Baby Wearing, defined as the act of wearing or carrying your baby whether it’s with a carrier, sling or cloth, has been prevalent for centuries. Nomadic people would wear their babies to travel more effectively, whilst families in Africa,…
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We are absolutely delighted to share that our 100% Biodegradable* Baby Wipes and Nappychat Eco Performance Nappies have been shortlisted for the Mother & Baby Awards 2022! The Mother & Baby Award is the longest running, most prestigious and…
This week is National Recycling Week 2021 According to WRAP, Recycle Week (20 – 26 September 2021) “aims to encourage retailers, brands, waste management companies, trade associations, governments and the media to come together to achieve one shared goal:…
This week is National Eczema week. According to the World Health Organization, more that 230 million people globally have atopic eczema. We at Mum & You understand that eczema can be difficult to soothe and manage with a little…
Choosing a name for your baby is something most parents-to-be will spend time thinking about long before the arrival of their bundle of joy – and there are a lot of things to consider. You may choose names with…
Scroll through the pictures to see the volunteers who helped distribute the products The Hygiene Bank is a grass roots charity, working within the community to provide essential personal care and household cleaning products to people who really…
Summer time is the best time for messy outdoor activities. Grab your Mum & You baby wipes and dive on in! Babies and toddlers love hands-on fun and there’s no better way than with messy artsy activities! DIY Chalk…
There’s nothing better than getting outside in nature with your little ones. Whether you head out to explore a new trail, your local park, or even just your own garden, nature is one of the best backdrops for engaging activities…
Being a parent of a toddler is challenging, but being a parent of a bored toddler is frightening. Ok, maybe that’s exaggerating a little bit, but there’s no denying that it’s hard. And now with most pre-schools and schools being closed…
Don’t let the rain ruin your summer fun! From indoor forts to creating marble races and more, there are an array of indoor activities you can do to keep your little ones happy, even when the weather isn’t. Here…
Looking for engaging activities for your active toddler or baby this summer? With warmer weather and slowed schedules, summer is the perfect time to try something new. Below we’ve listed 5 of our favorite summer activities that will engage…
Let’s be honest. Of all of the things that cross our minds about our post-baby bodies, worries about our breasts are high on the list. Will your breasts be sore? Saggy? Will they get too full with milk? Do…
Ready to pack that bag? Whether you’re traveling with a newborn, toddler or a car filled with children and when we can travel more on planes, you’ll want to ensure that from plane ride to destination and back is as smooth as possible. Traveling…
Tuesday 22nd June marks national picnic day, what do you pack in your picnic backet? Why not pack a picnic basket and head to the local park Here are our 5 top tips of what to pack: 1. Picnic…
Sunday 13th June marks cupcake day and what better day to bake then on a Sunday afternoon. We have found the perfect recipe for babies, toddlers and children thanks to My Kids lick the bowl. A Soft spongy style Baby…
Putting your mental health and wellbeing at the forefront has never been so important. It is easier said than done, we know. Parenting, whether you are pregnant, a new mum, mum to toddler, mum to school children, mum to many the…
We love to make Mum’s lives as easy as possible. You have so much to think about from nappy changing, to thinking about the next feed and oops baby has been sick again, another load of washing to get done. Wouldn’t it be…
Maternity leave might not have been what we thought it would be and we may have become accustomed to our routine of staying in. Going out again and thinking what to do is hard. When are are allowed to…
The beginning of May is Maternal Mental Health week, organised by The Perinatal Mental Health Partnership. Motherhood is hard at anytime but over the last year, Covid 19 has brought some unique issues for all mums. Dr Lindsay McMillan,…
Our ‘Just a minute’ face mask has been featured in The Independent this week as one of the top 15 pregnant skincare hero’s (whoohoo). The 98.5 per cent natural, midwife-approved sixty second face mask uses toxin-absorbing bentonite clay and daikon radish, which helps…
Making sure that your babies are safe, clean and protected from bacteria, germs & viruses is one of our top priorities. That is why we have stringently run tests on our multi-surface wipes which have proven to be anti-viral as well…
Here at Mum and You, we’re committed to making lives easier for mums. Whether that’s by helping them make sustainable parenting choices by creating eco-friendly nappies and biodegradable wipes, treating their skin with 60-second face masks or baby bathtime…
This week marks Children’s Mental Health Week, and this year’s theme is all about expressing yourself. This includes finding creative ways in which to share your thought’s, ideas and feelings. Some of the ideas that children can have to…
Our ears have been burning because over on Mumsnet ‘The Real Mums’ on the ‘Swears By’ forum, have been discussing our nappies and there favourite wipes and decided that Mum & You biodegradable* wipes are the best (whoohoo). The…
As we all face another national lockdown, at Mum & You we have pulled together our 5 top tips to help you and your family during lockdown. 1. Commit to an early night 2 or 3 nights…
We’re so happy to announce that 3 products from the Mum skincare range have won awards in the The Dear Bump Awards 2020! The whole range was developed by mums to meet the unique skincare needs we face during…
Your bestie’s pregnant and you can’t be with her to celebrate. So why not surprise her by hosting a virtual baby shower with all her closest friends and family. Here’s how. Choose your virtual ‘venue’ Zoom: a popular…
We’re sharing our spooktacular ideas, as tested on our own little monsters, that you can easily do with your young ones at home. Happy Halloween! Crafts Witches hat Cut out a large triangle from card. Take a strip…
We’re been blown away by all the amazing press and blogger coverage our Mums skincare collection is getting. It’s clearly causing a stir in the beauty world, as glossy magazine editors and stylish mum-fluencers are sharing just how great…
Limber up, pre and post pregnancy fitness expert Charlie Barker is joining Mum & You to talk through fitness in motherhood. Read on and get ready to feel inspired… Pregnancy is one of the most incredible things a…
You asked – we listened! No more nappy changing battles with new Mum & You Nappy Pants. We love getting customer feedback – and never more so when our customers give us a clear request for a product they…
World Breastfeeding Week World Breastfeeding Week is an opportunity for Mums to come together and share advice, guidance and their own experiences of breastfeeding with other women around the world. Breastfeeding is a personal choice. What’s important is that…
We’ve been super busy working on some exciting new products for our lovely tribe of parents and they’re nearly here! ? Always helping you protect and care for your family, we’ve got an extra handy addition for your nappy bag and…
The use of food banks among families with children and babies has almost doubled during the pandemic. Trussell Trust has reported an 89% surge in the need for emergency food parcels in April alone. The problem of nappy need across…
If you’re breastfeeding or expressing your milk, then you may have come up against sore nipples at one point or another. Although babies are only small, they can sometimes cause some nipple pain with their constant feeding demands. Whether…
There’s some pretty big smiles across team Mum & You right now, as we reveal our first ever TV advert, all about our special biodegradable baby wipes! As a small business, it’s a super proud moment for us and…
If you’ve just had a baby – the chances are you’re more sleep-deprived than you’ve ever been in your life. If you’ve had kids for a while, then feeling tired is probably your version of normal – and while…
This month, we’re celebrating Plastic Free July! Plastic Free July is a global movement to inspire and educate people all over the world to reduce and refuse everyday single-use plastic at home, work, school and even at your local…
There’s no question – we all feel a pang of pride when our babies cut their first teeth. It’s a real milestone when the first pearly whites arrive, a sign your little bubkin is growing up. But any teething…
Water retention or fluid retention can be a pesky and uncomfortable pregnancy symptom. From puffy, swollen ankles to heavy legs and itchy feet, excess water can find plenty of ways to make pregnancy even more challenging, but fortunately, there…
It’s Children’s Art Week, which gives us a great excuse to keep little ones busy with some crafts! There’s 3 themes over the next few weeks to get involved in… Week 1 (from 29 June): The Natural World Week 2…
March 4th, 2020 was a life-changing day for my family and I. We welcomed our second, beautiful, healthy baby girl. After years of trying to get her here my gratitude is still on cloud 9. It’s still so surreal…