Cotswold Mum - formally known as blogbybaby

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

Back to School Giveaway with Crayola and Pink Lining!

August 23, 2012August 23, 2012Children, Competitions, Crayola Ambassador

WIN A SET OF ACTIVITY CARDS FROM CRAYOLA’S DRY ERASE RANGE AND EITHER A RED BUSES OR YELLOW STARS MINI BACKPACK. As the back to school period approaches and the kids are preparing to be

Back to School with Matalan

August 23, 2012August 23, 2012Children, Mummy

It's that time of the year again, where us parents fight the crowds of shoppers to get the kids kitted out ready for going back to school. The list for growing children grows each year,

Meandering Around Manchester

August 20, 2012August 20, 2012Mummy

Although the eyes of the world might firmly be fixed on London with the Olympic games this summer, it is not the only great city destination in the UK, and is decidedly expensive compared to

ZhuZhu Ponies and Gable Stable Playset Review

August 20, 2012March 14, 2013Children, Review

Just a few years ago my children were going made for the interactive ZhuZhu hamsters, and in fact my 2 year old adores them still. But as soon as I saw the ZhuZhu Ponies I

Ravensburger Puzzle Club: Brave 100 piece puzzle review.

August 19, 2012August 19, 2012Children, Review

As part of the Ravensburger Puzzle Club we were sent a 100 piece puzzle to complete in the theme of 'Brave', the new Disney film featuring Princess Merida. My 7 year old hasn't yet seen

Crayola Dry Erase Workbooks and Dual Side Dry Erase Board Review

August 18, 2012August 20, 2012Children, Crayola Ambassador

Crayola Dry Erase is a brand new range to hit the shops! Dry Erase is perfect for children of all ages. There is loads of different products to chose from and as Crayolaand Ambassador we

Skylanders Adventure Arena Tour THIS WEEKEND!

August 16, 2012August 16, 2012Children, Days Out

The Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure Tour is in London from Friday 17th – Sunday 19thAugust 2012 offering children the chance to play with their favourite Skylanders and visit the magical Skylands – in real life! Families visiting

Legoland’s Driving School

August 16, 2012August 16, 2012Days Out, Mummy

Legoland's Driving School Windsor is located in southeast England. This monumental city contains over 1,000 years of history and culture. Visitors can take part in many activities including LEGOLAND Windsor. LEGOLAND's parks are located in