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The Spirited Puddle Jumper

Creative, practical and enjoyable everyday living for modern families.

Category: Baby

Baby cheer shoes

Why Starter Cheer Shoes Should Be Chosen for Support, Not Just Style

Posted on August 8, 2026 By Becky

When a child starts cheerleading, it is tempting to focus on how the kit looks. Cheer is a visual sport, and the clean white shoes, team colours, bows, and uniforms are part of the fun. But for beginners, the first pair of shoes should be chosen for practical support before…

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Baby baby feeding

Setting the Stage for First Foods: How the Right Feeding Chair Supports Learning

Posted on August 6, 2026 By Becky

Introducing solids changes more than the grocery list, it reshapes daily routines. Before spoons and soft cubes arrive, caregivers need a stable place where babies sit upright, stay secure, and stay engaged with the people around them. A dependable feeding chair provides that foundation: proper posture for safer swallowing, a…

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Baby newborn care class

What New Parents Learn in a Newborn Care Class That No Baby Book Actually Covers

Posted on May 31, 2026 By Becky

Baby books cover feeding charts, sleep windows, and shopping lists, yet they rarely show how newborn care feels in a tired body at midnight. Classes fill that gap with demonstration, repetition, and clinical context. New parents learn how muscle memory steadies shaky hands, how infant cues shift hour by hour,…

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Baby bassinet

7 Bassinet Features New Parents Actually Use After the First Sleepless Week

Posted on May 31, 2026 By Becky

The first week with a newborn quickly changes which bassinet details matter. Decorative touches lose value once sleep comes in fragments and every nighttime movement feels heavier. Families start favoring features that reduce bending, shorten response time, and support safe rest without added effort. After several disrupted nights, practical design…

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Baby Arlo name

Why We Named Our Son Arlo: The Complete Guide to This Popular Name

Posted on May 8, 2026May 11, 2026 By Becky

Eight years on from choosing this gorgeous name for our youngest, I’m still completely besotted with our decision. Here’s everything you need to know about the name Arlo – and why it might just be perfect for your little one too. A quick 2026 update Since I first published this…

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Baby baby essentials

How to Choose the Right Baby Store for Your Growing Family

Posted on April 7, 2026 By Becky

Preparing for a new baby is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. Parents need many items, from strollers and car seats to cribs and bottles. With so many baby stores available, choosing the right one matters. A good store helps parents find safe products and trusted brands. It also…

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Baby newborn baby

How to Prepare Your Home for Your Child: A Guide for New Parents

Posted on February 24, 2026 By Becky

Bringing a baby into your home is one of life’s sweetest adventures. It’s the kind of chapter that fills your heart with excitement, joy, and a few nervous jitters. Suddenly, everything feels new and important. You find yourself noticing how sunlight touches a room’s wall and wondering if your home…

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Baby baby sleeping

Shhh: How To Get Your Baby To Fall Into Deep Slumber

Posted on February 9, 2026 By Becky

Many parents dream of their baby falling into a deep slumber. But making it a reality is harder than you might think. Unfortunately, babies don’t have a regular circadian rhythm that older children and adults do. Most cycle through light sleep and deeper sleep stages in just 20 to 40…

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Baby nappy change

Why Should You Switch to Bamboo Dry Wipes for Your Baby?

Posted on January 23, 2026 By Becky

Having a baby has changed you in so many ways. Now you’re more careful with the products you choose, especially those that you use for the most important human in your life, your little one. Your baby goes through a lot of wipes that it’s become a necessity in your…

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Hi, I’m Becky, a South-East London-based blogger, digital marketer, wife and mum of three. Here you’ll find creative, practical and enjoyable everyday living for modern UK families, including easy recipes, children’s crafts and activities, home inspiration, family life and adventures both in the UK and further afield. Come in and have a look around!

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