Cotswold Mum - formally known as blogbybaby

Meccano 5-in-1 Motorcycle Set Review

March 27, 2017March 27, 2017Review

If you love construction, then Meccano is a brand you need to have a look at. I remember as a child having friends who played with Meccano, and was always in awe by how they had

Lion Guard Talking Plush – Kion Review

March 22, 2017March 23, 2017Review

We are HUGE lovers of the hit TV show, Lion Guard. We have previously reviewed the Hyena Hideout, the Leap N Roar Kion and some other Lion Guard toys. But today we have something new!

BRIO Family House & Village Modules Review

March 20, 2017March 20, 2017Children

We are huge fans of Brio. It's a brand that I grew up with, I have fond memories of playing with the wooden track when I was small, it was always so much fun being able

LEGO City – Bringing LEGO to life!

March 18, 2017March 18, 2017Children

Our first ever LEGO sets (purchased over 10 years ago for my now 14 year old!) were from the vast CITY range, and we absolutely adore it still to this day. The 14 year old

Chad Valley – Something for every child!

March 8, 2017March 8, 2017Children

We have been part of the fabulous Chad Valley Play Panel for a few months now, and I didn't think it would be possible to fall in love even more with the brand. After all,

Puppy Surprise, how many Puppies?!!

March 3, 2017March 3, 2017Children

It's always exciting when there is a new arrival on it's way, and this time it's not me for a change, hurrah! My days of pregnancy and child birth are over, but not for Puppy

Doc McStuffins Toy Hospital – Accessory Set & Role Play Set

March 3, 2017March 3, 2017Review

Bemma is a huge fan of Doc McStuffins Toy Hospital on Disney Junior, it's a fantastic show that is easily watchable by adults too. It features Doc who is a child but a toy doctor,

Teletubbies 20th Anniversary!

February 26, 2017February 26, 2017Children, Uncategorized

I actually cannot believe that the Teletubbies are 20 this year! I remember vividly when they first hit the screens, I was 12 and they hit the nation by storm. The four lovable characters include

Our Favourite ‘The LEGO Batman Movie’ merchandise

February 16, 2017February 16, 2017Review

If you haven't seen the LEGO Batman Movie yet, then what have you been doing?! It is an absolute blinder of a film, and my sons have been back to see it yet again, it's