allows the seat to double as a rocker. In our opinion this isn't a good substitute for a baby bouncer/rocker chair in the house, but it is handy when you're out and about for soothing very young babies.Perhaps the best testament to how comfortable

that stains easily - another bonus.Bimble QD nappies' absorbency and pooh containment The Bimble does offer very good absorbency. You can fold the booster flap to best suit your baby before popping it inside the pouch and it's very quick and simple to boost

that they like them and ask me where I got them, only to be very surprised when told that they're maternity. The ThinkBaby verdict Great-looking and good value jeans that are a million miles from dowdy. In the early days you might want to avoid wearing

prefer poppers or aplix is a matter of personal taste, and of how good your baby is at opening aplix, but we find both easy to use. The sewn-in booster saves time and effort while ensuring a thorough wash, so it's thumbs-up there too. Once on, you'll need

’s smooth and easy to push, and the sleek lines of the aluminium chassis make it a good-looking buggy.Drawbacks: In pram mode the basket, though deep and lovely, is difficult to access. The seat may prove a little on the snug side for toddlers. The ThinkBaby

plush new sofa covers fitted until you're well into the knickers 'n' pants years! The ThinkBaby verdict A good starting-point with tips and ideas, ahead of potty training with any child, though not a magic wand in itself Usefulness: 4/5 Readability

The Science of Parenting by Margot Sunderland Authoritative, yet accessible. Will get you thinking.Would be good to have more practical advice Features: Evidence-based analysis of how we as parents can affect the way our babies’ brains work, simply

makes it good value at the retail price of £39.99. And if you shop around online you can get the chair for a few pounds less, even as little as £35 if you're not fussy which colour scheme you have (some colour schemes seem to be slow-movers). The ThinkBaby

First Aid for Babies & Children by Dr David Bass and Professor Maurice Kibel Covers all kinds of infant illnesses, dangers and injuries.It's pretty graphic and you shouldn't let it scare you into fearing the worst Features: Diagrams, tips boxes

, duration approx 30 minutesContact:www.thebabyswebsite.comPeter Walker has been involved with massage and movement for babies and toddlers for over 20 years. He is a keen champion of the good that can come from confident bonding between parent and baby