I'm beyond thrilled to announce that we've been shortlisted out of more than 12,000 nominations for a Brilliance in Blogging award hosted by BritMums, the UK's largest parent blogging network. Babes about Town is up for a BiB GO! Award (Best

What's all the fuss about Lego for girls? As soon as the toy giant announced its new range, even before most people could get their hands on it, there was an outcry among certain camps. Some called it 'patronising', even

I was buzzing when I left the British Gas head office in Staines on Monday - and no, I hadn't been poking around in any strange cupboards (British Gas also happens to be the UK's largest supplier of electricity). I was

I'm in a reflective mood on the first day of the New Year, so it's a great time to join in with the linky on Four Plus an Angel. Here are some of my top posts over the previous 12

It's been an amazing year and so much fun putting together this photo round-up. I'd like to do another review feature linking to my top posts and topics from 2011. This one is just a chance to showcase some of

And the winners are... This beautiful designer teddy bear from Native Belle Boutique goes to... Dejeniera Pygott The entire collection of Herve Tullet's Let's Play Games series of books goes to... Pippa Ainsworth This adorable Reindeer baby shoes and 100% cotton onesie Inch Blue

We're coming over all Mrs Claus and merry elves here at Babes HQ. In honour of the season of giving, we've put together a Christmas package crammed with fabulous treats for you lucky readers. Our 12 Days of Xmas Giveaways features

Today I'm taking part in the fabulous Honest Mum's birthday and blogaversary Carnival. My topic? Lies I told Myself Before Having Kids. It's astonishing the difference between all the wonderful things you think you'll do when you have your own offspring,