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Top 10 - Travel Tips
1. Your first trip out may seem scary but it doesn't need to be, forward planning will make everything easier for you and baby. 2. A short walk to visit the local shop will be a good start, dress your baby in more layers and take an extra blanket just in case it gets cold. 3. Plan for weather changes!! If it’s a nice sunny day don’t forget a sun shade and hat to protect baby and if the weather isn’t looking good make sure you have a rain cover for the buggy (and a rain coat for you) 4. When you feel up to a weekend away make a list of all... Read full article
North Devon Series - Baby Sensory
My husband and I made the decision to move to Devon 18 months ago. We were working and living in Surrey, feeling stressed and thinking that there should be more to life! My mother lives in Bratton Fleming and having spent many weekends enjoying all North Devon has to offer we were determined to make it our new home. We were under no illusion that it would be entirely straightforward and we were keen to create our own work. Having spent the last 12 years working with babies, children and families I was hugely impressed by the ‘Baby Sensory’... Read full article
North Devon Series - North Devon Branch
The NCT is Britain’s biggest parenting charity. Since 1956 it has been providing information and support as it wants all parents to have an experience of pregnancy, birth and early parenthood that enriches their lives and gives them confidence in being a parent. The North Devon branch nearly closed last year due to lack of local volunteers and members but 2011 has seen new members join and the local branch is... Read full article
North Devon Series - Andy Casey Photography
At Andy Casey Photography we pride ourselves on having fun fun fun. Our aim is to capture your child being as natural as possible from being fast asleep to running round and jumping up and down. We like to encourage Mummy, Daddy and any siblings to take part as well. We offer Bump to Baby Photoshoots, these capture the growth of your child from Bump to Baby to Toddler. Just before Christmas 2010 5... Read full article
North Devon Series - Glow Maternity
This year Glow Maternity & Baby in Cross Street, Barnstaple will be celebrating their 5th year in business. Whilst now very established in the North Devon area Glow were very busy last year taking on many fantastic new products and like to pride themselves on stocking the latest baby products and trends. Glow stock an exclusive range of Prams & Strollers to suit all needs. They also stock a great range of... Read full article
North Devon Series - Funder Zone
Funderzone Barnstaple For parties, playtime fun and food. It’s fun all the time come ran or shine at North Devon’s largest indoor soft play centre. Come and play on our huge 4 level play frame. There are Snake slides, bumpy slides, crawl tubes, ball cannons, rope bridges, spiders webs, ball pools, log ramps, punch bags and so much more including a specially dedicates area for the under 3’s to enjoy. We... Read full article
North Devon Series - Bebe Swimming
Fancy doing something a little different with your little one after birth? Something that will benefit your child throughout their life, not only giving them a fighting chance in the event of an accident but also strengthening their bodies and improving their habits. Baby swimming can do all of these things as it offers your child numerous benefits such as increased self confidence and enjoyment. It... Read full article
Buckland Abbey
The National Trust’s Buckland Abbey, near Yelverton, has two great walks for all the family this Spring: A Spring walk on 16th March at 11am and a Bluebell walk on 7th May at 11am. Joining a member of the estate team. This is a great opportunity to explore the beautiful countryside in the Tavy valley that surrounds Buckland. Both walks are included in the normal entry price and start at reception. They will... Read full article
Great Picnic Sites in Devon & Cornwall
Summer is really starting to get underway, so what better time to explore some of the fantastic picnic sites around Cornwall and Devon? We take a look at some of the most popular spots. Becky Falls Woodland Park (pictured) Becky Falls is a delight. Chosen as one of the World Wildlife Fund’s Incredible Family Days Out, there’s an amazing variety of things to see and do, with lots of children’s... Read full article
