I hate being cold. Anyone who knows me well will testify to this. My husband is so aware of this fact that he has even used my low-temperature aversion to inspire entire birthday and Christmas presents. Heat pads, hotties, slippers, thermals, a jumper for my hot choc mug – you name it, he’s …
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With an active toddler full of get-up-and-go, our walking style has altered to adapt to our small charge. Full of a sense of adventure and independence, Roo insists on walking more and more of our walks together which is great but also means being well prepared for when her feet outrun her energy …
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Earlier in summer ’13 (I know – it seems a long time ago now) we added a new member to our outdoor family in the form of a lovely new BOB Sport Utility Stroller. With the whole sunny summer and start of a slightly damp autumn to test out our new addition we …
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A few weeks back, I was invited by Funky Giraffe to review their bandana bibs for babies and toddlers. Always eager to try out products that could be useful for our walking trips or general out-and-about activities with Roo, I was happy to give them a go. Given that my baby is more of a …
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The Freya Active Sports Bra (underwired model) is the first sporting underwear I have reviewed for Baby Routes! Keep reading for the full review but the short version is that this is a comfortable, good value and versatile sports bra for larger bra sizes – perfect for ladies participating in more than one type of …
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This review is of the SPIbelt running belt – a brilliant piece of kit for not just runners but cyclists, hikers, backpackers or anyone leaving the house or car without the luxury of handbags, copious pocket space for personal items or who needs to discreetly store personal items such as mobile phones and wallets.
About …
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Bored of rainy days stopping us getting out and about, the waterproof Spotty Otter splashsuit was the first waterproof all-in-one I bought for my daughter. It has so far proved invaluable on rainy and windy walks, removing the need for any additional waterproof rain protection unless blowing directly into her face.
The fleece lining makes …
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First of the pushchairs to be reviewed on Baby Routes, the Mamas and Papas Sola is a realiable and compact lightweight buggy, perfect for walking on footpaths with good surfaces and in-town manoeuvring. We bought this as a our main pushchair on the principle that we would always prefer to use a baby carrier or …
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This post starts my review of slings, buggies, rucksacks, pushchairs and other kit for taking babies out into the wilds!
I am beginning with the Hugabub wrap. This was the second sling I purchased after the birth of my daughter. With a very refluxy baby, I was desperate for a means of getting on with life without …
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Next on the list of outdoor baby kit review list is the Babasling.
We bought the Babasling very early on and it was the first sling we ever took our daughter for a field walk in. The Babasling is a fabric one-shoulder sling and I liked the idea of having my tiny baby held close against …
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Determined to combine parenthood with her love of travel and the great outdoors, Kate founded Baby Routes in 2012 after the birth of her first daughter.
Now with reception & preschool age daughters & a baby boy to take on her adventures, Kate continues to test out family friendly walks, share travel tips and put outdoor gear for parents and tots through its paces.
