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Win 1 of 5 Braun ThermoScan®, doctor’s number one ear thermometer

Colds and the flu are very common infectious diseases young children have to deal with during the winter season. In fact, most infections babies and young children have to deal with are febrile infections. These infections come with fever, which is part of the body’s natural defence mechanism to fight against viruses and bacteria. That’s why having an accurate and easy to use thermometer…
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Win 1 of 3 bundles of Snowman prizes including The Snowman DVD, Book, CD set and bean toy

One of the best-loved Christmas stories of modern times is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year: The Snowman: 30th Anniversary Edition. Relive the magic of Raymond Briggs’ inspired classic on DVD and Blu-Ray from 5th November 2012. This is the perfect competition for this Christmas. We have teamed up with Universal, Penguin and Rainbow Designs to offer you three great bundles of Snowman…
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Win 1 of 5 copies of 'Mister Corbett’s Ghost' DVD

Re-mastered and released for the first time on DVD, Mister Corbett’s Ghost is a chilling, Dickensian cautionary tale of revenge starring John Huston in his final acting role as the Soul Collector. The film also features the excellent Paul Scofield as Mr Corbett as well as cameo appearances from Burgess Meredith (Rocky), Jools Holland and Alexei Sayle. Based on Leon Garfield’s classic ghost…
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Vintage Classic Literature for Children

WHICH IS YOUR FAVOURITE CLASSIC NOVEL OF ALL TIMES? Mine still is Little Women. I can’t help but crying every time I read this old classic novel by Louisa May Alcott. Maybe it’s because it was the very first novel that I read as a young girl… I am very pleased that these classics have now been re-published by Vintage Classics (an imprint of The Random House Group) adding the…
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Top children's book: The princess and the pig

The princess and the pig recently published by PanMacmillan is one of the best stories I have read in years. Forget about fairytales and princess’ dream worlds… this story brings us back to reality and shows how much nicer it is to live a simple life surrounded by loving parents no matter what their wealth is. Absolutely brilliant! The light-hearted story is also beautifully…
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Christmas Gift Guide 2012: Best Family DVDs

These family movies might be a bit cheesy but we love cheese at Christmas and these are certainly our all time favourite movies to watch over Xmas together with the family. You will love them even more if you like pets and dogs 🙂 THE 12 DOGS OF CHRISTMAS If you love dogs and puppies you will LOOOOOOOOOVE this movie! My 6 year old son Diego and my personal favorite family film! It’s…
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Win 2-piece outfit from Asquith London, Contemporary layering in organic cotton and bamboo for yoga and living in

Feel good inside and out in Asquith’s collection of versatile jersey pieces – designed to suite your shape and lifestyle. The classic, comfortable styles, made in deliciously soft ethical fabrics are not only great for yoga and fitness, but for running around town, relaxing at home, wearing out in the evenings, travel and holidays. “We have always designed our collections with…
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Win 1 of 5 copies of Little Princess latest DVD 'LITTLE PRINCESS – CHRISTMAS SPECIAL!'

This holiday season enjoy LITTLE PRINCESS – CHRISTMAS SPECIAL! Available to own on DVD from 29th October 2012. Join Little Princess and her friends for Christmas festivities and winter adventures at the royal castle. Enjoy five seasonal Little Princess episodes and a free 16 page Little Princess Activity pack that will keep your little princess happy throughout the holidays! Little Princess is…
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New app helps tween girls get enthusiastic about cooking!

Would you love to inspire your daughter to learn how to cook? Would she rather be playing on the iPad? Well, the lovely people at Spil Games have come up with a solution that will keep you both happy! Sara’s Cooking Class is already an online success but has just been formatted for mobile devices. The app allows your daughter to join Sara, a young chef, in making some delicious treats. At…
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YOUNG BRITONS VOTE BIG BEN AS THEIR TOP BRITISH LANDMARK

Kids are flocking to museums during the school holidays in favour of thrill seeking attractions. Parents usually spend £50 everyday to keep their little darlings entertained during half term. Young Britons are traditionalists at heart who are keen to explore their country’s heritage according to findings from a new children’s tourism report recently issued. Hotel chain, Travelodge polled…
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