Mon. Dec 23rd, 2024

T-Rex talking bag clip £6.99 from Trouva. No more sneaky snackers! This T-Rex lets out a big roar when opened.

Panda Zip bags £2.70 from As Adventure. Tiger Zip bags £2.70 from As Adventure. Set of 3 reusable zipper bags with a durable leak-proof design. These zipper bags are reusable and both dishwasher & freezer safe. With stand-up design for easy snacking. BPA, PVC, Latex & Phthalates free.

Ion8 One Twist Friends of the Earth Steel water bottle, Vacuum insulated £14.99 from Leakproof. Available in two designs; Seals & Turtles.

This 100% leak proof 500ml / 17oz BPA free reusable refillable insulated stainless steel bottle shaped flask, painted in a special Friends of The Earth design fits all cup holders, bike bottle holders and external mesh pockets on rucksacks. The ridged cap opens with just one twist, and the wide mouth provides a smooth, rapid flow. Thermoshield double walled vacuum insulated 18/8 stainless steel keeps your drink at the perfect temperature, hot or cold. Keeps drinks hot for up to 12 hours, or keeps water chilly cold for up to 24 hours. These drinks bottles stay sweat and condensation free. No concerns about rings on your table or dampness in your bag! Hand wash only.

Healthy oceans are crucial for a healthy thriving planet so ion8 are donating 25% profits of the sales from this reusable bottle to support Friends of the Earth’s campaign to end plastic pollution.

 

Ion8 One Touch Leakproof Kids water bottle 400ml from £9.99 at Leakproof.

Available in a variety of colours options and printed patterns such as Unicorns, Larmas, monkeys and many more.

100% leak proof 400ml / 13oz BPA free sport water bottles with a smooth flow for spill-free hydration and hygienic flip top cover for one handed use on-the-go. The perfect replacement for single use disposable cups. Small enough as a kids water bottle for their school lunch boxes or for smaller bags about town. The width of a soda can, it fits perfectly into all car cup holders and pockets on all backpacks.

Watermelon Hot/Cold pack £5.00 from Selfridges. Beet Hot/Cold Pack £5.00 from Kikkerland. Avocado Hot/Cold Pack £5.00 from Kikkerland.

Use as a hot or cold compress. Can also be used to keep lunch warm or cool. Made with non-toxic gel, vinyl.

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By Penny McCarthy

Penny McCarthy is a seasoned entrepreneur and co-founder of Parents News UK, a pioneering publication launched in 1993 to serve the needs of busy parents in Southwest London. Alongside her husband, Fergus McCarthy, Penny played a crucial role in the rapid expansion of the printed edition, which grew from a local startup to a widely circulated monthly publication with a reach of 192,000 copies across Kent, South London, and beyond. Under Penny’s leadership, Parents News quickly became a trusted resource for families, providing valuable information on education, entertainment, sports, and family-friendly events. Her vision helped the publication extend its influence with franchises in Northern Ireland and Cornwall, catering to a growing demand for accessible, family-oriented content. In 1997, recognising the importance of digital media, Penny spearheaded the launch of Parents News UK Online. The website initially mirrored the content of the printed editions and has since evolved into a comprehensive online resource for parents, achieving significant popularity with up to 700 daily hits. In 2017, the publication transitioned fully to an online platform, continuing to inform and engage families across the UK. Today, Penny remains deeply involved in the ongoing success of Parents News UK, focusing on innovative advertising opportunities and future growth plans. Her dedication to supporting families through accessible and practical content has made Parents News a cherished name in households across the country.

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