17 strong dance troupe hit the Autism’s Got Talent stage and blew the 1,000 audience members away, but no one was more proud than their Dance teacher Jonathan, “This year because of all the increased practice we have been able to put in, I was able to sit back in the audience and enjoy it, I can’t explain how much pride I felt! When you see just how much work each and every dance troupe member put in and then see it come to fruition...it really was very special! So many of our troupe have a natural ability and it’s just wonderful to watch it develop.”
Just four years ago Hillingdon dance was an after school club with a handful of students, today it is a curriculum subject with over 40 students dancing their way to increased confidence and heightened team-work skills.There is no easy peasy macarena for this crew, it’s street, hip hop and everything in between, and it is practised til it’s perfect! Giving students the opportunity to discover their talent, develop their skills and socialise in a rewarding and life affirming way dance at Hillingdon has and will continue to open doors for its students. www.hillingdonmanorschool.org.uk
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JOIN ANNA KENNEDY AND DAISY CHAIN FOR THE AUTISM’S GOT TALENT ROAD SHOW 2016 After last year’s successful show Anna Kennedy OBE, Patron of Nortonbased autism charity Daisy Chain, is bringing her ‘Autism’s Got Talent’ show to Teesside again. The event is being sponsored by Ann Barkas Consulting. It is a popular showcase of the remarkable talents youngsters on the autistic spectrum can display. There is singing and dancing, people playing musical instruments, performing magic tricks or even presenting a talk on something they have achieved. Organised by Anna and her team, it is now in its sixth year and is seen as a celebration of ability, not so much as a competition. To celebrate her links with Teesside and the charity, Anna is again offering slots to performers from Daisy Chain!
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Book your tickets for the Totes Amaze Ball 2016! November 2015’s Glitter Charity Ball was such a hit that Anna Kennedy Online and her team are holding the Totes Amaze Ball on Saturday 9th July - and you could be there! The Charity Ball in November last year was an astounding success and attracted a host of celebrities including Gogglebox’s George Gilbey, Big Brother’s Pete Bennett, Actress Nicola Duffett, Ex On The Beach’s Jess Impiazzi, Holly Rickwood and Meg Rees and Love Island’s John and Tony Alberti. Patrons Steven Smith and Jo Redman were proud to be once again supporting Anna Kennedy online. Live entertainment from Mitch Winehouse and his band, and singer Lauren Lovejoy and Main Compere Austin Hughes kept the guests thoroughly entertained in between courses.
This year’s ball, organised by Anna Kennedy Online Charity Champion Nicky Rodriguez, looks set to attract a showbiz crowd too with Martin Bell to take to the stage alongside Anna Kennedy Online’s very own Young Patron, Ryan Wiggins, who is no stranger to performing with the stars after last year’s Mitch Winehouse duet. Autism’s Got Talent Star Aston Avery will also be hosting. The event, which is to be held at the lovely Woolston Manor, Abridge, Essex costs just £60 a ticket and includes a three course meal, welcome drink and entertainment galore!
Young patron Ryan Wiggins, 14, Mitch Winehouse and Anna at last years ball
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Style Kitting out the kids’ summer wardrobe is so much more fun than the other seasons and we are getting pretty excited at the prospect of packing and shopping for those holiday essentials. Bright colours and clashing prints are all the rage this season and the shops are bursting full of styles that both parents and children will love. We delight in a new season as an excuse to hit the shops and with so many great styles to choose from this season it looks set to be an extra fun shopping experience. So, clear out the jumpers and coats and make room for the summer light brights. 28
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Summer Style 2016 It’s time for a bit of info on all the latest summer holiday fashion trends for the little ones in your life and this summer’s look is really bright and lots of fun. Check out our ideas for how to take note of the trends and interpret them into their wardrobes for an ultra fun vibe this holiday, whether at home or abroad. Cute Kitch Motifs and designs are so cute this season with a kitch flavour added to clothing and accessories. Think 50s and 60s kitch cool, cutsey cats, bright ice cream motifs, retro typewriters, cassettes, unique prints and cool clashing for the ultimate vintage look this summer.
Bright Stars The colour palette is wonderfully bright and cheerful this summer with bright pastels, oranges, lime greens and pinks. Mixing, matching and clashing is the ultimate way to create the bright, stylish look this summer. It’s all in the details Fabrics are unique with added details which allow the looks to really stand out from the crowd. Think motifs, buttons, felt appliqués and sparkles! With this in mind, you could easily update their wardrobe by adding your own details to their existing pieces. Striking the balance Once the children reach a certain age balancing their wardrobe with what they like and what you do can be tricky. The amount of pieces I have bought for my children that I love and they hate is crazy, they never wear them! When they start expressing what they would like try and aim for somewhere in between so you are both happy and the clothes actually make it out of the wardrobe.
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Both the high street and independent retailers are providing looks for this trend so you and your little ones are sure to be able to look the part for the summer months ahead.
We see through the eyes of the child who whispers secrets to dogs, imagines crabs fly, and that anything is possible. We dare to be different, employing bright colors and quirky characters in truly comfortable, gender-neutral designs that allow kids to run, play, and lounge in special yet cozy clothing. The collections are predominantly Unisex. We believe that teaching children to be good stewards of the environment can begin with their own clothes. From how our cotton is grown and manufactured to our branding and packaging, every step in the manufacturing process meets the standard for Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certification.
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nurtured using the right techniques and equipment. The unique AquaPlane is one such piece of equipment. A clever invention by Chris Shore, Swimming Instructor and inventor of the AquaPlane, who told us, “I designed and created the AquaPlane to help our swimmers achieve the correct body positions when learning to swim, as this is the first and most important aspect to get right. From this confident position they can learn excellent techniques safely and with confidence, parents feel more comfortable too as they can see their children trust and relax into the process more when wearing one. I honestly couldn’t find what I wanted on the market...so I made my own!”
Learning to swim is one of those childhood rights of passage and such a fun achievement. It’s also something that you watch your children do and feel so much pride, mixed in with a little apprehension usually! Learning to swim in childhood is the best time to learn whilst a certain confidence in the water is natural and learning is not stunted by any bad habits or fears. This confidence and natural ability in the water can be
The rather cool looking AquaPlane features comfortable straps, which leaves arms free and improves their stroke as well as a unique wide and low profile which enables the learner to balance when swimming on their back with a more streamlined effect. The perfect aid this summer as you likely venture off on holidays in the sun near water the AquaPlane can be used as your children grow at all stages of
swimming with adaptability to be used as beginners, learners and to develop and strengthen skills. Olympic Swimmer Chris Cook said, “Our swimmer love the freedom the AquaPlane gives them in the water. It works wonders for their technique.” Watch your children learn to swim with confidence and ease as they have fun with the AquaPlane this summer and beyond. www.aqua-plane.com Facebook: AquaPlane-Products Twitter: Aquaplane2015
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Strap on a Fin and Learn to Swim! We know how important learning to swim is for all family members. It’s a popular after school and recreational activity. SwimFin has been designed by a highly qualified UK swimming coach with over 30 yrs experience. It’s a vertical aid and suitable for children from 2 yrs+ of all abilities. SwimFin can be used on all 4 strokes and is the only aid to have been endorsed by the Amateur Swimming Association (ASA). We’re very proud of that fact and are pleased to be partnered with leading organizations around the globe. So how will it help your child to swim? It works in harmony with the body because it’s worn on the back providing total freedom around the arms and legs allowing for a natural swimming position, with the fin working like a boat’s keel in the water. Kids love SwimFin because the shark element appeals as a fun piece of kit and encourages them into the water. It appeals to parents because it makes learning to swim more of a game than a chore. Tests have proved that it can reduce the process by up to a third less time. It’s also perfect for taking on holiday as the fin is highly visible in a busy pool or on the beach!
Searching for an extra-special baby gift or celebration present for new mums and dads? Create a Wishlist Save your friends the hassle of shopping for your present by adding items to your wishlist, which they can chip into at a click of their fingers!
Going to a party today and have no present? You’re in luck, download and print our voucher which your friend can spend towards any product on the website! Choose the amount and personalise the voucher and give the gift of choice within seconds!
Our discerning customers know ROAM has the perfect solution... Our bespoke cashmere blankets have been keeping loved ones wrapped and cosy in the softest 100% Scottish Cashmere since 2007. Splendid, contemporary heirlooms that will raise happy smiles for many years to come!
Start a Collection Fed up with the hassle that goes with organising a whip-round? Then look no further, start an online collection and email it out to friends and they can contribute and leave messages. Perfect for teachers!
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One of the key pieces in your holiday wardrobe is the perfect swimsuit or bikini, it’s a pretty big deal in terms of your holiday look! It needs to be stylish, fit well and make you feel fabulous pool or sea side. We have discovered the perfect place to gather this holiday essential to help make us feel and look our best this summer. With designer swimwear and lingerie for every occasion and fit, Sheen Uncovered have got it covered! We just love the Treasure Island Swimsuit from Rosa Faia which offers support in all the right places in an attractive ontrend design. The high-quality fabric and attention to detail make it a swimsuit that stands out from the crowd for all the right reasons. It’s just one of a whole range of carefully selected pieces brought to you by boutique owners Anita and Jackie. Their boutique, located in London since 1999, provides a tailored and expert fitting service with cup sizes up to an E. The relaxed environment is ideal for discovering what suits you and your body shape and the small, professional team can help as much or as little as you would like. Why not treat yourself to the perfect lingerie and nightwear whilst you are there too? With something for all needs, shapes and sizes the Sheen Uncovered range offers some of the most special lingerie around. www.sheenuncovered.co.uk.
Find a beautiful, hand-picked collection of lockets at The Locket Tree
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The Sparkle Club is an on-line store selling beautiful girls party shoes and bags exclusive to our website.
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Little angels dressed in Little Bevan Providing children and young adults with dresses and outfits for your wedding or special occasion, Little Bevan create pieces that help your children look like royalty. Made in the heart of London by a small, specialist team of designers and creators, each piece is unique and bespoke to you. A wedding complete with Little Bevan flower girls and page boys will create a classic and romantic look which never goes out of style. www.littlebevan.co.uk
top tip The unpredictable nature of the British weather means dressing your tots can be tricky. The key is in layering and a PAC-a-mac ...always a PAC-a-mac!
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look sharp Fix up and look sharp boys with a cool new summer occasion look from River Island. Striking prints, cool hats and accessories and smart trousers create a look that is ideal for the little man’s wedding guest look or party wear style. Team with some on trend shades and shoes and you have got a look that will have the older male guests asking where you got your threads from! Mini boys cream geometric print shirt £10.00 from www.riverisland.com
Fabulous fashion! Little Bevan for occasion wear heaven Little Bevan is home to a wonderful range of beautifully made occasion wear for those special celebrations when simply only the best will do. Flower-girls, bridesmaids, pageboys and christening outfits, as well as special party dresses, are made with love and attention to detail by a small but highly skilled team from their basement studio. The emphasis is on typically English classic design and each piece is entirely unique so your occasion wear is suitably special. Designer Sarah Colfer has been creating stunning vintage inspired designs for over 12 years now having started Little Bevan independently in 2004. Today, the creative team work on designs from their basement studio in Pimlico London. Bespoke pieces can be made to your requirements with Little Bevan able to help you co-ordinate these aspects of your occasion for you, allowing you to turn your ideas for your event into reality. From their boutique in the heart of London or through chosen stockists and online you can find beautifully made pieces in classic designs that will be part of your children’s childhood memories treasured forever.
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Holidays Hurrah! It is summer holiday time. Whether you choose to go on caravan or camping adventures here in the UK or take everyone to hotter climates on a plane it will present some parental challenges but the excitement and memories made will all be more than worth it. The key is all in the planning, from the toys to entertain on the journey to your destination to the mini first aid kit if you have the little details sorted it should make things that little bit easier leaving the whole family free to simply relax and enjoy. 38
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a summer holiday... Woo! All that hard work and months of planning your much deserved holiday is finally arriving! Holiday time. So, you have booked your holiday, got your tickets...then comes the dreaded packing. What to pack with kids in tow? First off, there are the clothes, this bit is relatively easy a few pairs of shorts each, swimwear, t shirts, flip flops etc. is all it really takes. However, the tricky part comes when you start to over pack so go light! Shoes are the first place to filter, you really don’t need 8 pairs of sandals and in reality are likely to only wear one pair. Your favourite pair. Then, remember that you can actually wash things when you are away, we know you don’t really want to do that but it is an option. Plus, if you are away from home that doesn’t mean you can’t get whatever it is you forgot to pack! There are usually shops wherever it is that you are headed.
Then there are the children’s essentials, the toiletry and mini first aid kits that we feel the need to take with us. Obviously the key essentials are the babie’s bits and pieces and it is important to remember that you can’t take many things in the toiletry department on the flight (if you are flying that is). Again,
aside from the sun cream and mini first aid kit, mini toiletries and mini first aid kit, you can get the rest out there! So, pack light and remember that unless you are headed to the moon there isn’t much you can’t get when you reach your destination.
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Our customers are thrilled, comments include:“Thanks for your courteous and thoughtful service and a great product which will make me feel happier about the children going off on their adventures”. Marina, Hertfordshire “Medpac is a simple but innovative product which I don’t know how we did without!” Sharon, Eye Medpacs are practical bags which have been specially designed for storing and carrying medicines safely and securely and come complete with a Photo ID Card for easy identification in any situation, and a Treatment Card to write all the essential information required for administering the medicine. The bags which come in two sizes are ideal for asthma inhalers, adrenaline auto-injectors, epilepsy and diabetic medication, allergy medicine and more, and from only £7.99 are affordable too. Now also available with a thermal lining you can now regulate the temperature of your medicines when out and about, so ideal for your summer/winter holidays. Medpacs are portable, easy to find in an emergency and contain all the vital information you need. Designed by a mum who knows what a worry it can be when you have to have access to emergency medicines at all times. Make sure you always travel with your medication in a Medpac!
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Beach access made easy As a wheelchair user do you think that the beach is a no go? The unevendifficult-to-tackle-for-a-regular-wheelchair terrain is typically considered to be something that can only be enjoyed from the car or promenade for a wheelchair user….until now that is! The inventive team at Beach Easy Wheelchairs developed an affordable all-terrain wheelchair which at last helps to make the beach accessible for all. The chairs have opened up a host of possibilities since their launch and it is a chair which is continuously evolving and improving. This year Beach Easy Wheelchairs launched the new and improved already invaluable Beach Easy Wheelchair. We spoke to Beach Easy’s Director Martin Nuttall to find out more, “We found that some of our customers wanted to change the wheels over whilst the user was still in the chair, in the past this was impossible, so we have now designed a jacking system where you can change the wheels over without the user getting out of the chair, this has proved invaluable
for customers who need to use a sling to get into the chair in the first place.” The only one of its kind on the market at present, it is certainly a welcome addition to the existing model and makes trips to the beach even more pleasurable for all involved. Assembled in the UK the chairs come complete with a full set of road wheels and set of beach wheels, detachable arms, a seatbelt, quick assembly and made to high spec safety and quality assurances, the Beach Easy chair makes beach access...well...easy! The super light-weight all terrain wheelchairs mean whatever your ability the beach can now be accessible and enjoyed by all. www.beachwheelchairs.co.uk
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Isn’t a huge chunk of the fun we have on holiday down to getting the little ones excited in the run up? If you are like us holidays aren’t a regular occurrence so when they come along we get so very excited and pull out all the stops to let the holiday fun begin waaay before the journey starts. Here are just a few things we do to get the holiday fever started! Countdown Set up a chalkboard at home with how many sleeps left until you go and get the children to change the number every day. Wow Toys do a bath toy that includes a holiday countdown too which is lots of fun. Packing
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Let them help with their packing. We know this sounds like a nightmare but it isn’t really, honest! Create a list together and get them to draw pictures next to the written word of what they want to pack. Then as you start to buy and gather the bits and pieces they can check off the item on their list. Travel fun Start building a back pack full of fun travel entertainment such as notebooks, I Spy games and colouring books. The more they are involved in this process the more likely they will get enthused by it when you give them to them on your journey. Achieve 41
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Remescar Stretch Marks £24.99 www.boots.com
Andrew Barton Moroccan Argan Oil brush £8.00 www.asda.com
Embryolisse Smooth Radiant Complexion Immediate anti-fatigue £24.99 www.boots.com
Zippo Flex Neck Lighter £14.50 www.zippo.co.uk
Bio-Kult from £8.99 www.bio-kult.com
Absolute Bronze £19.29 www.milkshakehaircare.co.uk
Snugpak: Butterfly Pillow £18.95 www.snugpak.com
ERiiS Sun range, prices from £14.95 www.vie-healthcare.com
Instant Whites 7 day teeth whitening system £29.99 www.boots.com
HayMax Kids organic drug-free allergen barrier balm £6.99 www.haymax.biz
Hycosan Fresh £8.99. Available in all good pharmacies and opticians
Snackeez from Character Options £9.99 www.character-online.com
Vita Coco Coconut Oil 750ml £14.50. Available from Amazon, Asda, Boots, Budgens, Holland and Barrett, Nutricentre, Ocado, Tesco and Wholefoods nationwide.
Carnation’s Hard Skin Remover Pen £3.99 www.firstaidfast.co.uk
Belvoir Fruit Farms Raspberry Lemonade Light and Elderflower & Rose Pressé Light £2.39 (70cl). Available from Tesco and Ocado
Proven Probiotics For Travel complete digestive support £7.95 www.provenprobiotics.co.uk
Snugpak: Utility Pack £14.95 www.snugpak.com
Natures Own Wholefood Cherry C £8.15 (30 capsules) and Immune Support £12.30 (30 capsules) www.natures-own.co.uk
Jojoba Intense Overnight Renewal Cream £34.99 (50ml) www.hollandandbarrett.com
All Over Shampoo £13.99 www.milkshakehaircare.co.uk
Aqua Natural Sugar Strip Ease Kit £9.99 www.aquanatural.co.uk
Dr. Bronner’s travel soaps 59ml £1.99 www.drbronner.co.uk
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Natures Own Nature’s Bears £21.95 (90 Bears) and Kid’s Immune Support £10.95 (60 capsules) www.natures-own.co.uk
Sleep Well, Stress Less and Escape Therapy Balm £14.50 www.scentered.me
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Cosy sleeping bags for use at home and away
Aquaplane is the FIRST Multi-use swim aid to land on the market. Passing all relevant child safety tests required along with being Endorsed by Team GB and Commonwealth swimmers, Aquaplane is the MUST HAVE swimming Aid for your child’s swimming journey. Aquaplane is not a ‘throw-away’ item once your child can swim. Instead, Aquaplane can be used as a back-float to develop confidence and swimming ability at the start of their swimming journey. Once your child is strong enough to swim un-aided, the fully adjustable straps can be removed thus turning Aquaplane into a streamlined kick-board to use through the rest of your child’s swimming journey in stroke critique.
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Godstone Farm
Bocketts Farm Park
Discover, explore and have fun at Godstone Farm, the perfect family fun filled day out. Enjoy a large variety of animals to see and lots of indoor and outdoor play, tractor rides, animal handling, hog’stacle course, sandpits and seasonal events. You won’t want to miss a single thing! Open all year round, 10am – 5pm off peak and 6pm peak. www.godstonefarm.co.uk | 01883 742 546 havefun@godstonefarm.co.uk
A working family farm set in the beautiful Surrey countryside, there are lots of friendly farm animals, plenty of fun farm activities and lots of indoor and outdoor play for all ages. Daily activities include pony rides, goat milking, animal handling, tractor rides, and the famous pig racing! An all-weather attraction, open all year round, 10am – 5.30pm. www.bockettsfarm.co.uk | 01372 363 764 info@bockettsfarm.co.uk
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Family Living Creating a summery home is a great way to invite a bit of sunshine into your abode. It’s pretty easy to spruce things up with a summer facelift. Get out in the garden and create a family play space, add swings, slides, trampolines and sandpits to create an environment in which they can play til dusk. Inside, replace cushions with brighter, bolder prints and introduce lighter breezier scented candles. Bring in the outside with a few well-placed plants and your home will go from cosy winter to cool summer in no time. 46
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FAMILY LIVING One of the first things that may put you off about growing your own is space – you might not feel that you have enough space to grow your own. However, you can grow so much even in the smallest of spaces. A few grow bags on the patio and a couple of nice big pots and you can at least grow your own salads and tomatoes for the summer season. If space is plentiful you can really go to town with a big patch. A good way for novices is to create stand alone raised beds and fill with compost and top soil therefore erradicating the need for soil ph and drainage concerns. www.tesco.com
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There is something so rewarding (and kind of smug) about going to your garden to choose your veg for dinner from the patch and cooking up a storm in the kitchen. Having dabbled in it myself over the last couple of years there are a few hints and tips I have picked up along the way…
Pick your plants carefully The temptation is to go for everything, to try and grow all that you possible can. My advice is to stick to the easier ones for the first year. The good starter ones are carrots, lettuce, kale (grows in all conditions and with no work whatsoever!) courgette, peppers and herbs. To be honest, even though it is my third year I am still sticking with these. Go on, give it a try!
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The founder of the Children’s Curtain Company, Vivienne Parker has made sure you can spread the look around the room with bedding, wallpaper, storage boxes and even more accessories to compliment your chosen theme. With 35 years of interior design behind her, Vivienne gives guidance and advice if you’re stuck for ideas. Shaline Mitra in her book, ‘The Art of Successful Parenting’ (2005), tells us that kids are inspired by their surroundings. Having a harmonious home teaches little ones many good behaviours so sprucing up their own bedroom with imaginative furnishings could stimulate and encourage their natural curiosity and provide a peaceful retreat at the end of those long hard days of learning. From tiny tots right up until the teens, everyone can enjoy a gorgeous child-like bedroom. All of Vivienne’s items are handmade so they are safe and sound for nurseries and allow you to get everything just so. Corners are mitred and weighted with no machine stiches visible on Roman blinds and you can choose a style of headings: pencil pleat, eyelet pinch pleat or tab top. Get five free fabric samples when you call Vivienne on 01635 871168 or email on sales@childrenscurtaincompany.co.uk Take a peek … www.childrenscurtaincompany.co.uk
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farmyard friends Happi Barnyard includes a bright red barn, leafy trees, and favourite farm animals like cows, pigs, chickens, sheep, and more. The fun patterns and trendy colour choices ensure this design by RoomMates will look right at home in your baby’s nursery or on the wall of any playroom. Perfect for schools, and makes a great gift idea for baby showers and new parents! £12.55 www.beckyandlolo.co.uk
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Crafty Corner Natural Décor with the children Here is a little something we picked up recently and it is a lovely way to get you and your kids having a little crafty fun and create nice décor pieces for your home. The Japanese art of leaf bashing is called ‘Hapa Zoma’ and is essentially leaf and flower imprinting. What you will need: •
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Nursery room storage, bedroom storage, playroom storage, toy storage....and decorative too! Circuses, cottages, trains, town houses... so many different kinds to choose from, in so many different colours! Made for play as well as storage these baskets are a perfect combination of practicality meeting beauty and play in a brilliantly colourful and fun way. These boxes will inevitably become part of a childs’ play just as much as it will be loved for storing their treasures inside. We can’t get enough of these raffia houses with their vibrant colours and playful imaginative design - storage has never before had such style!
All you need to do is arrange the flowers and leaves in the order you want them on one half of the canvas fabric, fold in half so that the flowers remain inside and then gently tap the outside of the fabric. A parent will need to be helping here to prevent any injury. Open up and discover your beautiful patterned canvas piece. Frame and place on the wall for all to admire.
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KIDS CORNER
Kids Corner There is nothing like getting the kids to enjoy nature and the outdoors and the summer provides so many more opportunities to do this as a family. Take a look in your local area for outdoor forest schools and play schemes as these provide some often much needed entertainment in the summer holidays. A great way to get their fingers green and enjoying your outdoor space at home is to create a mini veg patch in your own garden. It is a great way to get them involved in the whole of the food chain process— you might be surprised at just how much more willing they are to try new vegetables as a result too. 50
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Travel Entertainment Ahh those holiday travel experiences, no one said they were easy with children did they? Just how do you keep them amused? Here are some ideas... Be Well Stocked Packing a lot of healthy snacks are one of the most vital things you can do to prep for any journey. Hungry kids plus hours of travel is not a happy combo. So, get those carrot sticks at the ready and be prepared to drip feed them throughout. Activity Books There are some great activity books out there for all ages. Colouring, quizzes and much more. Gather a few each and a pencil case full of colours and you are good to go for at least an hour. Fun and often educational hope too, hopefully all that concentrating will also encourage an hour or two of nap time too!
Techno Friend Right, we know technology isn’t the best all the time but in travel circumstances it is a lifesaver! Load up their favourite programmes, rent some films and charge that device up. Let them snuggle up in the back of the car and happily be entertained for at least another hour. Perfect. PlayBag Company Packing their very favourite toys isn’t easy, when armed with a small bag and asked to pack their favourites it’s often too difficult for them to handle. This is where you seek out the designs at The PlayBag Company. A unique play mat and bag all rolled into one you can pack their favourite role play toys within the bag and go! Hours of fun without huge levels of excess baggage. VTech DigiGo Pink £99.00 www.littlewoods.com
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COVER STORY STARSany Comp -The Playbag
Our cover stars for this issue are the rather marvellous PlayBag Company. Set up by designer, maker and owner Debbie Jilbert, the company resonated with us when we first stumbled upon their unique product. After a few chats, we decided it was time to meet up and this is how things went. Well, this is just part of the three hour catch up over tea if we are honest, but, here’s what you need to know...
The range seems to be gaining popularity quite quickly, how does that feel? “Amazing! I am so pleased and relieved too. When you put everything into something like this which starts out as just an idea, especially if it is something creative, it can be pretty daunting. So, to have people really love it is wonderful.” What is in store for the collection?
Debbie, tell our readers what your business is? “Well, I design and make portable playmats for children. They come in two different sizes and a variety of designs which children love. I started out making them for my son Peter but, after people started asking me where I got them from when we were out and about, I set about making them for friends and family and then to sell too.” So Peter is your inspiration for the designs? “Yes absolutely. I designed the bag initially because every time we went out we were packing mini bags of his favourite toys and it was always bulky and time consuming. I made the bag so that we could take it wherever we went, open it up and have everything he needed to help him play happily, feel more familiar with his surroundings and use his imagination. He loves all the different bags and he is always my tester when I create a new design- he always gives me his honest feedback!” 52
“I am always dreaming up and creating new designs, so lots hopefully! But for now, I have a lovely spring and summer design as well as the very exciting sensory PlayBag Unique which is specifically designed for those with Special Educational Needs. I would love to see them in SEN settings across the country and invite organisations to get in touch to discuss ways of making that happen. Aside from that, I would also like to continue to grow as a company and continue to feel inspired by the business as I have done so far.” Shop the range and find out more at www.playbagcompany.co.uk. Discover more about the new sensory bags, The PlayBag Unique, on the Achieve Blog!
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Lolly Pup Push Along Little Bird Told Me £65.00 www.littlebirdtoldme.co.uk
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Take advantage of this great offer from Win Green and encourage your children to explore their imaginations through creative play! Their enchanting collection of fun and colourful Playhouses and Accessories are hand-embroidered and appliquéd with beautiful detail. Designs include a Fairy Cottage, Beach House, Princess Castle and Pirate Shack! www.wingreen.co.uk | 0208 295 5413 | 20% Discount Code: ACHIEVE20
Cute Character! This is ‘Frasse’ a 7-inch bear from CarroBears. He is one of a kind. Handsewn from Helmbold-mohair with glass eyes and he is filled with fiberfill. This little bellhop-bear never goes anywhere without his little suitcase which is covered with flag-stickers. He just loves travelling!! This month he was in the American magazine Teddy Bear and Friends. £55.00 www.facebook.com/ CarroBears
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INSPIRATIONAL MUM The owner of The PlayBag Company, Debbie Jilbert is one of those women who manages to balance it all. With a growing business, a busy home life and with leftover energies for creativity, she pulls it off with apparent ease. So, what is her secret we hear you cry! Well, let’s find out. Debbie, what made you decide to start a business? “Well, it happened very naturally. I have always been quite creative and one day decided to make a playmatcome-holdall for my son Peter. I was due a trip to the hairdressers and was wondering how on earth I was going to keep him amused. So out came the scrap fabric bag and the rest is history.” How do you manage to juggle it all?
Hoops of fun! John the “Hoop Guy” is your man for high-quality hoops for children and adults online. Discover the fun and fitness the perfect hoop will give you and your family this summer! John also leads workshops and parties up and down the country offering routines with an array of skilled hoop action, juggling and much more besides all of which teaches fine motor skills, numeracy skills and teamwork. www.hoop-guy.com
“Erm...I am not sure that I do all of the time but both of my children are very involved in the creative process so that makes things easier and they are really encouraging of my business and that is a wonderful feeling.” What advice would you give to other mothers out there dabbling with the idea of setting up a business? “I would say go for it! It is hard and you will make mistakes, but it is incredibly rewarding and there is a lot of support out there. If you don’t you will always wonder what could have been.” So, there you have it, straight from a woman who has been there, stop pondering and get started! www.theplaybagcompany.co.uk Achieve 54
Bath Time is Toy Time! Don’t we all have trouble finding toys for our children that are liked by us and them? Striking the balance between fun and educational toys that are also exciting and lasting is rather tricky isn’t it? So many times we want those beautiful wooden toys and they want the flimsy plastic ones which later become landfill. If this sounds like how things go in the toy cupboard in your household you will be as delighted as we were at the discovery of Wow Toys. Firm favourites with both parents and children alike, a Wow Toy is beautifully made using hard-wearing PVC-free plastics, which are happily free from toxic paints and batteries, plus they are dishwasher friendly too! These sensible attributes don’t mean they are boring toys; in fact they are far from it. A Wow Toy provides hours of fun with their carefully designed features aimed at developing certain key skills in children of pre-school ages. WOW Toys provide countless opportunities to further their imagination and enjoy role play. As your child grows, so too will their play and developmental skills. Here at Achieve our children already know and love Wow Toys especially their exciting bath toy range. Bath time just got a whole lot more fun with Police Boat Perry, Fireboat Felix, Danny’s Diving Adventure and the very cool Susie Speedboat (available from September this year).
WOW bath toys are unique, never create mould, are hard-wearing and dishwasher safe. They manage to strike that balance of being a toy that both parents and children love...all this without the crazy light and sound shows that can wear thin after a while! They are perfect for bath time fun and regular floor play too! At great price points, Wow Toys is excellent value for money providing a lifetime of play for your little ones and their friends, with cute designs parents and children adore in equal measure. Find Wow Toys at John Lewis, Amazon, Hamleys to name a few. Visit www.wowtoys.com to find out more.
it! I was hooked on hooping and I have hardly put it down since.” Pretty soon he was sourcing and selling high-quality hoops for adults online, performing routines set to music to entertain and hosting children’s parties which included an array of skilled hoop action, juggling and much more besides.
HOOPS OF FUN FOR YOUR SCHOOL! Professional Hula Hooper John the ‘Hoop Guy’ aged 62, and with 12 Grandchildren, has an infectious passion for all things hoop shaped, yet more than that he has a passion for helping the young people of today to get fit and active whilst having fun. Having picked up his first hoop in the 1950s and struggling somewhat, he was shocked when he decided to have another go aged 53 and loved it. “I started out juggling and after founding a juggling club in my local town I met a member who was also a Hula Hooper, she showed me some tricks and that was
Not wanting to stop here though, John started to visit schools for special one-off day experiences, armed with hoops for all, plenty of music and an itinerary, he led workshops for students which got them learning to hoop, do tricks, build hoop structures and have heaps of fun which all got them active, taught them fine motor skills, numeracy skills and got them working in teams. Needless to say, schools and students have been thrilled at the workshops and John is now working up and down the country bringing hoop fun and smiles to schools everywhere. If you would like to see the many benefits that a workshop with Hoop Guy can bring to your students visit www.hooping4schools.org.uk or call 07946 413 452 for more info.
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In your childs imagination your bath tub could become an exciting tropical lagoon... Danny’s Diving Adventure - Get ready to dive in and
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Little ones adore role play and pretending that they are doing jobs around the house – just like the grown-ups! This Dyson Ball upright vacuum cleaner has been specially designed to be true to life, right down to the last detail so your little helper will really feel part of your world while developing essential life skills. • • • • •
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Realistic role play for exploring imagination and developing social skills Replica design with bright colours for visual stimulation Play encourages the development of hand-to-eye co-ordination Working suction and cyclone action for understanding cause and effect Manoeuvrability of toy develops problem solving and motor skills Independent play encourages exploration and discovery True to life sounds for added realism and aural stimulation
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BIG WAN LITTLE WAN SOY SAUCE CHICKEN WITH HONEY ON SKEWERS
Welcome to our first edition of Big Wan Little Wan. Over the following months we (Kwoklyn ‘Big Wan’ aged 42 and LolaRose ‘Little Wan’ aged 9) are going to share simple yet everso tasty dishes to be prepared, cooked and enjoyed by you and your own Little Wan’s. Big Wan, “Having spent my entire life in the belly of the catering industry and in the heart of many a kitchen, ‘Big Wan Little Wan’ was born out of wanting to pass my own knowledge to my children. I was always fascinated by the hustle and bustle of a busy kitchen and found it so exciting.” Cooking is so much fun and the rewards are great, especially when you’re baking rich gooey double chocolate chip cookies and you bite into that warm chewy centre. For further information please log on to www.kwoklynwan.com
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Preparation time: 5 minutes Marinating time: 30 minutes Cook time: 25 minutes Level: Super Easy Ingredients 125ml (1/2 cup) light soy sauce 80ml (1/3 cup) honey 1 lemon, juiced 1 garlic clove, crushed 12 chicken fillets 12 bamboo skewers Soak bamboo skewers in water while chicken marinates. Method Preheat oven to 180°C. Combine soy sauce, honey, lemon juice and garlic in a bowl and mix well. Place the chicken in an ovenproof dish in a single layer and pour the marinade over the top. Allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes. Carefully thread each fillet onto a Bamboo skewer and place into an oven proof dish in a single layer. Pour over remaining marinade.
Cook chicken in preheated oven for approximately 25 minutes or until chicken is cooked thoroughly. Turn the Chicken Skewers and baste them with the marinade after 15 minutes. Remove from oven, drain off marinade and cool to room temperature. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
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Braun Series 9-9040s Wet & Dry Shaver £269.99 available Boots, Amazon and other good electrical retailers
Eco Vessel’s Double Barrel Mug £19.95 for the 500ml www.anatomfootwear.co.uk
HoverTech Battle FX £34.99 www.smythstoys.com
The Bluebeards Revenge ‘Cutlass’ Double-Edge Safety Razor £34.99 and ‘Broadsword’ Straight Razor £99 www.shaving-shack.com
Jedi Holocron £19.99 www.amazon.co.uk
Wingman 2-in1 Shower Fuels £2.40 each and available exclusively at Tesco www.tesco.com
Davos Fleece Lined Macaroni Hoodie Grey £65.00 www.weirdfish.co.uk
Lumie Bodyclock Go 75 £74.95 www.lumie.com
Pie & Pint £15.00 www.choconchoc.co.uk
Ventura portable charger – PB60 £39.99 www.snooper.co.uk
CROSS Tech 3+ Darth Vader Special Edition, available exclusively at John Lewis £80, as well as online at www.cross.com
Lacoste Eau De Lacoste Energized Eau De Toilette 100ml Spray £46.50 www.thefragranceshop.co.uk
Chilly’s Stainless Steel Reusable Water Bottle £18.99 for the 500ml bottle www.chillysbottles.com
Maui Jim Sunglasses Pilot £225.00 and Kawika £225.00 www.uk.mauijim.com
Billy Henley SS Tee £25.00 www.whitestuff.com
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SimplyCook 3- month £26.95, 6- month £53.95 and 12- month subscription £104.95 www.simplycook.com/gifts
Aftershave, Chrome, Hot Towel and Barbershop Yankee Candles £12.99 www.yankeecandle.co.uk
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The Toughflex™ range of classroom furniture has been designed for SEN schools and units.
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