Travel Accessories & Travel Cots

If you own a Phil & Ted’s inline pushchair or are planning to and will have two kids in it, you’ll need one of their double kits which is an additional seat that enables the pushchair to carry two toddlers or a toddler and a newborn (you’ll need to buy a cocoon separately for the baby).

Oliver’s Babycare are selling them for £45.95 which is about £20 off the RRP.

Brenda writes…

Babyworld have a great offer on this fab reversible travelbag borg fleece.  I have been checking these out as potential newborn gifts for my friends that are due in the next few weeks, as they will keep their newborn snug and warm in the colder weather.

Coming in one size only that fits from birth to approximately 1 year, these really useful travelbags are reversible and this one comes in a choice of denim/lightblue colour.  Made from Borg fleece, which is fluffy and soft, they are fully machine washable and can be used either in the pram, pushchair, or carseat.

Available from Babyworld for £23.50 was £46.90.

Brenda writes…

When my daughter was younger she had a bit of a thing for lunchboxes, although she never had to go anywhere with one, she always used to play pretend picnics in the garden or her room with them, here are my 3 of the best at the moment.

Dancing Mice Lunch Box

With the retro dancing mice pattern, this lunch box is perfect for school lunches or pretend play at home.  Available from Emma Bridgewater for £7.

Charlie and Lola ´carrots are for rabbits´lunch box

This super cool lunch box will make packed lunches much more fun than having hot dinners.  Available from Roomers Gifts for £6.99.

Football Keeper School Lunch Box

This is one for the boys.  This lunch box has a handy grip lid and removable inner compartment for storing fruit in .  It comes in a wide array of styles.  Available from Izzi Wizzi Kids for £7.99.

Brenda writes…

Following on from  Part 1, here is the rest of my top 10 under £10 at Amazon.

Sunshine Kids:  Warm N Go

This insulated stretch neoprene material will stretch to shape any bottle or size.  It has a temperature cut-off fuse which will prevent overheating and it packs away easily enough to put in your changing bag.  Available from Amazon for £9.99.

Lansinoh Breast Feeding Cream

Made from the purest Lanolin, this cream has been specifically developed for the treatment of sore and cracked nipples.  it works on the process of moist wound healing.  Seller is Ana Wiz Ltd for £8.90.

Kiddopotamus Esfre Insulated Baby Bottle Tote

This funky looking tote bag will keep the bottles or food cool for hours, has handy pockets inside and outside, includes a reusable ice pack and attaches easily to strollers.  Available from Best for Baby for £6.49.

Babybjorn Plate and Spoon Set

This well designed baby plate and spoon set is a great starter set.  It is suitable for left/right handed users, dishwasher safe and has been approved for food use.  Available through Amazon for £9.99.

Steady Cutlery Blue

Grown up looking cutlery for kids, how fab is that, not all of us want kiddie characters on their cutlery.  Suitable from age 3 years+.  Is safe to go in the dishwasher and is non-toxic.  Has an ergonomic design.  Available from Amazon for £5.99.

Brenda writes…

Made from Fibreboard, these fun and funky kiddies suitcases come in a choice of Turquoise or Orange in colour and a choice of 4 fun animal designs.  You also have a choice of small or large.  Available from The Holding Company for £10 or £13.

Mini Suitcase Set (set of 3)

With new colours for the autumn, this fab set of 3 robust cardboard cases, which have been hugely popular for ages.  All kiddies love to pack away their stuff and then unpack - my little one could do it for hours when she was little.  Available from GLTC for £15.

Brenda writes…

Blankets

If you prefer blankets to baby sleeping bags then you need to stock up on a few in case of accidents. There are so many to choose from, we love a funky blanket here at BBG. Brora do gorgeous lambswool blankets and they have one on sale reduced from £29 to £19.

Towels

I loved using hooded towels when my kids were babiess and would have definitely have used The Clevamama Baby Bath Towel if I had known about it. Easy to use, it helps protects your clothes from getting wet and lets you use both hands for taking your bambino out of the bath. Available from Whizzbitz for £14.69.

Feeding Gear

Depending on your choice whether you want to breast or bottle feed will decide on what you need. If you are going to breastfeed, then you will need nursing bras and breast pads or if you decide to bottle feed you will need bottles, a steriliser, teats etc. Shown is a nursing bra from Figleaves, the Emma Jane range, which starts from 32b upwards for £15. If you’re on a very tight budget, Primark also does nursing bras for around £3-£4.

Car Seat

It is a legal requirement that your newborn leaves the hospital in a proper fitted infant car seat when travelling in a car. There are many to choose from including the Graco Logico S with a base from Kiddicare. Now £69.99 was £129.99. I also highlighted that Maxi Cosi’s Happy Flower is half price at the moment.

Pushchair

You need to get one that suits your life, preferably with a lie-down option for newborns. Check out this OBaby Atlas Stroller from our favourite Budget store - Kiddicare for £54.97.

Brenda writes…

These nylon swimming nappy trunks are cute and perfect for your little man either in the pool or on the beach. Available in sizes 6-12, 12-18 or 18-24 months. Was £14.99 now £5.

Portable Bottle Warmer

At last a truly portable bottle warmer. It has no need for water, cords, batteries, or microwaves. It uses a Thermocell multi use cartridge (one is included), which will heat up to 20 bottles. It warms the bottles in minutes, shuts off automatically, is small and compact, making it ideal if you are going off on a trip and fits most bottle types. Was £19.95 now £3!!!

This is a complete Safety 1st Dining Set. It includes: a non-slip 3 parts plate, non-slip bowl, non-spill cup, and cutlery for feeding your bambino. It has soft grip textured sides for easy gripping, is dishwasher safe, suitable from 9 months. Would make a great value first birthday gift. Was £6.99 now £3.

Medical Kit

This comes in a handy little travel bag and contains all the essentials you will need to care for your bambino including: nose cleaner, digital thermometer, round ended scissors, and medicine syringe. Was £24.99 now £12.

This is a perfect gift for a new mum to be. A kitsch white and pink waterproof travel bag filled with “New Mum” slippers, “Shhh” eye mask, soap dish, 2 refillable bottles, 1 refillable toiletry jar and a toothbrush holder. The bag has a detachable zippered mesh pouch. Was £17.99 now £5.

This is the top selling baby carrier in the US. Your bambino can face in or out without removing the carrier. It has a wrap around head support with easy to adjust velcro straps, comes in a navy colour, and is suitable for babies from 8-20 lbs. Was £14.99 now £5.

Brenda writes…

Here are my hot picks from the Bump To 3 Sale:

Leander High Chair Cushions - Select from the six funky colours on offer. Was £19.95 now £9.50.

Pop Up Baby Bed in Polka Dot - This easy to store and open baby travel bed is perfect when visiting family and friends. It includes a quilted mattress, sunhood, three toy hanging loops and a pure cotton lining. Was £29.95 now £17.50.

Eco Balls - A natural alternative to conventional detergents. Ideal for people with sensitive skin and can be re-used for more than 1000 washes. Simply put 3 eco balls in your washing machine and use on your usual programme - how simple yet eco-friendly. Was £34.95 now £20.

BEST PRICE AVAILABLE

Brenda writes…

If you’re looking for a travel cot that is light and easy to assemble, this could be up your street.

It comes with its own satchel, is suitable for ages 0-6 months, has integrated loops for toys, a mattress, and a mosquito net.

Available from Baby Curls for 29.99 including delivery. RRP is 34.99.

Price is correct at time of publishing.

Brenda writes…

This weeks bargain has two parts, one is the Chicco For Me Stroller:

Features include it being the first Chicco stroller to have a reversible seat, a multi seasonal hood, the comfort kit, 4 positional back rest, matching leg cover lined in soft fleece, standard integral rain cover, double twist handles and ultra compact light frame.

The second is the Chicco Auto-Fix Plus Car Seat:

Features include padded head and body support, it easily attaches to most Chicco strollers, and a canopy.

Both are suitable from 0+.

Available from Kiddicare for £199.99. RRP is £399.99. Half price!