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  • How to keep kids cool in hot weather

    Experiencing a heat wave? While most of us love summer weather, it can be hard to keep cool when temperatures soar. If your family loves to be outside, you’ll need to know how to keep children of al

  • Money saving tips for buying school uniform

    Money saving tips for buying school uniform Every couple of months Kate Hardcastle MBE checks her children's shoes and clothes for fit and any repair needs. You do not have to be crafty or have...

  • Get school uniform ready with Trutex

    Our friends at Trutex have put together a helpful guide for buying your child’s school uniform. What you need to know when buying school uniformWhether your child will be making their way through t

  • #Find15 small steps to be kinder to the planet

    Children today are well educated on global warming and climate change, and when it comes to their planet, the message is clear: less talk, more action. As our business purpose is to protect children,

  • What to pack for school

    Your child is off to school! Whether you’re nervous and excited for their first day or you’re a seasoned parent who has done this multiple times before, it certainly is a big step. They’ll be sta

  • How to care for suede shoes

    Suede is a popular fabric for shoes, and it’s easy to see why. With that soft, downy feel to it and the smart, stylish look it has, suede is a very attractive material for adults and children alike.

  • Kids walk tall

    At Start-Rite we believe all kids should be free to walk tall. That’s why this summer we’ve teamed up with the Ben Cohen StandUp Foundation to h

  • How to clean hook and loop fastenings

    Some of our favourite styles include a hook and loop fastening, which is also known colloquially by the brand name ‘Velcro’. We sometimes refer to these fastenings as ‘rip-tape’. This handy fasteni

  • What to do with old school uniforms

    School standards and legislation around uniform requirements are hotly debated and deeply researched. The benefits of wearing a uniform are broad, and it’s widely accepted that they help children to

  • Five minutes with… @kids_life_coastal

    We take five with Tamara (mum to Annabelle and Hunter) to talk family adventures and the benefits of outdoor play. 1. Hi Tamara, talk us through a typical day for you and the kids? A typical we

  • Half-term halloween activities for kids

    Representing the first break in the autumn school term, the October half-term is a great opportunity to do fun things with your children to reward them for all their hard work. Plus, with Halloween of

  • When do babies have growth spurts?

    A growth spurt is defined as a short period of time where a baby makes a noticeable growth in development. When they are very young, these happen frequently, tailing off as they reach a year in ag

  • When do babies wear shoes?

    Baby feet are one of life’s pleasures. Super soft due to the extra padding and cartilage they are born with, these podgy bundles are magnets for parent, sibling and grandparent kisses. Aside fro

  • Should kids wear flip flops?

    Flip flops can often seem like the ultimate convenient summer footwear, particularly if you need to get your little ones ready quickly so you can head out for the day. Unfortunately, flip flops migh

  • How to polish white leather shoes

    White leather shoes are a versatile choice for children’s footwear - fresh and stylish. But we understand that keeping them looking their best can be a challenge, especially when little feet are alw

  • What are knocked knees?

    Childrens’ bodies grow and change at their own rate, especially as they turn into teenagers and puberty kicks in. Knock knees are no different. These are a natural part of a child’s development and

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