It is that time again. Time to work out which Christmas toys your little boy or girl has on their list. And then of course time to worry about where you will be able to find it. Thankfully, if you are reading this, then you have come to the right place. This year Babaloo wanted […]

In recent times a number of reports have suggested that a baby should not be given toys to play with when they are seated in the highchair. It is thought that babies who are constantly distracted during meal times, don’t learn how to sit at the table and dine with other members of the family. […]

If you are currently looking to buy a high chair, you may be confused about exactly which kind you should buy. High chairs come in all shapes and sizes with budgets ranging from just a few pounds up to three figure numbers! So what do you need to consider when buying a highchair? The good […]

What is a sippy cup? A sippy cup is a training cup with a screw on lid, a spout and a handle. They allow your child to give themselves a drink, without unwanted spills. The sippy cup is designed to be a transition cup, between your child bottle feeding and drinking from an everyday cup. […]

Making your own baby food is a way to ensure baby is getting all the right nutrients. It is very likely that you will already have a food blender or food processor in your kitchen and so you don’t need to specifically by one for baby. Why do I need a food blender or processor? […]

When you start weaning your baby and when they start trying to feed themselves, you will need to invest in dinnerware and utensils which are designed specifically for small hands and mouths. Your baby’s eating and drinking skills take time to develop and so there are a range of dishes, cups and utensils designed for […]

Breastfeeding is a rewarding experience, although it can also be a tad tricky. New mums should take nay help they can get to ensure they find breastfeeding a wonderful experience and this includes investing in a breastfeeding pillow. What is a nursing pillow? Finding a position which is both comfortable for you to feed and […]

From the minute baby is born, your washing machine will seemingly never be switched off. Bibs are essential for minimising the amount of washing you need to do, without them you would need to change your little one after every bottle or every meal. So with a choice of pull on bibs, tie bibs, long […]

These days most parents are in agreement that breast is best. And whilst it is completely natural, it does not always follow that it is easy! Therefore we have done some research on products which help breastfeeding go a little smoother. Breastfeeding Pillow A breastfeeding pillow will put your baby at the correct angle for […]

Many mums have every intention of breastfeeding but sometimes it just doesn’t work out. Baby might be having trouble latching on correctly or mum might not be expressing enough milk. Other mums choose to bottle feed from the very beginning, perhaps due to a bad experience previously or due to social pressure such as a […]

There is real satisfaction about preparing homemade food for your baby. It puts you in complete control of what goes into your baby’s food and gives you peace of mind that they are intaking the correct nutrients without harmful preservatives. Of course you will need to store all that food safe-ly…so what are your options? […]

There are times as a parent that you really do need two pairs of hands, especially if you have more than one child under the age of two. Thankfully, manufacturers of baby products realised this a long time ago and provide entertainment in the shape of baby bouncers, rockers and swingers. Do you know which […]

As soon as baby becomes mobile, a stair gate is a necessity for any parent who lives in a two storey building. Even parents who live in bungalows or flats may invest in gates, simply to create a barrier between their baby and a potential hazard. When it comes to stair gates, one size does […]

Bath time is special for both parent and baby. It is a time when the focus is completely on the baby and a time when the parent is usually starting to relax. It is also a time for bonding and creates precious moments. Yet it is not unusual for parents to panic during those first […]

When your friends hear that you are having a baby, the first thing they will warn you about is all the extra space you are going to need. You may question why, after all, how much space can a tiny baby take up? But here is the thing, it is not actually the baby…but the […]

Picture the scene. It is Saturday afternoon; the shops are busy and you are currently trying to change baby’s nappy whilst knowing there is a growing queue waiting to use the facilities. These days nappy changing should be a whole lot easier than in days gone by! No origami type skills required and no issues […]

From the moment any parent hears they are expecting the pitter patter of tiny feet, there is one instinct which overtakes all others. Protection! It is suddenly all about keeping that precious bundle safe. Whether considering a car seat, a cot or stair gate, a parent wants to buy peace of mind and know that […]

If you have ever googled a checklist of what you need to buy for baby before their arrival, you might have been faced with a seemingly never ending list! Thankfully many of those “must have” items are not really necessary and would only end up gathering dust in an already cluttered corner. However, some items […]

A baby’s skin is more porous that an adults and therefore it is more sensitive. To ensure your baby has maximum comfort at all times we have put together some tips and tricks to make sure those tiny togs are super soft. 1. Think about the detergent you use. Cheap might not always be cheerful […]

In a world where we are all becoming a little more aware of being frugal, there is many a blog which will tell you that you don’t need to invest in a changing station and that it will simply become a dust catcher. Whilst there is some truth in the sentiment, there are some great […]

Picture the scene! A group of mothers are gathered in a high street coffee shop, Fairtrade, of course. The chatter centres around hypnobirthing, co-sleeping and extended breast feeding. For the attachment parent subscriber, the scene is probably familiar. However, mainstream parents, as they are now labelled, are asking one question…where are all the prams?   […]

At Babaloo, we believe in equal opportunities and as we recently got really excited about Princess Charlotte’s attire, we thought we should also mention the Prince George Effect. Prince George may only be three years old, but he has already become a little trendsetter. So if you have royal aspirations for your bouncing baby boy, […]

When the likes of Ivy Blue Carter started rocking Giuseppe Zannotti sneakers at the MTV awards, Victoria Beckham began quaking in her towering heels! Not to be outdone, Mrs Beckham quickly announced her love of flats and followed Ivy down the red carpet. In today’s modern world, there is no minimum age limit for fashionista’s! […]

In the modern day household, fire is still an important element. Fire is an essential! We use matches for lighting the gas hob, we light candles when there is a power cut and warm ourselves by an open fire  during those cold winter months. Unfortunately, all these things are a potential risk for children. Whilst […]

Opening any fashion magazine and checking the contents list, will undoubtedly reveal a feature on gender neutral clothing. We have accepted girl-meets-boy, boy-meets-girl fashion and understand that we can’t judge the sex of millennials by their clothes! Yet our obsession with gender appropriate clothes for children shows no signs of wavering. Pink for a girl, […]

If your baby is having sleepless nights due to teething, no doubt you will be searching tirelessly for something which will comfort them. Amongst the good advice you have been given, perhaps somebody has suggested an amber teething necklace, but what is it, how does it work and is it safe? What is it? Amber […]

You have bought the cot and now all you need is the accessories, easy peasy, right? In actual fact, shopping for cot accessories can be more confusing than you might think. There is so much variety when it comes to baby bedding and you will want to feel confident that you have bought the snuggest […]

When new parents look down the checklist for items for their new baby, they hear the purse strings stretch! Did you know that the average parents spend over £1600 preparing for the new baby to arrive. The most expensive items include a travel system and nursery furniture! Many parents will hold up their hands and […]

Babies are small, but their fashion is big business! How can it be that a pair of adults trousers can be cheaper than something only a fraction of the size? However, buying babies and toddler clothes need not break the bank, you just need to bear in mind a few simple rules. Hone your hunting […]

Do you have to battle to get baby dressed every morning? The extra winter layer can prolong that problem, they really don’t like layering up but to ensure they are warm and cosy, it has to be done. However why not make life easier by investing in an all in one snow suit. Get your […]

The hours immediately after giving birth can be rather hectic. However, there comes a moment when all the guests and well wishers have left and for the first time, you are alone with your baby! Although you have had nine months to prepare, there is still an element of shock, which is both amazing and […]

Since the moment you discovered you would soon be hearing the sound of pattering feet, you have been bombarded with a plethora of must have products for baby! You happily collected your Bounty pack, filled with free goodies and exclusive offers, but signing up to personalised emails online, now sees your inbox jam-packed with constant […]

If you are a self confessed fashionista, it is likely that your baby will have style in their genes. From day one, Harper Beckham has made dressing for the fashion front row look like child’s play, shoving poor Suri Cruise right out of the spotlight. And then came along Blue Ivy, whose first shoes were […]

How many of us have left an ultrasound, walked into the nearest baby boutique and bought the cutest little clothes we ever did see? And why not? This is a time for enjoying and why should your new little prince or princess not have the latest in trending togs. Nothing but the best, right? So […]

Here is a fascinating question! Why do clothes look more irresistible the smaller they get? Whilst nobody was ever caught cooing over an over-sized thermal vest, the sight of a soft and sparkling white body suit leaves us weak at the knees! Of course many of these miniature baby outfits do not come with a miniature […]

Whoever knew that purchasing a backpack for the new school year was such a contentious issue? Back to school shopping is never an easy task and especially when it comes to the backpack. Kids tend to seek out their favourite cartoon characters, who wave and smile from a supermarket shelf too high to reach!  The […]

School shoes! Ah, the headache! Parents want to do their best to adhere to school guidelines, whilst the little ones just want to push the boundaries…or your buttons. The million dollar question is whether you invest in good sturdy shoes with a hefty price tag or you buy a cheaper pair as experience has taught […]

As a new parent, having 100% confidence in the safety and comfort of your baby is of paramount importance. These days, new parents can feel overwhelmed with an overload of information which can sometimes be conflicting and misleading. At Babaloo, we aim to fast track you to the information you need. We understand that you […]

Have you ever admired those mothers who say they allow their kids to choose their own clothes? And as you sit next to them in Starbucks, the evidence hits hard! For there they stand, clearly going for a sports luxe appeal, but the sparkly shoes with last year’s P.E shorts fell short of the mark. […]

It was not so long ago that designer fashion for kids, equated to an overpriced NAFNAF T-Shirt and anything from Tammy Girl! Yet in recent years, Gucci and Stella McCartney have all launched mini me collections, which despite their hefty price tags, have surprisingly gathered traction! So who exactly is driving this trend, is supply […]

Should we care about children’s fashion? A question guaranteed to bring about debate! Until recently, opinion was divided into two camps, those that cared and those that did not! The first camp argue that fashion for kids is frivolous, whilst the counter argument cites fashion as a fun activity engaging a parent and child! But […]

The window of many supermarkets have been displaying the obligatory “Back To School” chalkboard since the middle of July! Like we could forget! Kitting out the kids fills most parents with dread, particularly when it comes to shoes and trainers. By the 5th September each child will have trotted by an approving head teacher, head […]

If you have just discovered that you are pregnant with your first child, then Congratulations are in order. This marks the beginning of a very special time, a time to prepare and to plan. Checklists for babies are notoriously long. Cot, cot beddings, pram, and so the list goes on. Perhaps one of the most […]

If Supernanny Jo Frost has put a firm full stop to our laissez-faire liberal style parenting…are we not in danger of depriving our children of the power of freedom? Whilst the naughty step might be growing in popularity, Generation Z are being presented with a whole new type of freedom. A freedom which breaks the […]