With a pirate-themed first birthday party, you're certainly in for an arrrgh-mazing time. We've rounded up some ideas on what to give to your little swashbucklers during and after the party. Thank …
Garden Themed First Birthday Party Food and Drink Ideas
A garden theme is a gorgeous choice for your baby's first birthday party. Incorporate soft florals and bright colours into your home, or take your guests outside to enjoy nature. And, don't think that …
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What to do if your child suffers from travel sickness
Travel sickness can be a debilitating condition to suffer from and is actually more common in children aged 3 to 12 years old. Trying to help a small child when they are feeling ill in the car can …
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How to find the best toddler reins or backpack
Using toddler reins or a backpack with a leash attached is a great idea if you have a child who likes to run away or you live in a busy area. We're going to take a look at some of the best baby reins, …
Are these the best travel cot mattresses?
We've written about the joys of owning a travel cot previously on this blog, however, we haven't yet fully address the problem of how to get the best travel cot mattress once you've wrestled the …
Garden Themed First Birthday Party Game Ideas
If you want your baby's first birthday party to be stylish, yet sweet, a garden theme could be for you. Whether you're wanting to bring the outdoors into your living room or set up camp in your …
Baby wearing coats and panels to use over baby carriers
When you have your baby in a front sling or baby carrier and winter is approaching, how do you keep both of you warm? We have a couple of solutions: the baby wearing coat and the jacket expander …
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Garden Themed First Birthday Party Favour Ideas
A garden-themed party is a perfect choice if you want to add vibrancy and life to your baby's first birthday. But, after the party is over, what are you going to give to your guests so that they …
Designer Changing Bags: we look at PacaPod and KeriKit
Nappy changing bags are a must-have when you have a little one. All the extra things that you need to carry around means a designed for the purpose baby changing bag provides a place for everything …
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Can’t see your baby in a rear facing car seat? You need this!
Quite often it's only when you have all the new baby equipment in place that you realise the glaring problem that should have always been obvious. All babies up to the age of 15 months have to use a …
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Garden Themed First Birthday Party Decor Ideas
A garden-theme is a fabulous option for your baby's first birthday party. But, dressing your venue right is key to creating the perfect setting. Whether you want to incorporate soft florals and bright …
Whether to use a travel potty or a toilet when out and about
One of the big steps in your child's development and also a really important milestone is toilet training. Making your child feel like a grown-up and saving you money in nappies and wipes, toilet …
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Easy and quick to put up travel cots
Travel cots are notoriously difficult to put up so we have rounded up the best travel cots that are also quick and easy to put up (yes, these travel cots do exist!) Most parents will have the need …
How to get your baby to sleep in a pushchair
Sleep for you and your baby or toddler is such an important thing and something that can create a lot of anxiety in a family if you're not getting any. If you want to be out and about with your baby …
Best Car Seat Protector
When you have children you have to let a few things go in life: lie-ins on a Saturday morning, control of the TV remote, and a perfectly clean and tidy house, are some of the main ones that spring to …
Garden Themed First Birthday Party Cake Ideas
Your baby's first birthday party is special and a garden-theme is not only lovely, but it can also bring a touch of colour to your home or venue. And, don't forget, you don't have to wait until summer …
Farm-Themed First Birthday Party Decor Ideas
A farm-themed party is a great way to get the family together for your child's first birthday. It's a gender-neutral theme that those of all ages can enjoy. If you're looking for some inspiration on …
Farm-Themed First Birthday Party Games and Activities
A farm-themed party is an adorable idea for your child's first birthday. The gender-neutral theme can be enjoyed by everyone, as well as by those old, young and somewhere in between. We've hearded up …
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Best Car Seat Organisers for Busy Families
Having a family is pretty great with all the awesome 'firsts' you get to experience, squashy cuddles, and proud moments (like when they go the wrong way in the egg and spoon race on sports day....). …
A guide to the best travel changing mats
If you're anything like us here at Kid Transit, you want to find the best UK products that make life easier when going out with kids. One of the crucial aspects of babies and toddlers is how much they …
Farm Themed First Birthday Party Favours
A farm-themed first birthday party is a great choice if you're wanting to stick to something simple that all of your guests can get involved with. But, after the parties over, what do you send them …
How To Help Your Family Cope With New Baby’s Arrival
If you’re expecting another child, you’ll have endless things you’ll need to buy from cots and buggies to a portable changing mat. The list really does go on and on. But other than all the practical …
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Are Reusable Nappies The Right Choice For Me?
There’s no doubt about it – being a parent is an expensive endeavour, no matter how many children you have. There’s always something that requires money being spent on it, whether it’s childcare, …
Farm-Themed First Birthday Cakes
A farm-themed first birthday party is a fantastic choice for your little one. It's a good choice if you want to get everyone in your family involved in the fun. In fact, we wrote a whole article about …
Farm Themed Birthday Party Food and Drink Ideas
Opting for a farm theme for a first birthday party is a great way to include all of your guests in a fun and memorable day. Keep everyone sweet with these delicious party treats and eats ideas. If …
Mother Berated For Changing Child Outside Cafe
A 31-year-old mother of two has said she was left humiliated after being yelled at by the manager of a local restaurant in Guildford for changing her son’s nappy on the grass outside the …
The Challenges Of Childcare
There’s no doubt that having a family can be hard work at times. There are so many things you need to think about when it comes to children and one of the biggest issues for many parents can be …
Pack Up Your Young Family For A Late Summer Camping Trip
Now the schools are back and the holiday hotspots are quiet, the timing is perfect if you have a very young family to take them on a peaceful camping trip - don't forget the travel cot and portable …
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Zoo Themed First Birthday Party Decor Ideas
Throw a wild first birthday party with these fantastic zoo-themed decor ideas. We've rounded up 11 fierce DIYs for you to sink your teeth into. Whether you're after an epic table display fit for your …
How Much Screen Time Is Too Much?
There’s no doubt that parenting has changed considerably in the past decade or so. With the introduction of new technology that certainly makes our lives easier at times, there are a lot of questions …
Zoo Themed First Birthday Party Food Ideas
Wondering what you're going to feed those hungry guests at your zoo-themed party? We have a whole host of yummy food and drink ideas to suit both big and little taste buds. Choose from scrumptious …
Zoo Themed First Birthday Party Favours
Celebrate your child's first birthday party with an exciting zoo-themed party. We've already shared our ideas about wild decor, fun-packed games and yummy cakes, but what about something for your …
6 Zoo-Themed Games for First Birthday Parties
Whilst many party games will go over a one-year-old's head, older children and their parents will love getting involved in these animal antics. We've rounded up a few zoo-themed party games and …
What To Do With Your Dirty Nappies
As any new parent will know, arming yourself with a bag full of nappies, the folding changing mat, snacks, and all sorts of toys and games is a must when going out with your little ones… but it can be …
Top In-Flight Irritations Revealed!
We’ve all been there, stuck on a long-haul flight with something - it could be anything – niggling away at us and really making it the journey from hell. The relief when the plane touches down and you …
How to survive the holiday drive with kids
The holiday season is here and many of us Brits will be looking forward to a week or two by the beach. If you’re planning to drive to your destination with little ones in tow, having a plan of action …
Zoo-Themed Cake Ideas for First Birthday Parties
A zoo theme for a first birthday party is a great idea. Everybody loves animals, especially exotic ones, and it's a neutral theme that all genders and ages can get involved with. And no first …
How To Change Your Baby On A Plane
Going on holiday with a little one can be tricky but as long as you’ve remembered to pack your fold up changing mat, you’ll already be onto a winner. When it comes to travelling by plane, it’s no …
How to Host a Garden-Themed First Birthday Party
A garden party is an excellent way to celebrate your baby's first ever birthday, especially if it takes place during the summer months. Get everyone around, enjoy nature and mark this milestone in …
9-Year-Olds Going To School Not Potty Trained, Expert Says
A potty training expert has said that there are children as old as nine going to school who are still unable to use the toilet properly, explaining that she receives up to ten calls a day from parents …
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How to Host a Farm-Themed First Birthday Party
Thinking of having a farm-themed birthday party for your little one? We've rustled up some great tips and tricks for bringing the farmyard into your home. Whether you want to go all out with an …
Head To Croatia For Family Friendly Fun
When jetting off on holiday,you have to make sure you have everything you will need, sort out your travel arrangements, hope the accommodation is as nice as the brochure said it was, and then finally, …
Parents Vow To Continue Holidays During Term Time!
Earlier in 2017, the Supreme Court ruled that parents could be prosecuted for taking children out of school and on holiday during term time without permission. Justices upheld a fine that had been …
How to Host a Unicorn-Themed First Birthday Party
Your baby's first birthday is a magical time, so why not celebrate by throwing a unicorn-themed party? These majestic creatures are a favourite among young children and adults alike, with their …
How to Host a Fairy-Themed First Birthday Party
Add a drop of magic to your little one's first birthday with these fairy-themed party ideas. If your baby loves to sparkle, what better way to celebrate this milestone than with a pair of wings and a …
How to Host a Pirate-Themed First Birthday Party
Shiver me timbers, your baby is turning one! Everyone, whether they're young or old, is a little bit intrigued by the mystique of the salty seas, so a pirate theme is an aarrghh-mazing choice if you …
Dads – Have You Ever Struggled To Find Baby-Changing Facilities?
While there is currently no law in place that demands companies in the UK to provide changing facilities for parents to change their babies in, many of them choose to in any case because it’s good for …
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Cornwall & Devon Come Top For UK Staycations
Going on holiday doesn’t have to mean hopping on a plane and flying off to far-flung destinations – you can have just as good a time right on your very doorstep. There are all sorts of amazing places …
Do You Use Public Toilet Changing Mats?
Be prepared should be every parent’s motto, especially when they’re out and about with their little ones as who knows what could happen at a moment’s notice? Being caught short without Sophie the …
How to Host a Car-Themed First Birthday Party
Is your one-year-old already fascinated by the rev of an engine? Or, perhaps it's more mummy and daddy who are the petrol heads? Either way, a car-themed first birthday party is something everyone can …
How to Host a Superhero-Themed First Birthday Party
Is your little Superman or Wonder Woman turning one soon? Celebrate in with a 'BANG', 'CRASH' and 'WALLOP' by hosting a super-fun, superhero get-together. A comic book party is a great choice for …
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How to Host a Seaside-Themed First Birthday Party
Who doesn't like to be beside the seaside? If your little one brings sunshine into your life, a great way to celebrate their first birthday is by throwing a beach party. We've dug up some excellent …
Babies ‘Sleep Longer’ When In Their Own Rooms From 6 Months
As a parent, there are a lot of things you need to consider as your baby grows and develops. One thing that many parents are keen to establish early on is a good sleep and bedtime routine. …
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How To Keep Babies Cool At Night In A Heatwave
The UK is currently basking in some pretty unbelievable temperatures at the moment, which is certainly lovely for walking about in the open air. But at night time it can be very stifling and …
How to Host a Zoo-Themed First Birthday Party
A zoo-themed first birthday party is a fantastic option if you are looking for something simple to suit all genders and ages. It's a classic choice that is easy to pull-off, super fun to plan and it's …
What To Buy For Expectant Parents
When your friends and siblings start settling down and having children of their own, you can sometimes spend your time scrabbling around to find the perfect gift for the latest addition to …
Fun Fathers ‘Boost’ Babies’ Cognitive Development
Fathers who are more engaged and active with their children in the first few months of life could well have a very real positive impact on the cognitive development of their little …
How To Keep Kids Happy On Long-Haul Flights
Making long journeys with very young children, whether it’s by car, boat or plane, can be incredibly stressful. It’s no surprise that parents of little ones are often hesitant about going anywhere! …
What To Pack When Travelling With A Baby
Leaving the house when you’ve got a newborn or very young baby can be really rather challenging. It can take you an age just to step outside the front door… and when you’re going on holiday or away …
First Birthday Party Theme Ideas
Your child's first birthday is a really special occasion, and we know how crazy parents go for their little one's first ever party. Whether you want to keep it simple and affordable or go all out and …
Ideas for 5th Birthday Party Games and Activities
Entertaining 5-year-olds can be tricky, especially when it's for your child's birthday party. The pressure is on for you to host a memorable day, without it getting too out of hand. You don't want …
1st Birthday Ideas – Make Your Baby’s First Birthday Special
Your baby's 1st birthday is a very special occasion, so it's important to make it memorable. We've got some great tips on how to have an intimate get-together to celebrate their first year. …
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How to Stop your Baby’s / Child’s Head Flopping Forward When they Fall Asleep in the Car
Is your baby asleep as soon as your pull off your driveway? There’s just something about the gentle vibration of the engine that instantly puts children to sleep. This is great news for parents who …
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Happy Mother’s Day: 6 Top Mummy Bloggers We Love
Sunday 26 March is Mother’s Day in the UK and to celebrate we’ve rounded up some of our favourite mummy bloggers. Now, we read and love so many parent blogs, so it was really hard to narrow it down to …
How To Encourage Your Newborn Baby’s Mental Development
In their first few months, your baby will experience a lot of changes in their mental development. It's during this time that they will learn the basics of sight, smell, touch, language, emotion and …
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A Guide to Breastfeeding Your Newborn Baby
A common concern among pregnant women is breastfeeding. Many women worry if they are going to be able or comfortable to breastfeed their infant and others just want to know how it all works. It’s …
Tips For Changing Your Baby On the Go
The idea of changing your newborn baby in public may seem a little daunting. It often means that new parents stay close to home during those first few weeks. This doesn't have to be the way! We're …
3 Golden Tips on How to Help Your Newborn Baby Sleep
How long will my baby sleep for as a newborn? It’s impossible to pinpoint what your baby’s sleep pattern will be as each baby has their own. However, what we can tell you is that newborns sleep a …
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Comparing the Best Rear-Facing Car Seats 2017
Choosing your child's car seat can be a tricky one. It's important to get it right, ensuring that it's safe, secure and comfortable for your child. Today, we are reviewing three well-loved car seats: …
Best 7 Pregnancy Apps to Download Now
When you're pregnant, it's good to have access to as much support and information as possible. However, in the early hours of the morning, you may not be able to reach out to your doctor to quiz them …
How To Stay Fit and Healthy When Pregnant
Staying active and fit during pregnancy is important for a whole number of reasons. If you exercise regularly throughout your three trimesters, you’ll be able to quickly adapt to your active lifestyle …
Advice For Couples Planning a Babymoon
What is a babymoon? The general idea of a babymoon, or ‘baby moon’ as it’s often called, is for the couple to have one last trip alone before the arrival of the new baby. It’s also a time to relax …
6 Ways to Celebrate the New Year with your Toddler
When you have a young child or baby, it’s easy to forget about late night New Years Eve parties and celebrations. It’s tempting to put the kids to bed early, whilst mum and dad enjoy a glass of wine …
5 Places To Take Your Toddler in 2017
You may already be starting to wonder what the New Year will bring. With the UK being jam-packed full of toddler-friendly activities and places, there’s so much to choose from when it comes to …
5 Christmas Blogs That Every Parent Must Read
It's that time of the month again when we round up some of our favourite posts from mummy and daddy bloggers. This week, we're loving all of the Christmas-inspired articles that offer tips and tricks …
Christmas Baby Recipes and Ideas
A baby’s first Christmas is a magical time, and that’s why we have put together several posts about making the most out of this special day. If you’re looking for tips on how to make your baby’s first …
Travelling with a Baby at Christmas
If you aren't staying at home for Christmas (our family is spread across the country so we always have to do some travelling) then you need a few tips on how to make the journeys as easy as possible. …
Tips For Your Baby’s First Christmas
Your baby’s first ever Christmas is a special occasion, and because of this many new parents put a lot of pressure on themselves to ensure that everyone has a perfect day. However, throwing a flawless …
(Some Of) The Best UK Dad Blogs
To celebrate International Men’s Day on Saturday 16 November, we thought we’d share the love with some of our favourite daddy bloggers. Now, we know there are a lot out there, but to keep this post as …
Why Do Babies Dribble And How To Deal with Drool
What a load of dribble! No matter how cute they are, many babies go through the dribble phase! Some parents may actually be alarmed at how much saliva their baby produces, but in most cases it's …
7 Mummy Blogs You Must Read This Autumn.
Whether you love it or hate it, autumn is just around the corner. To get you and your family ready for darker nights, spooky gatherings and back to school dramas we thought we'd round up our favourite …
Free Kid-Friendly Activities in London
Travelling to London with the little ones doesn’t need to be as costly as you think. From delicious homemade picnics in one of the city parks to going back in time at one of the several free admission …
Family Picnic Essentials and Tips
Make the most of this bank holiday by grabbing the kids and taking them on a picnic. We’ve got some suggestions to make your outdoor party in the park go more smoothly. …
10 Parent Blogs to Read this Summer.
Here at Kid Transit, we love the parent blogger community! Reading first-hand experience and receiving expert advice and opinions, not to mention browsing through beautifully designed sites, has fast …
67 Must-Know Travel Tips For Parents With Young Children
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE .PDF OF THIS GUIDE Parent Survival Guide: 67 Travelling with Kids Tips from 20 top Mummy and Daddy Bloggers 67 Tips with 37 Quotes from 20 Mummy and Daddy Bloggers. …
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Top Tips for a Stress-Free School Run
For many parents, the early morning school run is a stressful affair, usually ending in shouting and tears from both the parents and the children. However, with our simple and effective tips, Monday …
11 Free Museums and Galleries You and Your Kids Will Love
Museums and galleries are a fantastic way to introduce young children to culture and art, and with a growing number of collections offering free admission, they make a perfect day out for all …
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19 Games You Will Love to Play with the Kids when Travelling
There's nothing quite as boring as a long car journey, especially if you're under the age of ten. Keep your children entertained with some of the best travel games to play. All these games are the …
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Having fun camping with your baby
* Image credit https://www.flickr.com/photos/santheo/3813787738/ Camping is great fun for all ages. A chance to spend some quality time with your family and escape from modern life. Getting back to …
Surviving long car journeys with 2 under 2
Let’s be honest, travelling with one small child on a long car journey is courageous, travelling with 2 small children, well it can be outright madness! Remember the days when you turned on your …
How to Eat Out with Toddlers without the Stress
Once upon a time you were to be found sipping a cappuccino at the end of a long relaxing lunch, watching life go by on the street outside, musing on your plans for the rest of the day. Then along came …
The 5 Things you Always Need when Popping out with a Baby
Once upon a time, in your pre-baby era, your checklist before stepping outside the home included your wallet, mobile phone, keys, and sunglasses. Upon the arrival of the new family member, that …
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5 Essential Skills That Could Save Your Baby’s Life
The St John Ambulance is a fantastic charity that specialises in first aid. We HIGHLY RECOMMEND that you visit their website and look through their web pages because they are full of superb advice …
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Best Baby Car Mirror for Rear Facing Car Seats
Taking your baby out in the car can be very daunting even for the most experienced of drivers. One of the biggest problems is not being able to see your baby when they are in their rear-facing car …