Cotswold Mum

#TreeFuTomToys Twitter party round up!

February 21, 2013February 21, 2013Review, Toddler

On Tuesday 19th Feburary 2013, twenty mums (including me!) took part in a Twitter party to celebrate the release of the brand new Tree Fu Tom toys with ukmums.tv. Ahead of the party we were sent

Wooden Playhouse Rocket Play Tent Review

November 10, 2012March 14, 2013Children, Review, Toddler

When we were asked if Marky would like a Rocket Play Tent to review from www.playhouses.co.uk , I knew it would put a smile on his face. Now we have had various playhouses before made from

Tidlo Rainbow Cubes by John Crane Review

November 10, 2012November 10, 2012Children, Christmas Gifts, Christmas Gifts for Little people (2-5), Toddler

I have admired these cubes from afar for quite some time, and was pleased when I managed to get some to review. The age range is 18 months plus, so my only concern was that

RaaRaa The Noisy Lion Treehouse Playset Review

October 30, 2012March 3, 2013Children, Christmas Gifts, Christmas Gifts for Little people (2-5), Review, Toddlerraaraa noisy lion, toddler, tomy

Marky is a massive RaaRaa the Noisy Lion fan, the catchy theme tune is sung by him daily, and since meeting his idol it has only increased his love for him... So when we were

Brother Max Bear Carry and Hang Nightlight Review

October 24, 2012March 3, 2013Baby, Children, Christmas Gifts, Christmas Gifts for Little people (2-5), Review, Toddler

When this cute nightlight turned up, Marky spent all day carrying it around ready to take to bed with him. This is the Brother Max Carry and Hang Bear Nightlight. Opening up the box I

Justin Fletcher Justin’s Funny Faces Sticker Activity Book Review

October 15, 2012October 15, 2012Review, Toddler

Justin Fletcher is many little peoples favourite CBeebies star, and now they can do more than just watch him on tv. There is a new range of activity books available. Included in the Justin's Funny

Munchkin Click Lock Cup Review

October 7, 2012February 22, 2013Baby, Mummy, Toddler

When Munchkin UK asked if we would like to try out their new Click Lock Trainer Cup I jumped at the chance. It boosts some impressive claims.. Sometimes things in life just click and this

Guest Post: How to help your toddler overcome shyness

August 30, 2012August 31, 2012Mummy, Toddler

How to help your toddler overcome shyness Shyness can be quite a problem for children who are afflicted by it. These children can be lonely at school because they are anxious about making friends

Dear Zoo 2 in 1 Jigsaw Review

August 24, 2012March 14, 2013Baby, Children, Review, Toddler

All three of my kiddies have grown up loving the book 'Dear Zoo' by Rod Campbell. My 2 year old has memorised the words and despite being adamant he wants me to read it every