Baby... and beyond

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We all love the idea of things that are ‘made to last’, but sadly it can be a bit of a misnomer where children are concerned. They grow so quickly it’s hard to keep up with them! We’ve picked six products that promise to last your little one right from baby through to childhood – saving you time and money in the long run.

STOKKE SLEEPI

Price from £335

From Stokke

Age from newborn with optional extension kit to five years

A delightful addition to any nursery, offering maximum air circulation for comfortable sleep. The lockable swivel wheels mean it can be moved from room to room and the height adjustable base makes lifting children in and out easier.

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STOKKE TRIPP TRAPP

Price £219

From Stokke

Age from newborn to childhood

This adjustable highchair brings your baby to the dining table and closer to the family from newborn to childhood ­ and its Scandinavian look is stylish in any home too. It has a depth and height-adjustable seat plus footplate and is available in a range of colours.

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4 IN 1 TRAINER CUP

Price £6.99

From Brother Max

Age from 4 months

This adaptable cup has four stages from soft silicone teat with easy-hold handles, to a sipper ring with no handles, ­ so your baby can grow with the cup. BPA-free and dishwasher-safe, it’s also available in pink.

Visit www.brothermax.com

BUMGENIUS

Price £18.90 for the all-in-one cloth diaper

From BumGenius

Age/size 8-35 pounds

One size all-in-one cloth nappies which promise to be as comfy to wear and as easy to use as disposables. The 3 x 3 snap-down design adjusts the sizing to fit small, medium and large sizes (approximately 8-35+ pounds), and comfortable stretchy tabs provide a custom fit. Gentle leg elastic contains any mess.

Visit www.bumgenius.com

ERGOBABY OMNI BREEZE BABY CARRIER

Price £157

From ergobaby

Age Birth to 20.4 kg

This four-position carrier will take you through a lot of walking as it’s suitable from birth right up to 20.4 kg. With SoftFlex mesh, plus an ergonomic baby front-inward and back carry position, it’s available in a wide range of colours.

Visit www.ergobaby.co.uk

CYBEX CAR SEAT

Price £199.95

From Cybex

From 3 – 12 years

The Solution T i-Fix grows with your child. The high-back booster seat features a patented reclining headrest and improved air ventilation.

Visit www.cybex-online.com