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Mamas & Papas Bop Highchair Green £24.99 @ Argos

by Tamsin Oxford in Deals on 19 May, 2013 at 6:00 pm

Mamas & Papas Bop Highchair Green £24.99 @ Argos

This adorable Mamas & Papas Bop highchair has been marked down from £54.99 to £24.99 at Argos. This is less than half the original price and you can collect instore to save on the delivery charges.

The green Bop highchair from Mamas & Papas looks insanely overpriced at £54.99 to me. Are you spending that much money because of the brand name or because it is a superior design? I’m not inclined to believe it is the latter if I am honest. I got a cheap and cheerful highchair for only £10 and it worked just fine.

This is a great deal for fans of the brand though as it has features such as a removable tray and a five-point harness. That’s it though, and it really doesn’t look very comfortable at all for poor baby. I wouldn’t recommend it, but if this is your cup of tea, then the price is very definitely right.

Thanks to taswir1 at HUKD!

Trunki Paddlepak Pink £8 @ Halfords

by Tamsin Oxford in Deals on 19 May, 2013 at 4:00 pm

Trunki Paddlepak Pink £8 @ Halfords

This is a pretty sweet deal from Halfords. You can buy the Trunki Paddlepak in pink for only £8. This usually costs £19.99 instore so you are saving 59% off the usual retail price with a tidy sum of £11.99. How very lovely and useful for those swimming fans of pink out there.

The pink Trunki Paddlepak is ideal for days out, trips to the beach, for swimming lessons or days by the pool or school. It is made from a lightweight and waterproof and durable material with an ingenious roll top that creates a wide opening for easy packing.

You twist it three times to create a dry seal to prevent wet contents from leaking through, and it clips together with Trunki’s patent pending breakaway safety buckle. It also has a neoprene tail fin that doubles as a dry pocket, a hi-vis reflective trim and the unique Trunki grip to keep sunglasses or goggles close to hand. At this price it’s a sure fire win.

Thanks to shelly444 at HUKD!

Lego City Passenger Train £59.98 @ ASDA

by Tamsin Oxford in Deals on 19 May, 2013 at 3:00 pm

Lego City Passenger Train £59.98 @ ASDA

ASDA has reduced the price on the Lego City Passenger Train from £79.97 to £59.98 which is a neat and tidy saving of £19.99. That’s almost the price of half another Lego set in savings! Of course you do need to add on the extra delivery charges which are £2.95 for standard delivery.

The new high-speed passenger train is ready to pick up and drop off passengers at the Lego City Station. Handle up to eight trains at a time through the tight curves of the new flexible tracks using the new eight-channel, seven-speed infrared remote control. This is pretty darn cool.

The set includes three minifigures, one train driver, two passengers, two engines with opening control rooms, a passenger car with opening roof and space for six passengers, a train station platform, a full circle of 16 curved tracks and 16 flexible tracks, one traffic light and a power functions box. This is a fantastic price for a brilliant train set.

Thanks to Magic7032 at HUKD!

Kiddicare Kip Travel Cot £20 @ Kiddicare.com

by Tamsin Oxford in Deals on 19 May, 2013 at 12:00 pm

Kiddicare Kip Travel Cot £20 @ Kiddicare.com

This is a stonking deal from Kiddicare! You get this ace Kip travel cot reduced from £80 to £20. Yep, that is a saving of £60 and 75%. This is a brilliant deal for anyone who is starting a family and needs to stock up on the essentials. Delivery is around £4.95 though.

The Kiddicare Kip travel system is suitable from birth to 15kgs – or until your child can stand up. It is quick and easy to assemble and to fold away and is ideal for keeping littlies safe while you get on with chores or while you are away on holiday.

Our travel cot was an absolute godsend; we used it all the time even at home. This particular travel cot comes with a padded base and a carry bag with handles for easy transportation. It is quick and easy to assemble and fold, is ideal for small spaces and has mesh sides for air circulation.

Thanks to youchoose at HUKD!

Hill's Dog Biscuits + Free Toy @ ZooPlus

by Tamsin Oxford in Deals on 17 May, 2013 at 4:00 pm

Hill's Dog Biscuits + Free Toy @ ZooPlus

Zooplus is offer a tennis ball on a rope FREE when you buy a large bag of Hill’s Science Plan dog food. Plus they’re discounting the large bag of Hills dog food from £38.59 to just £36.90. With a variety of flavours to choose from this deal is a must for dog lovers plus you and your best friend will get some exercise and outdoor time.

Hill's Science Plan dog food is of only the best quality. It strictly avoids harmful nutritional excesses and sets high standards in canine nutrition. It contains everything an adult, senior, junior, overweight, or active dog needs. Aside from the many tasty flavours (according to my Labrador), Hill's dry dog food range also offers special diet variants, such as Oral Care and Sensitive Skin.

My vet put me onto Hill’s when I go my Lab puppy and since then he’s gone from strength to strength. Studies have shown that good nutrition can help stave off canine diseases like hip dysplasia giving your canine family member a longer, healthier life. Talking about a long life – exercise and fitness are vital for your dog (and you!) so this tennis ball on a rope is not only fun, it’ll provide you both with hours of exercise and bonding time. It’s easy to throw and because of the attached rope you'll be able to avoid contact with the slobbery ball by picking it up by the rope instead! As I have discovered with my Lab, no toy is indestructible so you’ll need to supervise your pet with this toy and check the toy regularly for damage to avoid potential injury to your pet.

So get out into the Spring sunshine, breathe the fresh air and spend a bit of time with your best friend this weekend!

Stylish Savings on Kids Shoes @ Shoes.co.za

by Tamsin Oxford in Deals on 17 May, 2013 at 3:00 pm

Stylish Savings on Kids Shoes @ Shoes.co.za

New season new savings! Get an incredible £19.90 off these cute girls’ Lelli Kelly Cuori sandals from Shoes.co.za. Previously £44.90 they’re marked down to an unbelievable £25! With this kind of saving and the wide variety of shoes on offer at Shoes.co.uk you can shop for the whole family online and, if you’re prepared to wait 48 hours, delivery is free!

New this season from Lelli Kelly is the pretty navy Cuori Sandal. Patterned with hearts, these sandals feature interchangeable straps to give a choice of summery flower petals or a smart bow, perfect for a party! Lovely and comfy to wear, the uppers are made out of leather allowing little feet a bit of give as they grow.

I don’t think Imelda Marcos loved shoes as much as I do and my daughter is following closely in my footsteps. As soon as she could walk she’s been wandering around the house in my heels (always the red ones – strange..) Shopping with her is a nightmare – actually getting out of a shoe shop with only ONE pair of shoes is a nightmare which is why I love shopping at Shoes.co.uk. Their fashionable range of shoes, boots, sandals, trainers and outdoor footwear makes it so easy to buy shoes for the whole family – and I don’t have to deal with a tantrum in a shoe shop! So don't let your little girl miss out on a pair of these this summer.

Save On The Britax Eclipse Car Seat @ Bambino Direct

by Tamsin Oxford in Deals on 16 May, 2013 at 6:00 pm

Save On The Britax Eclipse Car Seat @ Bambino Direct

Bambino Direct have discounted the Britax Eclipse car seat from £129.99 to just £89.97. That’s a fabulous saving of £40.02! The Britax Eclipse car seat is the ideal solution if your car has limited fitting space (i.e. a 3-door or smaller car). It’s forward facing with improved side impact protection through deep softly padded side wings and can fully recline without disturbing your child.

It also features a 5-point safety harness with one-pull adjustment and has Performance chest pads to reduce your child’s forward movement in the event of an impact. But by far the biggest feature for me is that its light making the transfer of seat from my car to my husband’s easy and bruise-free.

Suitable from 9 months to 4 years, the Britax Eclipse car seat’s cover can be removed and washed so no more grubby car seat that draws comments from your mother when she gets into the car with you! The Works offers free delivery to your door or you can collect from their showroom in Huddersfield. So keep your child safe (and comfortable) on the road this summer and enjoy the journey for a change!

10 Kids Books for £10 @ The Works

by Tamsin Oxford in Deals on 16 May, 2013 at 4:00 pm

10 Kids Books for £10 @ The Works

The Works is offering a ’10 books for £10’ on selected kids books. And considering that each book retails for between £4.99 and £9.99 EACH, that’s a saving of up to 85%

The Works has a HUGE range of kids books, audio books, art materials, jigsaws, CDs, DVDs and adult fiction and non-fiction books. Their current ’10 kids books for £10’ offer applies to a selected range of books from ‘The Worst Princess’ and ‘My Giant Fairytale Sticker Book’ to the Octonauts series.

The favourite part of my day is lying next to my daughter reading her a bedtime story. Unfortunately her bookshelf is a little limited and she keeps choosing the same books over and over again so I try to make it interesting for myself by embellishing the story slightly. Previously she used to find this hilarious but not that she can read I’m pretty much snookered.. With this fabulous deal from The Works my little princess can now be entertained by a whole range of new kids books which she can actually read to me for a change! And with free delivery for orders over £25 there are a couple of things on the website that I’ll be adding to her order for me!

HappyLand Zoo £30 @ Mothercare

by Tamsin Oxford in Deals on 16 May, 2013 at 3:00 pm

HappyLand Zoo £30 @ Mothercare

Mothercare has reduced the price on the HappyLand Zoo by half. It was on sale for £60 but now it is a mere £30 which is a lovely saving on a really cool toy. I wish I had a little one to go with it!

The HappyLand Zoo kit is great for teaching kids about animals and learning new words. Toys like these also inspire imaginative and creative play which is brilliant for developing minds and encouraging independence and problem solving.

The zoo also helps to develop hand-to-eye co-ordination skills, motor skills and lots of fun skills. The set needs a pack of four AA batteries, which are initially included. This set is suitable for kids from 18 months old and it comes with eight animals, three HappyLand people, one gift shop, one zoo entrance/animal enclosure, one monkey tree swing, one penguin slide and pool, and one train.

It is so sweet and you can add onto it with other items from the HappyLand range.

Thanks to cobman at HUKD!

Save Money On Your Summer Holiday

by Tamsin Oxford in Features on 16 May, 2013 at 1:00 pm

Save Money On Your Summer Holiday

Right, so your summer holiday is on its way and if you’ve not sorted it out yet, then it is time to do so now. Here are some tips and tricks to saving money on your holidays so you don’t end up feeling stressed about your finances when you get home.

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30% Off Full Price Items & Free Gift @ Vertbaudet

by Tamsin Oxford in Deals on 15 May, 2013 at 6:00 pm

30% Off Full Price Items & Free Gift @ Vertbaudet

Vertbaudet is running a special discount code this week that will net you 30% off full price items and a free gift of a beach towel. Kind of perfect for the upcoming summer weather, this should get you something stunning to wear on the beach this year.

The order code that you need to get your 30% off is 8191 and if you spend over £30 you will also get free delivery, which is nice. The offer for this voucher code will end on 19 May, so you’ll need to get shopping before the end of the week.

The 30% off only counts on full price items and the free Disney Cars or Tinkerbell beach towel is yours for the taking. You cannot take advantage of this code on Green Star, Happy Price or already discounted items. The usual terms and conditions, but a lovely discount nonetheless!

7 Daily Deals Promotion @ Daxon

by Tamsin Oxford in Deals on 15 May, 2013 at 4:00 pm

7 Daily Deals Promotion @ Daxon

Daxon is rinning a 7 Daily Deals promotion this week which offers you, well, a deal a day until the end of the week. Here are some of the awesome discounts you can expect if you fancy a spot of shopping at Daxon this week.

Today you can get up to 60% off with £1 delivery using the order code 8096. The order code is valid until 23 May and is not valid on red price items or certain internet-only products indicated on the website. The £1 offer only applies to standard delivery.

On Day 3, which is today, you buy two and save £5 when you buy any two tops from their special offer boutique. Tomorrow you can get 40% off your order with the order code 8097 that’s also valid until 23 May. On Friday you will get 30% off selected dresses with the order code 8103, and on Saturday its 50% off your most expensive item with the voucher code 8098. Have fun!

PlayPennies Exclusive: £5 Off Every Order @ Grubby Buggy

by Tamsin Oxford in Deals on 15 May, 2013 at 3:00 pm

PlayPennies Exclusive: £5 Off Every Order @ Grubby Buggy

This is a pretty cool PlayPennies exclusive voucher code for a very unusual idea. Grubby Buggy clean, well, dirty prams and buggies and they’ve given us an exclusive code so you can get £5 off every order.

Grubby Buggy clean buggies, car seats and other baby equipment with eco-friendly and toxin-free materials. The business cleans buggies from all over the country so it doesn’t matter where you live, they can clean that buggy before bump arrives!

Discount: £5 off every order

Promotional code: PPGB05

Expires: midnight 31 August 2013

They have even cleaned buggies so well that people have gone on to sell their buggies for £50 less than they bought them for, which is a fantastic sell. You can now get your buggy cleaned for £5 less than the usual price thanks to this exclusive voucher offer. Enjoy it!

PlayPennies Exclusive: £5 Off Every Order @ Grubby Buggy

Save 50% On The Clearance Sale @ Mothercare

by Tamsin Oxford in Deals on 14 May, 2013 at 6:00 pm

Save 50% On The Clearance Sale @ Mothercare

My favourite retailer is slashing up to 50% off pushchairs, nursery equipment, bedding, clothing and feeding solutions. With fabulous offers like this Kub Lumia highchair discounted from £80 to just £40 it’s no wonder they’re number one on my website bookmarks!

This stylish cherry red Kub Lumia highchair is made from solid wood and is designed to convert to a stylish seat which can be used by the whole family. It’s suitable from 6 months to adulthood and is designed so that your baby can sit at the table with the rest of the family and join in the conversation! Its ergonomic design ensures that your little one's back is properly supported and has a secure seatbelt making sure your baby stays put!. The Kub Lamia highchair is available in a variety of different colours and Mothercare also offers accessories including a tray and comfy cushion.

So with deals like this log onto Mothercare’s website and have a look because all orders over £29.99 are delivered free. Alternatively order online and it will be delivered to your closest Mothercare store so all you have to do is pop in and collect. Happy shopping!

One Day Free Pass @ Fitness First

by Tamsin Oxford in Deals on 14 May, 2013 at 4:00 pm

One Day Free Pass @ Fitness First

Scared of the gym? Then get this FREE one day pass to your local Fitness First gym and see what its all about. It’s a lifestyle choice that could transform you from pregnant Kim Kardashian to pregnant Heidi Klum!

If you’re wanting to stay in shape while preggers or trying to shed the baby weight, exercise is the best way to do it. Fitness First have over 80 clubs nation-wide and with classes ranging from Spinning to Yoga to Zumba there’s definitely something you’ll like! They also have a range of packages to choose from, each of which includes a voucher for a 40 minute personal training session which you can redeem at any point during your membership. I’ve learnt from experience that it really is better to have a qualified personal trainer tailor make a programme for you so you don’t waste hours doing the wrong thing on the equipment with absolutely no result. Plus they have a membership option where you can access other gyms in addition to you ’home club’ so if you’re away your training schedule doesn’t fall by the wayside. Fitness First offers monthly, 4-monthly and 12-monthly memberships depending on what type of commitment you’re prepared to make.

So don’t be intimidated by the gym – pop into your local Fitness First and take advantage of their one day trial – you never know you may have fun and make a like-minded friend!

Up To 50% Off Maternity Wear @ Funmum

by Tamsin Oxford in Deals on 14 May, 2013 at 3:00 pm

Up To 50% Off Maternity Wear @ Funmum

Funmum are offering these stylish tailored trousers for just £29.25 – that’s a saving of 25%. Previously marked at £39, that’s a bargain you can’t refuse!

Not only does pregnancy alter your body and lifestyle, but your wardrobe needs a total relook too. Funmum maternity clothes are designed to guarantee a stylish pregnancy. Whatever the season or occasion, Funmum maternity clothes have the perfect outfit for you. If you’re looking for something stylish yet comfortable to wear to work I would recommend a pair (or two!) of these classic, tailored black pants and a couple of stretchy cross-over tops that make you look like a yummy mummy as opposed to a circus tent.

You’re also going to need a pair of well-fitting jeans, a dress with the wow factor and practical, everyday wear for every stage of your pregnancy. I love the Funmum catalogue and with a sale of up to 50% off why not transform your wardrobe into something you’re delighted to look into as opposed to hating everything hanging in there? Deliveries to addresses in the UK cost only £4.95 and if placed before 2pm (GMT) are dispatched the same day, so you should get your fabulous new clothes within 3 days.

‘I’m A New Big Brother’ Just £5.24

by Tamsin Oxford in Deals on 13 May, 2013 at 6:00 pm

‘I’m A New Big Brother’ Just £5.24

Waterstones have taken £1.75 off the range of Ladybird’s successful ‘Pirate Pete’ and ‘Princess Polly’ ‘I’m a Big Brother/Sister’ books. So instead of paying £6.99 you’ll pay £5.24 each.

Wondering how you’re going to ease your son into not being the centre of your universe once a new baby arrives? This interactive sound book describes the excitement and fun of having a new sibling and becoming a BIG BROTHER. The simple text and colourful illustrations will help little boys understand what happens when a new baby joins the family and how lovely it is to be a big brother. Pressing the sound button each time to hear the baby giggle is also a great way to encourage young children to help out and play with the new baby and reward his good behaviour.

This would be a lovely gift for any mum expecting her second child to help her teach her little one how to adapt to the new member of the family. And at this lovely price, why not get one for another special person in your life too!

Save 25% on Lego Star Wars Ewok Attack

by Tamsin Oxford in Deals on 13 May, 2013 at 4:00 pm

Save 25% on Lego Star Wars Ewok Attack

Sainsburys is has slashed the price of Star Wars Ewok Attack from £25.99 to just £19.49. That’s an incredible saving of £6.50. This offer is valid until 28 May so either click and collect from Sainsburys for free or pay £3.95 for standard delivery within 3 days

My favourite Star Wars ‘episode’ was the one with the Ewoks. They were sooo cute and spoke in those squeaky voices. Also they had spirit. Which other tribe would launch an attack on the Imperial scout troopers with just stones and logs.. and ultimately win (with a little help from their friends)! I don’t see the Leah hairdo ever coming back but the Ewoks in their treetop hideouts on the forest moon of Endor will never go out of fashion.

The set includes a scout trooper, Logray and Ewok warrior mini-figurines with various weapons and 166 bricks. Its not suitable for children under 3 years but 7 year olds and older will LOVE it.

Monopoly CityVille Only £7.61 @ Amazon

by Tamsin Oxford in Deals on 13 May, 2013 at 3:00 pm

Monopoly CityVille Only £7.61 @ Amazon

Amazon have slashed 65% off the re-imagined classic so you pay just £7.61 for Monopoly CityVille instead of £14.38! And if you order today your Monopoly CityVille will be delivered free to your door tomorrow!

The classic fast-dealing property trading Monopoly game has been re-imagined like the addictive online CityVille game resulting in Monopoly Cityville. Buy properties, build houses, community spaces and businesses on them and raise cash when it's your turn. You'll pay when you land on zoning permit spaces and get paid when you pass Go. The first player to build 4 skyscrapers wins. Become a tycoon while you build your dream city with the CityVille Monopoly game.

My best childhood memories were sitting around the Monopoly board on a lazy Sunday afternoon as a family while I attempted to take over the world! Unfortunately that didn’t materialise (mainly because my brother tended to throw the board up in frustration) but I can’t wait to introduce my daughter to the new improved (and less playing time) Monopoly CityVille game. Now I can foster the capitalist in her while she buys the properties she loves from the online game and builds on them as she likes. She can construct any combination of buildings, mix and match houses, businesses and community buildings, then decorate her properties with a selection of Mystery Gifts that increase their value. I can also become a successful mayor (always wanted to wear that necklace thingey!), just by building my city and keeping my citizens happy by building houses, setting up businesses and providing community spaces. Whoever grows their neighbourhood and build four skyscrapers will win.

Monopoly CityVille includes a game board, four movers, 66 buildings, 16 skyscraper tops, city money, zoning permit cards, mystery gift cards, visitor centre cards, two dice, game guide and a digital value card. Now we just need to settle the argument of who gets to be the racing car…

Kids Freebie: Free Crab Stickers @ PETA Kids

by Tamsin Oxford in Freebies on 12 May, 2013 at 3:00 pm

Kids Freebie: Free Crab Stickers @ PETA Kids

This is such a cute freebie, and so utterly random too. Here you get free hermit crab stickers from PETA Kids, which are adorable, and have a rather stern message printed on them. If your kids fancy making a difference and love stickers, then this is the freebie for you.

Have you ever seen shops selling hermit crabs? According to PETA Kids you probably have and that in the wild, hermit crabs can live to be 30 years old. That’s an impressive age for a crustacean I believe. These chaps live on Southern beaches in big groups with up to 100 other hermit crabs.

These chaps are not meant to be alone in a tiny tank. It’s horrible for them, they want to be with their families out in the wild. With these stickers your kids can stand up for what’s right and let everyone know that animals are not souveniers.

Thanks to hyperbole at HUKD!