Baby Gifts

Brenda writes…

Here are a few suggestions of stocking fillers for your children from Lula Sapphire, a favourite of our sister site Bambino Goodies.

Sweet Pea

This gorgeous little Sweet Pea will make a little baby very happy, as it can be tucked in beside them while they nap. The little sleepy princess is tucked up in her silk lined pea pod. Suitable from 6 months. £9.95.

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Brenda writes…

We are big lovers of all things Dwell Studio whether it be bedding or toys, so I was very excited to see their toys reduced at BBG favourite Blooming Marvellous.

The toys available in this special offer include:

Mind Blocks

These are suitable from birth and dimensions are 13 x 13cm. They encourage stimulation of your baby’s developing senses with their lovely soft fabric and bright colours. Price £16.99. Was £25.

Baby Finger Puppets

These colourful finger puppets come in a set of 5 different animals and they come with their own carrying pouch. Price £9.99 was £15.99.

Sue writes…

The Bop-a-Lots are three very cute computer-animated characters created by Stephen Fossati and Philip Vaughan - two dads from Hollywood who wanted to create something that would entertain their young children and help nourish their growing minds.

The idea behind this DVD is very simple, but very effective. The DVD contains four songs: If You’re Happy and You Know It, Old MacDonald, Pop Goes the Weasel, and Rock-A-Bye Baby. Each song has it’s own section, which begins with the song being sung in the traditional way by a group of dancing children.  Then the little computer-animated Bop-a-Lots join in! Four different instrumental versions of the song are played, each time in a different musical style. The musical styles are very varied and range from marching bands and celtic, to Arabian and Aboriginal! The three little Bop-a-Lots join in with the fun by dancing and playing along with the music. The idea is that by the time you have watched the DVD, your child will have danced and played away from the familiar tune and into an understanding of how to look at the traditional from multiple and vastly different perspectives. Continued

Brenda writes…

Coming from gift specialists Osborn and William, is this bright comfort blanket from Egmont Toys.

The blanket has a soft little bee which can be taken out and used as a soft toy on its own or re-attached to the blanket.  It can also be machine washed which is always a huge plus when dealing with newborns.

It comes in its own corrugated cube shaped gift box, which has a peek-a-boo hole in the front.

Available from Osborn and William for £9. This has just gone on my newborn gift list. 

Brenda writes

Here are two great toys for your bambino from our Amazon store that are great value for money and also help with your bambinos mental stimulation.

Lamaze Gardenbug Wrist Rattle & Footfinder Set

This great set helps develop the key skills needed by your bambino from an early age.  It helps stimulate, their sight, hearing, touch and imagination.  Suitable from 3 months+.  Price £7.59.

Leapfrog Hug & Learn Animal Globe

This cute little ball, will give hours of fun to your little one, it is another that I have added to my xmas list of pressie to give.  It has 2 modes, one for day and one for night.  It has songs and instrumental music, with a volume control and an auto shut down.  Suitable from age 6 months+.  Price is £9.49.  RRP is £9.99.

Brenda writes…

Following on from last month when I had a look through The Baby Catalogue’s website, here are a few more hot picks to help save you some money.

Muslin Nursing Pack

You get a pack of two mini muslins (50 x 40cm in size), which are cutely tied with a ribbon.  Great idea if you want to make a gift box for a friend.  Available in three colour choices.  Perfect for so many uses.  Price was £4.99 now £1.

Swing Tray Portable Booster Seat

Suitable for use from 6 months through to about 2 years old.  This seat adjusts easily into 3 seat positions and has a 3 point harness.  Price was £28.95 now £15.

The Baby & Child Question & Answer Book

This is a great book which covers the first five years of your bambinos life.  It is easy to find with its colour coded chapters and offers a comforting blend of practical and commonsense advice.  Price was £12.95 now £7.99.

Brenda writes…

Now as you know we are not major baby pink/blue fans here at BBG, but NUK have these First choice starter sets in these colours, at half price, so I thought it was worth a mention.

NUK orthodontic shape and NUK Air system have both been approved by the British Dental Foundation, which is a glowing reference to the products.

The starter set includes:  1 x 150ml wide neck bottle, 1 x 300ml wide neck bottle, the teat on the bottles is a size 1(suitable for age 0-6 months), 2 x silicone size 1 NUK orthodontic soothers with protective covers and a butterfly toy rattle.

Available from NUK for £9.99.  RRP is £19.99.

Brenda writes…

Looking for bits and bobs that are different?  Then check out the eclectic ranges from Windmill-Direct.  They stock lots of fabulous brands including Greengate and Cloud Cuckoo to name but a few.

Items in the sale include the following:

Greengate Mimi PJ´s

Made from 100% cotton, these gorgeously different girly pyjamas will look fab on your little princess.  Available in size 3-4 years.  Price was £17 now £12.50.

Anne-Claire Petit Bambi

This cute looking handmade crocheted toy.  Would make a lovely newborn gift.  Made from 100% cotton, it is 28 x x20cm in size.  Price was £16.99 now £12.95.

Brenda writes…

We love Dwell Studio goodies here at BBG and BG, as their eclectic designs and bold colours make essentials like bibs and pushchair blankets seriously stylish. You can imagine my delight when trawling through BBG favourite Kiddicare when I spotted these goodies HALF PRICE!!! But you have to get in there quick as there is not many left, I have my credit card awaiting…

Dwell Baby Stroller Blanket

Available in a range of styles including Cowboy Dusk is the stroller blanket. Made from 100% cotton, one side has a print pattern and the other has a soft plush feel to it. Was £32 now £16.

Dwell Baby Bib & Burp Set

Again made from 100% cotton with a print pattern on one side and soft plush fabric on the other, the set includes 2 bibs and 1 burp cloth. Was £25 now £12.50.

Brenda writes…

Baby Bjorn Dinner Set

A great, stylish buy that will also make it easier for your child to feed themselves. It has a 3 leaf clover shape to make it easier to spoon out food without going round and round, a rubber base, and an edge that makes it difficult to pick up. £8.50 although £7.99 if you join the club.

Animal Feeding Set

This cute little melamine breakfast set is available in the following designs: Green sheep, Pink pig or Blue cow. The set includes: bowl, fork, spoon and cup. £12.99 available from Blooming Marvellous.

Lapin & Me Dinner Set

This lovely dinner set has lots of vibrant colours on it. Made from Melamine, it is illustrated by Lapin & Me’s favourite French artist - Nathalie Lete. It comes beautifully gift boxed. The set includes: plate, beaker, bowl, fork and spoon. £18.50.