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Stay Super Snug This Season With Skeanie Shoes
Winter seems to have arrived here in the UK and as always the temperatures have drastically dropped outdoors. Be sure to keep your children warm this winter when out and about by ensuring that they are tucked up nice and warm from head to toe…
We have found the perfect footwear for the winter months made following fair trade guidelines, Skeanie footwear is designed and produced in Australia, this particular brand (Skeanie) is a preferred provider of the Australian Podiatry Association (NSW).
Mums Baby Magazine put a pair of Winter Boots to the test with an active two year old who loves to be out in all weathers. Firstly upon receiving the boots, we were pleasantly surprised by the softness of the exterior leather. Secondly, we had a good feel around within the boots before placing them upon our testers feet and found that the fur is indeed wonderfully warm, thus ideal for the winter months.
The boots were incredibly easy to place upon an infants feet, as Skeanie Winter Boots feature an elasticated ‘pull on’ design which make it easy for both adults and children to put on and remove. Thus, the Skeanie Winter Boots are also the ideal footwear for young children to practice putting on and taking off their own footwear without adult assistance in order to achieve independence.
Infants and children certainly seem able to put footwear through wear in tear within a short time through consistent play and activity. The Skeanie boots have not scuffed nor scratched after many hours of outdoor play and are easily washed clean by using a damp cloth to wipe over the leather. Skeanie footwear should never be placed in the washing machine or dryer,
The Skeanie Winter Boots are available in a range of colours and sizes (see below):
| Infant Range | Junior Range | Foot Length | UK Size | Age (Approx) |
| Size 26 | up to 16.8cm | 10 | 4 years plus | |
| Size 27 | up to 16cm | 9 | 3-4 years | |
| X- Large | Size 26 | up to 15.2cm | 8 1/2 | 3 years |
| Size 25 | up to 14.4cm | 7 1/2 | 2-3 years | |
| Large | Size 24 | up to 13.6cm | 7 | 2 years |
| Size 23 | up to 12.8cm | 6 | 1-2 years | |
| Medium | Size 22 | up to 12cm | 5 1/2 | 6-18 months |
| Small | up to 10.5 m | N/A | newborn plus |
It is essential that the correct size of shoe is worn by your child as wearing the incorrect size of shoe can affect the growth and development of your children’s feet. Regular checks upon the growth of your child’s feet must also be carried out to ensure safe wear. The above guide offers more exact measurements so that parents can use a tape measure to ensure they purchase the correct shoe size.
After putting Skeanie Shoes to the test, Mums Baby Magazine give the Skeanie Winter Boots 10/10 for design, comfort and winter warmth this season. Skeanie Winter Boots can be purchased along with a wide range of other shoes from £39.99.
Free their knees with Freenies!
It may be cute to dress your little lady in frills and fancies but it isn’t always practical… As soon as your little one begins to explore movement, clothing needs to be closely considered for practicality, as skirts and dresses may look nice but can hinder your little ones ability to move freely.
Freenies are a simple yet effective device which enable your little ones skirt/ dress to gathered up and neatly tied at the back of your child’s outfit. Freenies frees your child from loose fabrics which can be hazardous during early movement, Freenies are perfect for crawling, climbing or for use in the playground.
Mums Baby Magazine put Freenies to the test with two little testers, we were impressed by just how easily clothing can be gathered up and altered temporarily for safety. Freenies are a fantastic idea, freeing little ones of clothing fabrics which can frustrate and hinder essential 
early motor development practice. Mums Baby Magazine give Freenies 10/10.
Freenies are available in a wide range of colours, shapes and designs for $3.50 each from www.freenies.com
Bringing Bibs into Fashion with the Bright and Beautiful Bubba-Bibs
Whilst bibs are a practical tool which are necessary for young children to wear, they aren’t necessarily fashionable. Standard bibs often get in the way of day to day activities for younger children as they flap over their face and are wet through after only a short amount of time.
Made in the UK from the finest cotton, Bubba-Bibs Bandana Bibs feature a fleece backing which protects your little ones clothes and skin from becoming wet, thus reducing the chances of your child experiencing a moisture/ dribble rash. Bandana style bibs are hugely popular with children as they appear far more mature than most bibs, styled in a similar fashion to a neckerchief/ day-wear scarf.
Mums Baby Magazine are big fans of bandana bibs and therefore give the Bubba-Bibs 10/10 for comfort and design. Bubba-Bibs are available in a wide range of colours and designs and can be altered in size using a two option press stud fastening. Bubba-Bibs retail at only £3.00 per bandana bib, including postage and packaging! For further designs and information visit www.bubba-bibs.co.uk
Swimming in a Snap with Monkey Doodlez Swimming Nappies
Monkey Doodlez Swim Nappies are made from high quality fabrics which are soft, durable and meet health regulations for use in public swimming pools. Available in a range of colours and designs, the Monkey Doodlez Snapper Swim Nappies feature a duo popper fastening system which is size adjustable whilst maintaining the Monkey Doodlez signature fit for comfort.
Most reusable swim nappies are designed to ‘pull up’ and pull down to remove. However, this particularr design has a flaw as if your little one does ‘fill their nappy’ then removing their nappy without creating too much mess can be difficult.The Monkey Doodlez Snapper Swim Nappies eliminate this problem as they are designed in a similar fashion to household nappies, featuring two tabs either side of the nappy which can be snapped into place using a double snapper system which is size adjustable.
Mums Baby Magazine put a Monkey Doodlez Snapper Swim Nappy to the test with an active toddler. We found that the nappy fit well and was easily adjusted, the fabrics are indeed soft and therefore gentle the skin. The ‘tabs and snaps’ are far easier to use than pull ups, especially when removing after use in the pool as skin tends to be moist and often pull up nappies can chafe whilst being removed, unlike the Monkey Doodlez Snapper Swim Nappy.
The Monkey Doodlez Snapper Swim Nappy can be washed easily in a forty degree Celsius wash load and should be dried naturally rather than tumble drying. Mums Baby 
Magazine were impressed with the quality and the design of these swim nappies, we therefore award the Monkey Doodlez Snapper Swim Nappy with 10/10
Available in a range of size (small, medium, large and extra large) the Monkey Doodlez Snapper Swim Nappy is available for $21.95 from www.monkeydoodlez.com
Hand Made Linen Girls Clothes and Organic Hand Knits from Elloviekidsclothing,
Elloviekidsclothing is a UK based company that design and create a range of unique clothing items for ages 2- years. Elloviekidsclothing is now established within the UK and is run by three generations within the same family (Grandmother, Mother and Daughter).
Elloviekidsclothing limit specific materials used so that each linen dress, corduroy jacket or velvet top is literally one of just a hundred or so which have been made. Elloviekidsclothing also ensure that they use high quality fabric to promote comfort and warmth for your little one.
Elloviekidsclothing clothes are tried and tested in every possible way, all items are hard wearing and can be machine washed. Fabrics used by Elloviekidsclothing include Irish Linen, Organic Cotton Yarn and Organic Cotton.
Irish Linen is the ideal fabric for the summer months, it is absorbent yet cool, ensuring the wearer remains cool and fresh. Organic Cotton Yarn is grown without pesticides or chemical fertilisers within the soil and is free from toxic chemicals. Organic Cotton offers many benefits to the knitter and environment: Organic Cotton is naturally hygienic which helps to protect against allergies and respiratory issues. These properties make Organic Cotton the ideal fabric to be used with infants, toddlers and children.
Mums Baby Magazine were sent the Lila Blue Skirt to rate and review. Firstly, we would like to say that the weather seemed to be on our side as the beautiful sunshine enabled us to test this skirt in hot and cooler weather. Our little young lady seemed very happy wearing this item, it was a fabulous fashion piece for the hot days, yet could also be teamed with some tights or even leggings for a winter look.
The material is soft and lightweight yet can certainly withstand the rough and tumble that young children offer. The beauty of the Lila Blue Skirt is the simplicity of the it’s design and structure. The Lila Blue Skirt has an elasticated waist band which is extremely stretchy and can grow with your child thus is sure to last for a few years depending upon your child’s height.
Elloviekidsclothing produce a range of clothing items for young females including:
- Dresses
- Hand Knits
- Jackets
- Pants
- Skirts
- Tops
- Waistcoats
Mums Baby Magazine give Elloviekidsclothing 9/10 for simple yet strong designs. The Lila Blue Skirt is available for £28 from www.elloviekidsclothing.com in sizes (2-4 years).
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