Childcare Dusky Moon Dream Tubes
Supplier: Hippychick Ltd Tel: 01278 434 440 Web:
www.hippychick.com Price: £34.99 to £49.99 Age range: 18 months to 5 years
Description: Dream Tubes is a revolutionary, high quality and simple to use bumper system for a child moving from a cot into a single or cot bed. Two long, sturdy, inflatable tubes fit snugly into the pockets of the soft 100 per cent cotton fitted sheet. This forms a safe and secure barrier, preventing the child from falling out of the bed.
Score: 98.9%
What the testers said: “What a brilliant idea! When we used this with the two-year-olds they were actually asking to go for a sleep because they wanted to be the first to use it! It is very easy to set up and use and is very simply designed. The age range states up to five years but it could even be used with older children. A bit pricey – but would recommend it to any parent. Easy to clean and to store away and the lovely carry case makes it ideal for taking on holidays. Perfect for creating a safe and cosy bed for those who wiggle during sleep.”
Gold Award Overall winner
Hippychick Mattress Protectors
Manufacturer: Hippychick Ltd Tel: 01278 434 440 Web:
www.hippychick.com Price: £11.95 to £49.95 Age range: From birth
Description: Soft, breathable, absorbent and 100 per cent waterproof, the Hippychick range of machine washable flat and fitted bed protectors are a great natural alternative to sweaty plastic under- sheets. Made of pure brushed cotton combined with polyurethane later – which also acts as an anti-allergy barrier. An easy, practical and discreet way of guarding against wet beds and damaged mattresses.
Score: 95.6%
What the testers said: “The mattress protector is really soft and comfortable to lie on. Even when it has been washed a few times it looks as good as new. It fitted the cot perfectly and will work on all kinds of beds, from travel cots to single beds. It is a little expensive compared to others on the market, but we would recommend it to other mums because it is long lasting and of a high quality, which definitely makes the initial cost worthwhile...”
Mighty Grip Trainer Cup
Manufacturer: Munchkin Tel: 0871 702 1000 Web:
www.munchkin.eu.com Price: £3.99 Age range: 6 months +
Description: The Munchkin Mighty Grip 802 Trainer Cup is ideal for easing children off the bottle. Contoured to fit small hands, the
easy grip hands coupled with a soft silicone spout and built-in spill-proof valve will let little ones learn how to sip without any spills.
Score: 92.7%
What the testers said: “The cup looks great, really brightly coloured to appeal to children. The size of the cup and handles made it very easy for babies to pick up and hold themselves, helping to improve their physical development and coordination. The spout is lovely and soft – very easy to drink from, meaning there were no spillages.”
Practical Pre-School Awards 2011 27
Childcare
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