TrendLife Baby

OiOi have developed a cutting-edge selection of certified organic cotton changing bags to satisfy even the most discerning eco-fashionista.

The new collection features stylish on-trend Ikat fabrics and prints and practical but stylish shapes.

Available to buy in the UK from February 2011, prices start at £95.00.

The red patent Kate bag is one of the latest additions to the gorgeous Storksak range of designer changing bags.  This new colour in the popular Kate collection is made from a vibrant but classy red patent PVC with leather trim. It comes with six useful pockets and an insultated bottle holder which can keep bottles warm or cold for up to four hours.

A padded changing mat is included and all surfaces are wipe-clean.

£98 www.storksak.co.uk

Whether going into hospital for the big B-Day, or after they have arrived for weekends away with your little one, this Blossom bag from Samsonite fulfils all criteria! With two large compartments, one for mummy and one for baby, this bag keeps you organised for all your trips away.

£55.99  from www.boots.com

Versatility is crucial for maternity-wear. You want as many opportunities to wear clothing to make sure you get the value out of them as they are only worn for around five months at a time. This printed dress from Mamas and Papas is a brilliantly versatile choice; wear with heels and a glam necklace for a night out, or team with tights, boots and a long sleeved black top for work or weekend shopping.  The gathered style with large pockets works from the small bump stages to the big bump latter weeks, and I even wear mine five months post pregnancy.

It washes easily and holds its shape and colour

Trend Life give this a whopping 10/10 “Such a versatile style and a maternity must-have , at £45 it is a bargain”

Having babies is a hugely expensive time, so we love multi-purpose products at TrendLife as they maximise the value you get from them.  This new Leander changing table from Funky Kid's Furniture is ideal, functioning as a funky changing table and then converting into a handy desk once your babies are potty trained.

• Available in three finishes, walnut, whitewash and pure white
• Matching furniture available
• Adjustable height changing surface
• Converts to desk
• Soft close drawer
• Optional fabric storage boxes for shelf

Price £559. Deliveries available from March 2011.

The changing table is available for pre-order through www.funkykidsfurniture.co.uk

This body oil combines a concentrated cocktail of super-hydrating oils; tamanu, rosehip seed, sweet almond, wheat germ and borage oils to soothe stretched skin as your bump grows and to reduce the appearance of stretch marks

The scents are fantastic throughout the Sanctuary's Mum To Be range - with the aromas of rosehip and almond oil coming through. Application of body oils can often be an oil-slick scenario leaving you unable to get dressed for half an hour while the greasy sheen absorbs, but with the Sanctuary's oil - it was absorbed within three minutes - excellent!

The only downside is the packaging, it has two lids which can be difficult to tackle with greasy hands, however, the benefit is that it is less likely to leak.

www.thesanctuary.co.uk

Trendlife give the Stretch Mark Body Oil 9.5/10 - uber-moisturising without being greasy and a wonderful scent.

This Daddy Rules mug will lay down the law from day one! Its an ideal tongue-in-cheek gift for a new dad or dad-to-be.

The mugs are made from fine bone china and are hand finished and glazed in England.

£8.50 www.welovebritish.co.uk

Hand finished from the finest cow hide and wool from New Zealand, Kau has introduced a new addition of childrenswear into to its fold. 

Gorgeous baby booties and toddler boots made from cow hide, with sheepskin inside. Each pair is not only unique but also designed for comfort.  All Kau products are also water resistant.

Kau boots web prices range from £50 for the baby boots to £150 for toddlers.

www.Kaulondon.com

Trendlife reviewed the Avent Twin Electric Breast Pump with great results...

The machine comes in a smart black carry case which looks more like a weekend bag than a pump, and comes with all sorts of handy extras like storage pots, teats and thermo carriers.

After reading the instructions once, the machine was set up easily. The biggest advantage of the Avent pump is that it comes with a clever action which allows you to set the pump's speed and pressure for your own needs, which the machine 'remembers' and continues automatically, this is unlike other pumps which have preset speeds.

The soft suction pads closely mimic babies' sucking action, which means that the let-down and stimulation of your milk supply is excellent.

Although the effectiveness of a breast pump can be very dependent on the Mum, I found this pump to be more effective than a hospital grade pump which cost around £45 per month to hire.

Although it is pricey, due to the fantastic results this machine gives - Trend Life awards the Avent Twin Electric Breast Pump a record-breaking 10/10

 £249.99 http://shop.philips.com

The Tommee Tippee Milk Feeding Bibs are an essential purchase for those with a baby feeding from a bottle.

They have an absorbent neck pad which mops up milk, stopping it from running down babies' neck and causing uncomfortable rashes.  The only slight downside is that they have a velcro fastening which, although convenient to put on, can wake your baby up when removing with the noise.  On the whole I would highly recommend these bibs when compared with others on the market.

£8.49 - http://www.tommeetippee.co.uk/product/milk_feeding_bib_0_months_/