Baby Nursery Furniture, Wooden Toys, Feeding, Strollers, Activities & Accessories - Hello Baby

Newly listed this week on Hellobaby the  Britax B-LITE Lightweight Stroller, Britax B-SMART 3 and 4 wheeled pushchairs and B-DUAL tandem pram and all their accessories: rain covers, carry cots and cosytoes.

The B-Lite is an attractive Lightweight Stroller:

Britax B-LITE Baby Stroller in Venetian Red.

The lightweight and compact B-LITE stroller from Britax is ideal when travelling by public transport ( jetting off to the Maldives anyone?), or for a shopping trip with your Baby. It folds quickly and easily, has an automatic fold lock and with its lightweight aluminium chassis the B-Lite is easy to carry. The B-LITE is suitable for use from birth and has a lay-flat position for your newborn baby.

The Britax B-Lite Stroller/ Buggy is also available in Neon Black.

The B-Smart Push Chair comes in both a three and a four wheel version and is compatible with Britax Car seats.

This is the Britax B-Smart 3 Push Chair in Aurora Green.

The B-SMART  pushchair from Britax easily converts from a pram to a pushchair and is suitable from birth with lay-flat position, which is generally considered the healthiest way to transport your newborn baby. The B-SMART has a lightweight aluminium chassis and puncture resistant tyres giving you maximum versatility and style wherever you go. Its compact folded size means it fits neatly in the boot of the car. The B-SMART pushchairs are also compatible with the BABY-SAFE Sleeper (Group 0 Baby Car seat, the range of BABY-SAFE infant carriers/Car Seats and the B-SMART carrycot.

The B-Dual is a useful Tandem push chair:

The Britax B-DUAL Tandem pushchair in NeonBlack with both seats fitted.

This NEW B-DUAL 4 wheeler from Britaxis an intelligent modular Travel System which offers flexible and versatile travel options for two children, from birth to toddler. The B-DUAL easily converts from a pram to a pushchair and is suitable from birth with its lay-flat position – the healthiest way to transport your newborn baby. It has a lightweight aluminium chassis and puncture resistant tyres providing maximum versatility and style wherever you go. The compact folded size of this pushchair will fit in the boot of the car. The B-Dual tandem pushchairs are also compatible with the BABY-SAFE Sleeper, the range of BABY-SAFE infant carriers and the B-SMART carrycot.

We also have a full range of Britax Kid’s Car Seats.

We do of course also have all the fine range Britax car seats here, you can see our full range of Britax Car seats, carrycots, strollers and push chairs here.

What to do about protecting yourself and your baby from insect pests, midges, mosquitoes and Horseflies? One August a few years ago we took a camping holiday in the Scottish Highlands, generally a great times and the pictures are lovely.

Eilean Donan Castle looks lovely, mind the wee biting things.

However what the pictures don’t show are choking clouds of midges, mosquitoes and  Horseflies the size of fledgling Jumbo Jets.

During July and August 2007 as a result of a wet summer NHS Direct was deluged (not my pun, several newspaper article at the time, with the worst offender being the Independent) with inquiries about insect bites especially mosquitoes, mostly about discomfort and more serious allergic reactions, Bee stings being potentially the most serious of these. We can help we have a selection of pushchair, car seat andcot insect nets.

One comfort is that Malaria was eradicated in the UK a century ago. Not so abroad, if you are travelling to foreign parts some places have a high prevlance of Malaria, Denge fever, and other insect borne diseases, you can check about specific circumstances in countries you are visiting here or alternatively here.

Don’t  worry too much, enjoy your holidays.

HelloBaby first listed the Norton range a few months ago times move on and now we have now colourways in stock, for the Norton Le Mans and Misano Kid’s Cars seats.

The Norton Le Mans is a Group 0+/1/2 Car seat

This is the Norton Le Mans Group 0/1/2 Car Seat in Topaz.

This is the Norton Le Mans Group 0+/1/2 Car Seat in Topaz, gorgeous colour isn’t it?

The Le Mans is suitable from birth to approximately seven years. It can be fitted forward (Group 0 +) and rearward (Group 1/2) facing, so you can keep an eye on your little one. What make it simple to install is its easy-routing system so that the seatbelt fitting is made easy for you. The Le Mans slimline base will fit most cars and its 4- position recline will help keep baby as comfortable, and safe as possible, on the journey. There is extra cushioning for baby to lean on and help support your baby whilst travelling, and an easily extendable headrest to help this Le Mans Car Seat seat grow with your child later.

The Norton Misano is a Group 2/3 Car seat.

Norton Misano Group 2/3 Car seat in Quartz

This is the Norton Misano Group 2/3 Car seat in Quartz, all the Misano car in the current 2010 range are named after semi precious gemstones. The fantastic new Misano IsoFix car seat from Norton which is suitable for children aged 3-12 years approximately (or 15kg to 36kg). With an integrated IsoFix fitting system you can be sure that your child will be as safe as houses, and it also has added safety features such as the added support, an adjustable headrest (extend as you child grows) and side impact protection.

You can see the complete range of Norton Car Seats here.

We also have a car seat buying guide here. This guide briefly explains the current regulations and the age (and more importantly weight) appropriateness of the car seat groups.

The home is where safety begins and there can be many hidden dangers or hazards lurking in almost every room. From plug sockets to oven dials, and from dangling cords to steep stairs, enquiring minds and adventurous fingers can mean danger.

Clippasafe’s innovative range of safety products for the home can help keep your children safe.

Clippasafe Multi-Purpose Latch

Locks & Latches

Children and babies are very inquisitive and curious, especially when they’re crawling or learning to walk. And we’re all aware of the mischief little hands can get up to!

Strong cleaning products, knives or breakable items can easily be grabbed from unlocked cupboards and drawers so it’s really important that we all take extra special care to prevent this from happening – likewise, when kids have easy access to windows and kitchen appliances.

As there are quite a few places that you wouldn’t want your children to be poking around, we’ve thought of a whole host of items that will help you keep things locked away.

Multi-Purpose Latches

The Innovative Mini Multi-Purpose Latches

As children get older, they develop by exploring their surroundings, but that inevitably means nowhere in the home is safe from adventurous little hands.

Cupboards, drawers, fridges, freezers and cabinets are all prime targets, upping the concern level for parents as they are often the places that dangerous items like knives, cleaning products and breakable objects are stored.

At Hello Baby Direct we have in stock two surface mounted latches that can be used to keep all of those locations secure and your children well out of harms way. Their flexible design means they can be easily fitted to all furniture, especially those pieces with curved or irregular surfaces and corners.

The Clippasafe Multi-Purpose Latch

Check out the Clippasafe Mini Multi-Purpose Latches and its big brother, the Clippasafe Multi-Purpose Latch at the Hello Baby Direct website

Sunshine Kids Travel Safety Products From Hello Baby Direct

Sunshine Kids Juvenile Products are the ideal solution for today’s “on the go” family, with state-of-the-art product designs that combine safety and convenience so that every family excursion can be the enjoyable experience it was meant to be.

Since the very beginning, Sunshine Kids has worked to solve the real worries and hassles that parents face everyday. Their first product, in fact, was born from a small but momentous family discussion following a documentary which demonstrated the consequences of improperly secured car seats in collision situations.

Within the year, the purposeful kin had created a prototype that would come to be known as Mighty-Tite®, the world’s first and only seatbelt tightener, designed for ease of use and dependable peace of mind.

Just brought into stock at Hello Baby Online are three of the latest products from Sunshine Kids:

Sunshine Kids Buggy Tray

The Sunshine Kids Buggy Tray is a cleverly designed and handy insulated drink and snack fabric tray that attaches very easily to front bar of most pushchairs and can be easily reached by children.

Sunsahine Kids Seat Belt Pillow

And the Sunshine Kids Seat Belt Pillow means no more kinks in the neck while your kids sleep in the car.

Sunshine Kids Soft-Ride Comfort Cushion

And then there is the Sunshine Kids Soft-Ride Comfort Cushion which provides extra comfort for car seats and buggies and the gentle padding and reversible fabric sides are perfect for every season.

See all three products here at Hello Baby Direct.

Brio Caro Group 2+3 Car Seat & Booster Bright Red.

This week Hellobaby introduces the Brio Caro Group 2+3 car seat, at a very competitive price, it is suitable for children’s weights between 15-36kg, usually corresponding to about 4-12 years of age.

The Caro Group 2+3 Childrens’s Car Seat from Brio is a booster seat which grows with your child. Your child will sit safely and comfortably in the booster seat with back support, which also has extra side impact protection for their head. The BRIO Caro Group 23 kid’s car seat can be placed in any passenger seat with a three-point seatbelt as long as there is no active passenger airbag. The child and the booster seat are both restrained with the car’s three-point seatbelt.

The headrest on the back is adjustable to six different heights. There are two pull-out cup holders in the booster cushion base. The cover is removable and washable.

The BRIO Caro has a removable back, allowing the booster cushion to be used separately, like this:-

Brio Booster Cushion Royal Blue

The Brio Caro car seat is available from HelloBaby in Royal Blue, Bright Red, Brown and Black, the covers are fully washable.

At Hello Baby we know that a good sun hat for baby is an important sun protective line, and something that baby should be wearing when going out, for however briefly, in the sun.

Wide brim sun hats are probably the most popular and look both cool and smart.

Banby Banz Blue Sun Hat

The Baby Banz Sub Hats were originally designed in Australia for one of the world’s toughest UV environments and they have been clinically tested to Australian Standards for fabric UV protection and have a UPF rating of 50+.

The Sun Hat’s material is a 100% cotton, poly cotton blend PF and will block out more than 97.5% of UVA and UVB Rays.

It also features an elastic strap above the brim that allows easy adjustment for years of wear as the child grows and fits  a head circumference of up to 48cm.

Baby Banz Pink Sun Hat

The cotton of the Baby Banz Sun Hats allow for breathability which compares favourable to most other UV hats which are made of synthetic material which do not breathe well, making it very hot for baby.

Features of the Baby Banz Sunglasses

And the Sun Hats are also colour coordinated to match the Baby Banz sunglasses and cases that we now have in stock at the Hello Baby online nursery store.

The Blue Train Themed Baby Banz Carry Case

Excessive U.V. Rays

As a follow up to our recent baby and kids U.V. article, and working with our Baby Banz partners, we have compiled the following Frequently Asked Questions about the  Baby Banz range of sunglasses:

Why does my child need to wear Sunglasses?

Baby Banz are a necessity to cover infant and toddler eyes from the harmful rays of UV (ultra violet) light. Until approx 8-9 yrs old a child has no filters in the eye to block out UV light. You can actually do MORE harm to the eye if you put an inferior lens in front of the eye! Behind tinted lenses, the iris opens to allow more light into the eye; if the lens doesn’t protect properly, and more UV light gets into the eye potentially damaging the child’s eye.

What is the UV protection of Baby Banz and Kidz Banz?

The lenses are a UV400 lens. These lenses block out the entire spectrum of UVA, UVB, and UVC rays from the sun. UVA rays are thought to be more harmful to the skin – they cause sunburn and get below the outer layer of skin. UVB rays are the rays thought to be the worst on the eye and causing damage to the retina and lens with overexposure and under-protection. UVC rays are extremely dangerous but do not reach the earth’s surface due to absorption in the atmosphere.

Overview of the Baby Banz features

What are the Sunglasses made from?

Baby Banz frames and lenses made from polycarbonate material. This material makes Baby Banz virtually shatterproof and ensures that they stand up to wear and tear.

What are the straps made from?

Baby Banz headbands are made from Neoprene. Neoprene is the same material used to make wetsuits; it is stretchy and easy to clean with warm soap and water. The material is very soft and comfortable on the little heads; it also keeps the glasses where they are supposed to be – OVER the child’s eyes. An added bonus is that it floats in water to avoid loss at the pool or beach.

Are Baby Banz adjustable?

Baby Banz headbands adjust and secure with a hook and loop closure system(Velcro®). This allows parents/children to loosen and tighten the glasses as they take them off and on and prolongs the use of the Banz as they “grow” with the child.

Where can I buy Baby Banz products?

Baby Banz products are sold at the Hello Baby online nusery store and you can find the Baby Banz sunglasses in stock here.

Can Baby and Kidz Banz be fitted with prescription lenses?

Yes! Our Baby and Kidz Banz sunglasses are Rx-able and are capable of being cold fitted with a prescription lens up to +/ – 8 diopters. You will need to purchase the Baby or Kidz Banz of your choice and take them to your optician to be fitted with the lenses.

Do children like wearing Baby Banz?

The Baby Banz Gang

Yes is the answer but Baby Banz should be introduced properly to achieve the best result. When infants 2-3 months old are laying in the carriage for a walk, slip the glasses over their heads and let them get used to wearing the glasses. With older children, it is important that the first time they wear the glasses they are outside when the sun is bright; as they will be more likely to see the benefit of wearing glasses if the sun is bothering them. If tried on inside, the child may have an adverse reaction to the glasses simply because the room becomes too dark. In addition, parents who wear glasses themselves set an example little ones will want to follow.

At Hello Baby we are continually striving to provide you with the best baby products on the market and the Baby Banz sunglasses are no exception – Baby & Kidz Banz are 100% UVA/UVB protective.

With sunny days just around the corner, we thought that you may want to know more about the reasons for protecting infants and toddlers fom the harmful rays of UV (ultra violet) light.

So, for example, until approximately eight or nine years old a child has no filters in the eye to block out UV light. You can actually do more harm to the eye if you put an inferior lens in front of the eye! Behind tinted lenses, the iris opens to allow more light into the eye; if the lens doesn’t protect properly, and more UV light gets into the eye potentially damaging the child’s eye. 

Ultraviolet Radiation (UVR) is high energy radiation from the sun, which is capable of causing damage to living organisms. Ultraviolet radiation is classified by wavelength into three regions:

UVA is thought to contribute to premature aging and wrinkling of the skin and has recently been implicated as a cause of skin cancer.

UVB is more dangerous than UVA and has been implicated as the major cause of skin cancers, sun burning and cataracts.

UVC is extremely dangerous but does not reach the earth’s surface due to absorption in the atmosphere.

Ultra Violet Protection Factor (UPF) is the rating that indicates how much UVR is blocked by a material. For example, a material with a UPF rating of 20 would only allow 1/20th of the hazardous UVR falling on its surface to pass through it. This means that this material would reduce the UVR exposure by a factor of 20. Stated another way, this material would block 95% of the UVR and transmit only 5%. UPF 50+ blocks more than 98%.

Sun Protection Factor (SPF) is the rating that is used for sunscreens, which refers to the blocking strength of the sunscreen and the length of time it protects. For example, a SPF of 50 will allow you and your child to stay in the sun 50 times longer than the normal time it takes unprotected skin to change color (tan) or burn. If your skin burns in 10 minutes, than your protection will last up to 500 minutes (multiply 50 by 10).

Sunscreen should be applied 30 minutes before going out in the sun, because the chemicals need time to absorb into the skin. The best sunscreen to choose has broad-spectrum protection that can block out both UVA and UVB rays.

HelloBaby has long stocked Britax  products, we now have new 2010 Car Seats for all ages from birth to 12 years, that is Car Seats in Groups 0 through to group 3. The place to start, logically enough is is with Group 0 Car Seats, so we are going to start with the Britax Baby Safe Sleeper Group 0 Car Seat.  This is a lie flat sleeper seat which is good from Birth to six Months of age.

Britax Baby Safe Sleeper Group 0 Car Seat, good from birth to six months.

Some of the Car seats available from Britax are suitable for children as they grow, the paramount example of this is the Britax Evolva 123.

Britax Evolva 123 Group 123 car seat, for children from about 9 Months to 12 years.

This evolves, as the name suggests, until finally as a group 3 seat all that is used is the booster seat.

There are lots of other choices, Our full range of Britax Car seats can be seen here.

Choosing car seats is a time you might need some help,  why not read our  ‘Guide to purchasing the right car seat for your Child’.

And Finally: an hours less Sleep!

Don’t forget  this weekend clocks go forward, losing an hour, at 1.00 am GMT the UK moves to 2.00 am BST on Sunday 28th March 2010.