A Perfect Start by Christine and Peter Hill Bridges the gap between pregnancy and baby books; focuses on parents as well as babies Despite its best efforts, there’s probably more information here than most new mothers can take in Features

after reading loads of reviews you still can’t make your mind up which one’s right for you. The best place to start is by deciding what you want from a pushchair, and narrowing your options from there (there’s no point buying a traditional pram if you

for real-nappy wearersFrugi started life as Cut4Cloth, so called because, as any ‘real’ nappy user will know, baby clothes need to be that bit bigger to accommodate the extra bulk. It was born of Kurt and Lucy’s experiences of using real nappies and finding

, knowledgeable and is easy to understand. This book fulfils that brief admirably, with everything you need to know about when to wean, and what to start with. It will tell you what equipment you really need (not a great deal) and offer inspiration for foods

.Fabric prices start at £22 per metre for lightweight cotton to £49 per metre for heavy embroidery. Cushions from £38; Rivoli lambswool blanket, £45. Designers Guild is not the cheapest place to shop but the quality is fabulous and on those nights when your baby

with contemporary design, producing products that can be used everyday whether you have children or not. All of our bags are designed exclusively in-house and are made from the finest fabrics and leathers, selected for their durability as well as style.” With a wide

sleep through. Curtains and blinds are made to measure – very useful if your windows aren’t a standard size – and poles and tracks can also be supplied if needed. Fabric samples can be sent out to help you make your final decision. Prices start at £19

adults who work proper hours, for proper wages and in proper conditions. The pair left London in 2005 and relocated to Singapore to be close to where their clothes are made. Prices start at £7.50 for a vest grow (sleeveless). For more, go to www.belleanddean.com.

…). And while Ms Bliss may have been knitting for years, she hasn’t forgotten that most of us are new to the skill – or at best rusty. The opening section gives step-by-step details of all the basic techniques, so you can start with confidence on simple designs

it’s impossible to guarantee that you won’t get any, no matter what you do, most experts would agree that keeping well moisturised is a good start, and choosing a product specifically formulated to prevent stretch marks would appear to be the next