My Baba Measure / 13 August, 2025 / Christina Walter
Cleansing Balm,
Glow For It
Baby Organiser Bag Nappy Caddy, Remnant Revolution
Traa-SC – Womens Flip Flops, FoamLife
When it comes to school shoes, parents want peace of mind and Start-Rite delivers. With over 1,200 hours of wear each school year, durability and comfort are non-negotiable. Start-Rite school shoes are designed to be totally child-proof, built to withstand playground games, post-school park adventures, and everything in between.
For girls, styles range from trendy T-bars and ultra-lightweight chunky soles to robust closed shoe options with rip-tape straps and padded ankles – perfect for sporty little lionesses and fashion lovers alike.
Boys will love Start-Rite’s scuff-resistant materials, 360° bumpers, and durable soles that support energetic movement and growing feet.
Every pair is podiatrist-approved, combining biomechanical support with breathable linings and smart fit features like Dual-Fit insoles and Air-Rite technology for improved foot health and hygiene.
Lace up for Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity’s flagship family fun run in Hyde Park this October, raising vital funds to help build a new world-leading Children’s Cancer Centre.
On Saturday 11 October, thousands will walk, jog, wheel, or scoot the 5km or 2km course, with every step supporting GOSH Charity’s Build it. Beat it. appeal. The centre will transform care for children with the hardest-to-treat cancers, offering state-of-the-art facilities and hope to families nationwide.
Open to all ages and abilities, the much-loved event features an event village packed with activities, entertainment, music, and refreshments. Those unable to attend can still join virtually through RBC Race for the Kids at Home or at School.
Adult entry is £17.50 (2km) or £21.50 (5km), with free places for children aged 16 and under. Sign up at race.gosh.org and help give seriously ill children the best chance at a childhood possible.
RBC Race for the Kids 2024, Hyde Park, London
Years in the making, and absolutely worth the wait. Say hello to Eco Lace – everything you love about S&S: cloud-soft comfort, breathability, and all day wearability – now with a flirty, feminne edge that’s anything but ordinary. This is lace, redefined. No wires. No digging in. Just gorgeously delicate lingerie that feels ever better than it looks. Crafted from buttery-soft TENCEL and 85% recycled lace.
Available to buy from stripeandstare.com in sizes XS-4X.
No Nasties Kids is a multi-award-winning, pioneering brand known for its safe, natural, and non-toxic play makeup and hair products for children.
Founded by Liverpool-based mother and daughter duo Georgina Sharp and Susan Sheil, No Nasties offers families a safer, hypoallergenic, and fun alternative to traditional children’s cosmetics and haircare.
As a mum of two and owner of a busy children’s hair salon, Georgina struggled to find non-toxic, skin-friendly play makeup suitable for her young clients. After a long search, she came across Australian brand No Nasties Kids — a range that ticked every box: vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, and completely free from harmful chemicals.
We love the Deluxe MakeUp Set, RRP: £29.99.
The Elf on the Shelf 24-Day Prop Kit is a total game-changer for parents wanting to keep the Christmas magic alive, without the nightly panic of “What do I do with the elf tonight?” Straight from the North Pole, this official Santa-approved kit includes 24 days’ worth of imaginative elf antics, complete with over 70 interchangeable props and easy-to-follow setup instructions.
Each day comes with a ready-to-go scene idea, making it simple for your Scout Elf (or Elf Mate!) to surprise the kids with something fun, festive, and totally stress-free. Whether your elf is ziplining across the room, soaking in a marshmallow bath, or playing mini games, this kit makes it easy to keep the magic going right up until Christmas Eve, with minimal effort from you.
Imaginative play just got a delicious twist as Casdon launches its brand-new Heinz toy collection, inspired by some of our favourite mealtime moments. Perfect for sparking creativity and hands-on fun, the new range includes everything from a retro American Diner Set to a classic Fish & Chips Takeaway and hearty All-Day Breakfast Cook Set.
Little ones can play chef, server or customer while building confidence, fine motor skills and storytelling flair. Expect realistic touches too — like flip-and-dip sauce pots and a ‘squirty’ ketchup bottle, for extra giggles!
The full Heinz collection includes six fun-packed products with RRPs from £8 to £15 and will be available from Casdon.com and major retailers this summer.
A fully illustrated and brilliantly readable adventure full of magic and prophecy, quests, heroism and loyal friendship – the world of Bravepaw will hook young readers until the very last page. This is the stuff of legend.
Titch and Huckleberry are on an epic quest. They have followed their hearts… right into the path of a terrifying swamp monster, and a village full of brainwashed squirrels!
Maybe their hearts aren’t to be trusted? Maybe Titch is just an ordinary little mouse and not Bravepaw after all…?
But Bravepaw or not, Titch is not about to give up. Can she defeat the greedy turtle controlling the squirrels, and discover what his glowing green gem has to do with the legend of Bravepaw and her quest to save Alluria?
This summer, King’s Cross is transforming into a Jurassic playground where ancient creatures await around every corner. Families and explorers of all ages are invited to embark on the King’s Cross Dinosaur Trail – a FREE interactive adventure that will lead you on a journey through the vibrant neighbourhood in search of prehistoric creatures.
Begin your dino adventure at Lightroom, where you’ll collect your trail map and sticker sheet before setting off to uncover dinosaurs hidden around King’s Cross. Follow the clues, mark your answers with stickers in the booklet, and once you’ve completed the trail, return to Lightroom to claim a prehistoric surprise! Along the way, take a break and refuel at local favourites like The After School Cookie Club, Ruby Violet, Waitrose, or Happy Face Pizza. For a nature-filled detour, don’t miss Camley Street Natural Park—a hidden gem perfect for curious young explorers.
Dates: Until 30 September 2025
Location: Trail starts and ends at Lightroom, 12 Lewis Cubitt Square, N1C 4DY
The King’s Cross Dinosaur Trail runs alongside Lightroom exhibition ‘Prehistoric Planet: Discovering Dinosaurs’, open until 2nd November 2025. This immersive experience takes visitors deep into the fascinating world of dinosaurs, blending Emmy-nominated visuals with cutting-edge storytelling.
Don’t miss this chance to explore King’s Cross like never before – with dinosaurs, discovery, and plenty of family fun!
Lightroom Opening Hours:
Sunday to Wednesday: 10am to 5:30pm
Thursday to Saturday: 10am to 7:30pm
Head to Gabriel’s Wharf this September for a vibrant weekend of creativity on London’s South Bank. Over two days, enjoy live music, spoken word, comedy, circus acts, art activities, delicious food, and unique shopping—all for free.
Saturday 6th features Japanese drumming, the City Academy Songbirds, Mexican FS, Jamie Rudd, and author Tom Chivers reading from London Clay. On Saturday 20th, catch New Orleans jazz from Doolally Tap, award-winning duo Alina Bzhezhinska & Tony Kofi, and vocalist Danusia Samal with guitarist Ed Gaughan.
Both days include roving circus acts, poetry from Tia-zakura, and creative workshops from bunting-making to painting. A festival full of fun, music, and community spirit awaits—don’t miss it!
For more details, plus the full programme, visit https://coinstreet.org/arts-festival.
A new 3,000 sq. ft. Hasbro Hub pop-up opens 16 August in Piccadilly Circus, offering fans the UK’s largest selection of Hasbro products under one roof. Running for four weeks at Below the Lights, the immersive two-floor experience will feature fan-favourite brands including DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, FURBY, LITTLEST PET SHOP, MY LITTLE PONY, NERF, PEPPA PIG, PLAY-DOH, and TRANSFORMERS.
Visitors can enjoy life-size CONNECT 4, interactive gameplay, exclusive merchandise, a Hasbro claw machine, collectible pick & mix, and behind-the-scenes artwork. The pop-up runs Monday–Saturday 10am–10pm, Sunday 12–6pm, and is operated by Event Merchandising, creators of the TRANSFORMERS and PEPPA PIG stores at Battersea Power Station.
Hasbro Hub London – The Venue, Piccadilly Lights, Piccadilly Circus W1D 7ET
The Angelcare Classic XL Nappy Bin offers a superior solution for nappy disposal, combining hygiene with exceptional odour control. Its extra-large capacity and taller design mean fewer trips to the bin and less strain on your back.
The bin’s hands-free, push-and-drop system makes nappy changes hygienic and hassle-free. Thanks to its multi-layer film with EVOH odour barrier, technology unique to Angelcare, it effectively locks in unpleasant smells and bacteria, keeping your nursery consistently fresh!
The Classic XL provides exceptional value with continuous liner refills that do not twist each nappy, using far less plastic film. In a test using a size one nappy with 80ml of fluid, the Angelcare refill used 3.5 times less film and could hold up to 240 nappies- a large contrast to another well-known brand’s capacity of only 67 (in the same test).
By storing nappies in one large sack, the system uses seven times less plastic film overall, making it a more eco-friendly and cost-effective solution. Easy to empty, refill, and clean, the Angelcare Classic XL delivers on performance
and practicality, setting a new standard in nappy disposal.
Looking for a gentle show for your toddler? Dick Bruna’s much-loved bunny stars in Miffy and Friends on Sky Kids, a sweet, charming series made for tiny viewers. Each short episode follows Miffy, her little brother and pals through everyday adventures, from garden camping trips to rainy beach days, softly exploring colours, numbers, nature and friendship. Calm and perfectly paced for ages 2+, it’s the ideal wind-down watch. Stream now on Sky Kids and NOW.
Photo credit: © Mercis BV
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