Once in a while we see a product that we think, ‘gosh, why didn’t we think of that’, and guess what, this is one of those products. Every parent has had the nightmare of getting wet (and worse) fingers while trying to empty the potty during that ll to terrible training time. Well no more.

The Pourty potty has a large and wide seating area which is comfortable to sit on for boys and girls. With some potties the narrow seating area can be uncomfortable and leave a red ring around your child’s bottom when they stand up.

The two sides of the back rest of the Pourty potty offer ample support to your child if they do lean back and are shaped for maximum comfort. The Pourty potty’s splash guard is higher than on a lot of potties to help prevent any unwanted spillage, especially when boys are using the potty.

The Pourty potty is made out of a sturdier plastic than most normal potties. This helps give the child confidence when sitting on the potty and also means that there is less risk that the potty will stick to their bottom when they stand up (which can have unfortunate and messy consequences).

And at only £9.99 it is what you would call a bargain!

What do you do when you are out shopping, pushing the pram and never seem to have enough hands? Well one solution could be using a set of Mighty Buggy Hooks.

Convenient and practical, the Mighty Buggy Hook fits on any buggy or pram. It is an ideal place to hook your nappy bag or shopping. The sturdy aluminum hook is lightweight and does not bend or break and the deep U-shape allows several bags to hang at a time.

Sometimes it’s the ideas that look the most simple that are, in reality, the most effective. That is certainly true for the Bumbo which, on the face of it, looks like a simple baby seat but in is in fact much more clever than that.

The Bumbo is made from a soft, lightweight, non-toxic material. It can be used on any flat surface, and is durable and easy to clean. The Bumbo supports your baby in comfort in an upright sitting position, and there are no uncomfortable straps to worry about. Bumbo is designed so that the baby’s own body weight helps to slightly narrow the gap above its legs, which gently keeps your baby in place.

Ideal for babies from around 4 months to a year and beyond the seat especially useful at feeding time, and to allow a younger sibling to watch an older child at play. Bumbos are suitable for children up to 10kg in weight. Every mother who tested this product for us didn’t want to give it back!

Key Features:

* The Bumbo Baby Sitter’s key feature is that the seat is at a lower level than the leg openings. This provides correct support for the lumber area of the vertebral column.

* Bumbo has a favorable orthopedic effect that is important to assist in the correct spinal development of an infant.

* The Bumbo Sitters’ raised leg spaces result in an increased flexibility of the baby’s hip and knee joints, which has the benefit of decreasing stress on the baby’s spine.

* The front support won’t push against baby’s groin but prevents baby sliding forward.

Okay, so it’s not strictly for babies but here’s one for the mothers out there. Mama Mio was founded by three beauty experts. Between them they have 40 years experience in the beauty industry and, more importantly, 62 years experience as mothers!

With seven children, they know motherhood takes a big toll on your skin. Whether your baby is in your tummy or in college, they have created Mama Mio skincare to help you feel good in your skin.

One of the perks of working in the beauty industry together over the last 15 years is that the girls have access to the very best biochemists, aromatherapists and skincare experts in the business. So when Sian first fell pregnant with Charlie, they did some serious research into how to keep our tummies free from stretch marks. They concluded that the answer to protecting overstretched skin is in the topical application of Omega 3, 6 and 9.

This became the basis of thei Tummy Rub Oil. It smelt glorious, felt amazing and they all rub, rub, rubbed it in throughout their seven pregnancies. All of the other Mama Mio skincare products followed as they encountered each stage in pregnancy and, even more importantly, needed great products to help get womens bodies back afterwards! Three years ago, with the encouragement of all their supermama friends and fans helped them to finally launch Mama Mio – the one and only skincare range totally focused on supermamas.

Want a great way to keep your baby wipes fresh and clean – well here’s a solution from that funky company Skip Hop. The new Swipe baby wipes case, with its strap that ‘snaps’ onto any stroller or bag, is the perfect out and about answer to keeping babies and toddlers clean and fresh!

Once you have your Swipe in place it will always be on hand ready for the next clean up, so there’ll be no more frantic searching in the bottom of the baby bag.  The soft ‘quick draw’ opening button on the Swipe slides easily to one side and is specifically designed to be simple to open with just one hand – very useful when you’re holding a dirty toddler still to limit the damage, or loaded down with baby baggage!

The wipes are dispensed from the case neatly and one at a time, avoiding the annoyance of  a whole bunch coming out in one go.  And no longer will there be the irritation of a packet not closing tightly and the wipes ending up all dried up – the Swipe case has a secure snap lid which clicks firmly back in place every time, keeping wipes moist and ready for any mess.  The translucent case means it’s easy to see when the wipes are running low, and it can simply be opened up and refilled with your favorite wipes.

At just £8, the Skip-Hop Swipe will give parents long lasting value – its sleek and smart style means that as the children get older (but still in need of an occasional wipe), they’ll be more than happy to pop it into their back packs, or alternatively it will fit neatly into Mum’s handbag.  The easy to clean case is free of BPA, Phthalate and PVC and measures just under 9” long, 5” wide and under 2” in thickness.

If you like to get the best for your little one then the Bambino Merino Baby sleeping bag is really the Rolls Royce of the market. Have you ever worried about which TOG to use and whether baby will be too hot or cold whilst sleeping?  With these sleeping bags there is no need to worry about choosing different TOGs for different seasons as the merino wool lining naturally regulates baby’s body temperature to ensure s/he sleeps safely all year round.

Key Features:

• Made from all natural fibres featuring a soft 100% merino lining and striped cotton outer
• No synthetic filling or lining
• Creates a microclimate around baby to keep him/her warm and comfortable throughout the night without the risk of overheating
• Designed to be worn in all seasons
• Suitable for room temperatures from 17 – 30 degrees c
• Kind to delicate skin and suitable for babies with mild eczema
• Fits from 2-3 months right through to 2 years of age.  Simply close the poppers at the armholes to adjust the sizing for smaller babies
• Full length zip and shoulder poppers allow the sleeping bag to be opened completely flat for night time nappy changes
• Generously sized to allow freedom of movement as baby grows
• Approximate length 95 cm
• Comes packed in its own matching travel bag ready for holidays and visits to grandparents
• Voted Best Buy by Practical Parenting Magazine

Lets face it, toilet training can be a pain but a funky seat for your little one can go a long way to make the whole experience that little bit easier.

The seat is padded so it makes everything that little bit more comfortable and comes in a variety of colors so you can find a style unique to you and your little one.

Key Features:

* Easy to clean

* It has a warm soft padded seat for delicate little bottoms

* Handy removable little wee-wee catcher

* Bacteria and mildew resistant

* Fits regular and elongated seats

* Use under adult supervision

Children love giant animals and this super cuddly caterpillar is just perfect for lots of rocking fun. It’s softly padded integral seat provides substantial support and comfort for the youngest rider. A caterpillar rattle toy fits snugly inside a hole in the apple, and can be played with separately.

A fun rear storage space is revealed when the back flap is opened with crinkle fabric, squeaker and chime to be found inside the antennae. The rocker is made from quality velour and satin fabrics with embroidery details.

Key Features:

* Sturdy wooden frame with detachable footplates

* Seat Height: 27cm

* Assembled Dimensions (cm): 64(l)x35(w)x50(h)

‘Stylish’ and ‘Nappy-Changing’ are two words that do not usually fit into the same sentence, but the Melobaby changes all that. The Melobaby is a stylish, compact and functional nappy wallet for sophisticated parents on the move.

Unlike traditional, cumbersome baby changing bags, Melobaby’s unique all-in-one nappy wallet + change mat fits neatly into any medium size handbag, stores all the essentials and has a grown-up stylish design that even Dads are happy to be seen with. Melobaby is quick, simple and easy to use anywhere.

Key Features:

* Sewn-in magnets at each corner of the change mat and on the clasp aid one-handed maneuvers with no catching on zips or scratchy Velcro.

* The mat is removable and machine washable and also wipes clean with warm water.

* The durable wallet can be tossed in the washing machine or wiped clean with a cloth for convenience.

* Additional mats are also available that can be used with the wallet or on their own.

* Also included is a separate zippered wipes purse in a fun zebra print that slips easily in the back pocket. So you don’t even have to open the wallet for those untimely messy moments.

* Nappy Wallet closed: 26 x 16cm (fits most handbags)

* Change Mat open: 50 x 32cm

Toilet training is an important issue for toddlers and anything to make life that little bit easier is a good thing. This Toilet Training ball, called Max, actually works in helping to make the potty training experience fun, by giving boys and girls a point of focus and interest.

Supplied in packs of four, Max is made using Hygienilac, a special anti-microbial ingredient, which sits in the body of the device, giving Max his anti-bacterial qualities. Simply place a Max into the toilet bowl, where he will happily float for up to four weeks at a time and then invite your children to aim at him, making the whole process fun for everyone.

Key Features:

* Helps to accelerate the Toilet/Potty Training Process

* Makes using the toilet fun and interesting

* Helps to get children out of nappies faster

* Promotes greater hygiene standards in the bathroom, by giving children a point of focus

* Works for girls and boys

* Made with Hygienilac(R), a patented antibacterial ingredient

* Each ball lasts for up to 4 weeks

* Floats on the surface of the water, inside the toilet bowl and doesn’t sink

* Can help to reduce nappy expenditure

* Great for children of all ages, including Dad!