Bambino Mio Nappy System from Hello Baby Direct

The Bambino Mio brand is based on the principles of quality, convenience, comfort and style.

Bambino Mio was founded in 1997 by husband and wife duo Guy and Jo Schanschieff, and is the leading brand of reusable nappies and change-time
accessories worldwide.

More parents are choosing Bambino Mio as the best way to care for their baby.

Bambino Mio Nappies From Hello Baby Direct

Bambino’s unique reusable nappy system provides you with a quality, reliable and affordable solution to your baby’s change-time needs.

All products are simple and easy to use, giving you financial and environmental benefits whilst caring for your baby.

And with continuous product development Bambino is committed to providing you with the best reusable nappies and associated products available.

The Bambino Mio introduction nappy kit for newborn baby.

Bambino Mio offers a complete nappy system suitable for newborn babies through to children of potty training age.

Bambino Mio nappies are 100% cotton which means they are easy to use, beautifully soft and naturally absorbent.

There is also a great range of Bambino Mio accessories available.

Why Bambino Mio?

- disposable nappies are better for the environment.

Disposable nappies account for 4% of all household waste, a massive 50% of rubbish from a one baby family.  With disposables taking up to 500 years to decompose, reusable nappies are up to 40% better for the environment and can be reused on more than one child.

- simple to use

The Bambino Mio system is a very simple two-piece system which allows flexibility to ensure a perfect fit for baby.

- easy to launder

As Bambino Mio is a two-piece system, you don’t need to wash the cover after each change and as the nappy separates into two pieces it is easy to wash and quick to dry.

- cute and practical covershearts print.

We offer a range of unisex designs and limited edition prints, as well as pure white covers to ensure your baby has a cover for every occasion.  The covers are water resistant with a Velcro® style fastening for ease of use as well as a soft binding on the gusset leg cuffs and waistband.

- saves you money.

With a saving of up to £700 and even more on a subsequent child, you really do save money with Bambino Mio.

- better for baby.

Bambino Mio nappies are made from 100% cotton, a natural breathable fibre which is highly absorbent and beautifully soft against baby’s delicate skin.

- a complete range of accessories.

Bambino Mio nappy liner, baby accessory from Hello Baby Direct

Bambino Mio not only offer a fantastic nappy system, but also a wide range of accessories to complement their nappies.

Buy your Bambino Mio nappies and accessories here.

Find out more about the benefits of real nappies, including reusable Bambino Mio nappies from Hello Baby Direct.

The SwaddleMe

By recreating the comforting snugness of the womb, the SwaddleMe has revolutionised the way babies and parents sleep.

Wrapping your baby in the comfort of swaddling blankets assures baby will sleep safe, sound and secure.

Research shows that swaddling may help reduce the risk of SIDS by promoting better sleep when infants are on their backs.

Swaddling also reduces the symptoms of colic and the incidences of startle reflex which is responsible for frequently waking babies.

SwaddleMe, Baby and Mum

Now SwaddleMe has expanded to include a complete range of products to keep you and baby covered from birth to two years.

The SwaddlePod In Pink

The SwaddlePod has been developed together with leading safe sleep experts.  The SwaddlePod is ideal for very young infants in that it creates a cosy womb like feeling for baby and helps prevent baby from startling awake.  Simple and easy to use, just zip baby into the pod.  The soft, comfortable spandex cotton blend stretches with babies movements for their comfort.  The two way zipper allows for quick and easy nappy changing with minimum disturbance for baby.

The SwaddleMe Cotton Knit Mocha Dot Print

The SwaddleMe In Blue Cotton Knit

The SwaddleMe provides the simplest, most effective way to swaddle newborns. This adjustable infant wrap is designed to help mum’s swaddle baby ensuring that your baby sleeps safe, sound and secure by recreating the comfort and snugness of the womb.

The SwaddleMe is a light weight product, easy to keep clean and adaptable as it can also be used by parents on the go with the additional seat or swing harness feature. This adjustable infant wrap allows your baby to sleep safe, sound and secure by recreating the comfort and snugness of the womb.

The SwaddleMe comes in plain and print cotton knits, organic cotton, and plain and print microfleece.

The SwaddleMe Graduate Pink Ladybug

Finally the SwaddleMe Graduate allows for a seamless transition from swaddling to wearable blanket.  The Graduate comfortably swaddles baby’s arms while allowing for more leg room and movement.  Simple and easy to use, just zip baby into the blanket and wrap the swaddle wing around baby.  Wrap the swaddle wing under baby’s arms when no longer needed.  The two way zipper allows for quick and easy nappy changes without disturbing baby.

You can buy any of the SwaddleMe Sleeping Solutions by going to the Hello Baby Direct website here.

Buy The Totseat From Hello Baby Direct Here.

Making your life on the move with baby so much easier with the Totseat!

The Blue Stripe Totseat

The Totseat Travel Highchair is your perfect out-and-about companion. It converts dining chairs of all shapes and sizes into a highchair, squashes into its own tiny travel pouch, and is completely machine washable.

It’s perfect for babies from around eight to 30 months, and Which has described it as ‘well designed’ and ‘very easy to use’.  It really is! Why not pack a Totseat Travel Highchair every time you go away.

The Denim Totseat

The Totseat Travel Highchair is the most versatile on the market, converting high-backed, low-backed, knobbly, open-backed or rounded dining chairs into a safe haven for your little one.  It’s really easy to use, simply slip over the chair back, adjust the length, clip firmly, and sit back and enjoy.

The Totseat Travel Highchair is made of robust, comfortable fabric, which is Oeko-Tex approved, and it comes in a range of funky designs. Go to our online shop for more, and for anyone looking for the ever popular denim, it’s back in stock. Hurray!

The Totseat Travel Highchair’s clever design and important safety features have won a host of awards, including Gift Of The Year 2009, and our packaging proudly carries the Child Accident Prevention Trust’s logo in recognition of a commercial relationship with the charity.

The Totseat is the perfect gift or travel accessory for every generation! It’s compact, squashable and washable, so keep one in your handbag, or around at Grandma’s. You can even take it to the summer festivals to secure your little one in a deck chair! Its wee zipper bag is great for wet bibs, too, or as your see-through bag at airport security!

Buy your Totseat here.

The Chic Chip Totseat

Konfidence UV Long Sleeve Suit Age

Despite Konfidence’s tremendous growth over the last few years, the company remains a family business

Konfidence swam to success after identifying a need for quality baby swim wear and baby wetsuits when shopping for their own kids. Their baby swim wear is designed to keep kids protected, safe and happy in the water. And the baby swim wear collections evolved after the

The Konfidence Jacket In Blue For 4-5 Year Olds

buoyant swimming aid became standard equipment for many overseas package holiday operators.

Baby Wetsuits: Dip Your Toes In

Feel like you’re treading water? Dip your toes into some of Konfidence’s dedicated baby swim wear and water accessories, for a fun and safe approach to swimming.

Home or abroad, by the pool or beach, teaching babies to swim is one of the most important gifts you can give your child. Swimming can help your child achieve fitness and good health, and crucially, learning to swim could save a life. Feeling chilly is no excuse with the

Konfidence BabyWarma In Pink For 0-6 Months Old

to help safeguard your child from the typically chilly British pool temperatures.

Baby Swim Wear: Dive Right In

Konfidence works closely with local and national swim schools to help develop our baby swim wear and baby wetsuits.

And Konfidence are proud to have sponsored the Swimming Teachers Association national baby swimming programme, Starfish

Investing in baby swim wear and baby wetsuits will give you the peace of mind to really enjoy your water babies. Research has shown baby and toddler swimming is stimulating and uplifting for a child’s overall development. Swimming lessons can boost confidence, concentration, perceptual abilities, physical strength and enhance social and emotional development.

Konfidence Paddlers Swim Socks

Why invest in Baby Swimwear and Baby Wetsuits?

• Babies have reflex behaviour in water which can fade as early as three months of age if not used
• Water babies exercise more muscles than they do on land, helping their overall physical development
• Introducing your baby to water means they won’t be fearful of learning to swim
• Water can help a baby’s co-ordination and balance
• The gentle exercise helps appetite and stimulates quality sleep Just imagine watching East Enders with a contented baby snoozing away!.
• Babies love the dedicated attention and one-on-one time with their parents in the pool, and psychologists say the skin-to-skin contact deepens the parent/ child bond
• Investing in baby swim wear and baby wetsuits is a great way to build a baby’s confidence and have fun.

You can find all the superb Konfidence  swimwear products in stock at Hello Baby here.

Keep off my blue suede shoes:

Wallaboo Baby Shoes Soft Blue 6-12 months.

These soft soled baby shoes from Wallaboo are designed to stay-on and keep little feet happy. Ideal for everyday wear. Made from softest microfiber suede and a matching 100% cotton lining.

The Nappy changing bags are attractive.

Wallaboo Nappy Changing Bag in Chocolate.

Like all their products subtle and attractive colours.

Wallaboo Baby Changing Bags make it easy to get organised when going out and about. They feature five pockets and two large inner compartments, and there is an adjustable strap with a padded panel so that the bag sits comfortably on your shoulder. Inside there is a thermal bottle holder (to keep your baby’s drink warm or cold), a special pouch for nappies and wipes, two interior zip-closed pockets (perfect for soothers, a mobile and more), a padded and washable changing mat and a detachable/washable zippered dry bag.

Due to their stylish design, they don’t look like changing bags so can be used as normal every day bags after your child has got older.

The baby suits have a clever design that enables the Jacket and Footmuff to be worn separately.

Wallabo two Piece Fleece Lined Suit in Chocolate.

With this two piece fleece lined baby suit in chocolate Wallaboo brings Continental style to the UK. This eye catching winter suit is made from beautiful faux suede and soft fleece. Ideal for sheltering your precious baby against the ravages of cold and windy winters, or guarding against the chill of those early summer mornings and deceptively cool evenings. The fleece lining means that it is super soft to the touch and unbelievably snuggly. What is unique about this gorgeous outfit is its versatile wearing options. The bottom half can be detached from the jacket, poppers are used to simply attach, remove or alter the use of the outfit, couldn’t be easier! There is also a hood to keep make sure that your baby’s ears and head are kept nice and toasty. Perfect for use in a pushchair, car seat, or baby carrier. Its innovative design means that part of the outfit can be removed or simply undone and opened up for easy temperature control. Although incredibly stylish, these winter suits don’t just look good and feel unbelievably soft to the touch, they also tick all the boxes for practicality being very simple to use and machine washable. Suitable for 6-12 months of age and a coordinated colour with the shoes, changing bags and other Wallaboo baby stuff.

You  can see all our Wallaboo! baby range here:

The Wallaboo! logo notice the clear reference to the Wallaby.

A Wallaby:

A Wallaby note the similarity.

And Finally – a small obsession of  mine.

I was at University in Sheffield and joined the YHA society — we were keen hillwalkers and would spend most Sundays in the hills, once some of my friends reported seeing Wallabies during a walk in the Roaches, they were accused of overindulging during the ‘Pub for lunch’ interval. However some research then and now shows that there are indeed Wallabies in the Roaches.

Wallabies in the Roaches about 1962.

Recent Wallaby sightings are reported here.

Parents can create their own artwork using high quality DIY packs very easily and everything is included in a box including high quality frames and displays.

Hello Baby Direct is delighted to bring into stock a number of Baby Art products.

The Baby Art Magic Box

With the Baby Art Magic Box Kit you can create a charming, permanent keepsake you will cherish forever.

And with the Magic Box Kit from Baby Art you simply press your baby’s foot or hand into the putty to form the impression and you can even add the date or name.

The impression made by the Magic Box will harden to form a permanent keepsake and can be displayed using the holder provided.

The Baby Art Natural Frame Kit

The Baby Art Print Natural Frame Kit provides print on one side and photo on the other surrounded by a lovely natural style frame. This kit is also available with a white frame or a black frame.

The Baby Art Hand And Foot Print Natural Frame Kit

And then there is the Baby Art Hand And Foot Print Natural Frame Kit which gives you hand and foot prints on two sides and photo in the middle surrounded by lovely natural style frames.

The Baby Art Belly Kit

Finally we have in stock the Baby Art Belly Kit which offers you the possibility of making a marvellous imprint of Mum’s to be tummy when pregnant in an easy and quick manner.

Instructions are provided with all kits so that even the most unhandy person can effortlessly create a masterpiece without spoiling it.

All kits make the perfect gift for grandparents and godparents and also a really cool keepsake for Mum and Dad.

See all the Baby Art products in stock at Hello Baby Direct here.

Their products are designed in part by their customers. They listen to your concerns and then they implement your ideas. That is their commitment to you.

They have moved out of the garage but, after three decades of innovation, they are proud Prince Lionheart is still family owned.

At Hello Baby Direct we have just brought into stock a number of Prince Lionheart nursery products to compliment our existing stock.

The Prince Lionheart Back To Sleep Positioner flexible side bolsters hug baby, helping to ensure the recommended back sleeping position is maintained throughout the night.

Prince Lionheart Back To Sleep Positioner

And the innovative Back To Sleep Positioner from Prince Lionheart comfortably cradles baby to ensure that the correct sleep position is maintained.

Height adjustable feature gently elevates baby’s head and chest to lessen discomfort caused by reflux, colic and congestion. Recommended for use in bassinets and cribs.

Prince Lionheart Back To Sleep Wearable Blanket In Cream

The Prince Lionheart Back To Sleep Wearable Blanket in Cream, Small Size, gives baby a safer night’s sleep with Thermaflow technology, fantastic new packaging, quality materials, and competitive price make the Wearable Blanket stand out amongst others currently on the market.

Other sleeping bags on the market require parents to unzip the bottoms of their babies’ sleeping bag in order to let air circulate so that the feet don’t become uncomfortably hot.

Dr. William Sears, MD, the renowned paediatrician and author says “studies show that SIDS is least likely to occur when babies sleep on their backs and most likely when sleeping on their tummies. Experts suggest the risk of SIDS for side sleeping may be two times that of back sleeping.”

Prince Lionheart Closet Cubby Plus.

Help teach organizational skills at a young age with the Prince Lionheart Closet Cubby Primary, Junior and Plus. These durable attractive Cubbies are just perfect for clothes, shoes, toys etc.

Prince Lionheart Blue WashPOD

And then for baby bath time we have in stock the innovative WashPOD in blue or white which provides a safe and secure environment, similar to that inside a mother’s womb. The WashPOD is recommended by physicians and midwives as one of the best ways to bathe your newborn baby.

Bibs and Stuff Baby Accessories

The unique Bibs and Stuff Miracle Blanket is probably the best selling Swaddling Blanket in America and it is recommended by medical professionals throughout the world.

The Miracle Blanket In Natural Colour From Bibs and Stuff

Most new parents are taught at hospital how to swaddle but quickly give it up due to its complex nature. The Miracle Blanket has been designed to make swaddling easy and it has so many benefits that are recognised by parents and midwives alike.

In The press - Pregnancy & Baby, December 2008

The Miracle Blanket helps ease the transition from the womb to the world by recreating the sensations babies feel in the womb. This comforts them and therefore helps baby and parents enjoy a more restful night’s sleep.

Why Use The Miracle Blanket?

Unlike some swaddling blankets, it has no press studs or Velcro that could potentially come loose and scratch baby’s delicate skin during the night.

In Te Press - OK, April 2008

Research shows that the Miracle Blanket helps to relieve colic by providing a gentle even pressure around the abdomen.

Swaddling makes breast-feeding so much easier by keeping baby’s arms and legs secured and comfy. They are easier to position and it calms fractious babies.

The Moro Reflex is the tendency of infants to “jump” or startle themselves awake for no apparent reason. Most babies do this to some extent; by swaddling, this reflex can be virtually eliminated.

Infants have a natural instinct when born to try to find a nipple, this is called “the rooting response” . If bedding touches their faces during the night they awaken and become frustrated when they cannot find the potential food source. Swaddling your baby correctly greatly reduces the rooting response.

In The Press - Daily Mail, October 10th 2005

The Miracle Blanket – Frequently Asked Questions

What is colic?

Some of the most popular theories are:

1) Gas pains.

2) Digestion difficulty due to undeveloped digestive system.

3) The shock of being suddenly ‘out of the womb’ (over stimulation).

Can my baby overheat because of swaddling?

Although it is possible for your babies to overheat, it has been shown that swaddling alone does not cause this. Here are a few simple measures that will eliminate this concern altogether:

1) Wrap him/her in the Miracle Blanket and nappy only.

2) To be sure the room in which the baby is sleeping is not too warm (the room should feel comfortable to a lightly dressed adult).

3) If overheating is still a concern, you can wrap your baby in the Miracle Blanket with his/her feet outside of the foot pocket. If your baby’s tummy feels overly warm to the touch, or he/she is perspiring, it is important to observe the measures mentioned above.

When should I stop swaddling?

There are many differing opinions on this. Bibs and Stuff  thinks 3 to 4 months is a good time to stop. As a rule of thumb, baby will let you know that he/she has had enough of swaddling after a few months…this is time to stop. If your baby loves being swaddled after 4 months, studies show that’s fine. Some cultures swaddle beyond 12 months. However, the chance of problems with ‘loose bedding accidents’ does increase when baby is old enough to struggle free of the Miracle Blanket and turn over on their own.

In The Press - Woman Magazine, October 2005

A Few Testimonials.

“Excellent product. We couldn’t have gotten through those first 6 weeks without the Miracle Blanket.”

“This is my second order. The first was for me now I’m ordering so that I’ll always have a Miracle Blanket to give as a shower gift. This product literally saved my life. I have twins who would not sleep longer than 45 minutes – now they sleep 12 hours at night and take 3 naps a day.”

“Just had to buy a pair for my friend who is expecting twins in May: Two Miracle Blankets for her shower gift. I still broadcast to all new moms and expectant moms about the only true ‘must have’ Miracle Blanket. ”

The Miracle Blanket In White From Bibs and Stuff

“I actually used the Miracle Blanket with my second daughter, and she and I just loved it. I just purchased one, not for myself, but for my brother and sister-in-law, who just had their second son. They are anxious to try it for themselves. I have recommended this blanket to so many people, and they all thank me over and over for the tip. Many have gone on to purchase them as gifts for other new moms, too. It’s a truly wonderful product! ”

View Hello Baby’s stock of Bibs and Stuff’s Miracle Blanket here

Heimess Baby Toys

Heimess products use simple child friendly shapes, encourage motor coordination and mental development of baby and are all made out of natural materials and are easy to clean.

In harmony with nature, Heimess use native, renewable woods, such as beech and maple.

Heimess Dancing Ducks Gym

At Hello Baby Direct we already have an excellent selection of lovely wooden toys from Heimess and you can check them out here.

And just arrived in stock is the delightful Dancing Ducks Baby Gym which comes with some really fascinating colourful ducks, dangly bells and other playthings that are sure to keep baby entertained and also improve.

With natural wood’s properties being so unique when touched, a canvas of colours, and a host of entertaining sounds and toys, baby’s motor skills and concentration are bound to quickly improve with the Dancing Ducks Baby Gym.

Find out more about the Heimess Dancing Ducks Baby Gym here.

Two Bears With Heart Pram Chain

Also just in stock are two delightful wooden pram chains; the cars chain and the two bears with heart pram chain. Just perfect for all your car and bear loving babies out there!

Strata Products

Strata’s initial success was with its range of storage boxes as the first company to launch a range of user friendly storage boxes with snap on lids.

Whilst supplying a range of toy storage boxes to toy and baby retailers in 1994, Strata saw an opportunity to launch its range of baby bath time products. The Company is now a major supplier of such products in the UK market.

At Hello Baby we stock baby and toddler products from Strata which includes high quality and exceptionally practical Step Stools, Baby Baths, Top And Tail Bowls, Toilet Training Seats and Potties.

The Strata Top And Tail Bowl In Aqua Fish

All Strata products are exceptionally well designed, sturdy, and offer excellent value.

For example, at just £3.99 the Top And Tail Bowl for your baby is an outstanding buy and comes in Aqua Fish or Silver Lining colours.

And check out the Toilet Training Seats, again in Aqua Fish and Silver Lining. At just £4.49 they are flying off our shelves.

Strata's Toilet Training Seat In Silver Lining

All Strata products we have in stock can be found here at the Hello Baby Direct online nursery shop.