Products & equipment

If you are someone whose houseplants wilt and wither before you realise they need watering, Technology Will Save Us has come up with the perfect solution: the Thirsty Plant Kit. 

mifold booster seat is perfect for the infrequent car traveller and those who have to fit in three boosters along the back seat, writes Anne Coates.

If you're looking for an unusual gift, the Cork Globe from prezzybox.com might tempt you. For families it could provide lots of possibilities for discussion and fun, writes Anne Coates.

Christine Mayle reviews the new BRITAX EVOLVA 1-2-3 SICT child seat for children aged nine months to 12 years.

According to a recent study at Manchester University, there are more than ten million bacteria on your toothbrush more than your average toilet seat which has 50 bacteria per square inch, or average public lavatory floor which has two million bacteria per square inch. every time you flush the loo, an aerosol spray of tainted water is released with droplets able to land as far away as 10 feet. Researchers from the University of Alabama found that brushes stored in the bathroom are contaminated with faecal matter lingering in the bristles. One way to safeguard your toothbrush is to use a Steripod toothbrush protector.

Looking for something stylish to snuggle under during the cold winter? Lakeland has the answer with a range of heated throw blankets which cost pennies to run as Anne Coates discovered.

If you're looking for some inspiration for casual and sportswear for yourself or children, dip into the wonderful world of Zakti for excellent quality at very reasonable prices. Reviewed by Anne Coates.

New mum Naomi Mckerl was sceptical when she first saw Cuddledry hands free baby bath towel. Now after using it for baby Elspeth's baths she is a complete convert.

Tiny Trolls of Norway has a new range of all weather outdoor wear for children aged one to eight. Anne Coates was impressed by the Skogstroll mincrofleece.

Béaba Béaba UV-Resistant Tent offers great protection for small children.Kathryn Mayle put it to the test – so how easy is it to assemble and and take down?

HoMedics have come up with the perfect solution to bulky home footspas – The Foldaway Luxury Footspa. Anne Coates put it to the test.

With the summer holidays here, family-travel expert, LittleLife, is advising families to be sun-smart in the warmer weather. Having softer and more vulnerable skin than adults, children are particularly at risk from sunburn. However the LittleLife Beach Shelter offers protection and the UPF 50+ rated fabric creates a cool and shady area where the whole family can escape from the sun’s harmful UV rays. Anne Coates put one a family sized Beach Shelter to the test with the help of Harriet and friends.

MIXIT↑™ Power Pack 4000 from belkin brings peace of mind to busy parents and teens. Anne Coates put it to the test.

Polarn O. Pyret are celebrating their fortieth anniversary with a range of fabulous clothes for babies and children. Harriet was delighted with her striped summer dress. Timeless fashion which washes and wears well, as Anne Coates reports.

Lucky Voice has developed the ultimate Karaoke App. We tried it out together with the Lucky Voice Karaoke Kit. The children at Harriet's end of term party were delighted.

Travelling abroad with a couple of devices like a smart phone and tablet means we need more from an adaptor. PrezzyBox has come up with the answer – a Multi Plug Travel Adaptor with two USB ports. Anne Coates wished she'd had this for her trips earlier this year.

At Parenting Without Tears we have long been fans of Britax products so what would  new reviewer Tracey Walsh make of  the Britax Affinity 2 Pushchair?

Olivia Coates tried out Doddlebags from Lakeland and was impressed by their versatility.