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New Year, New Start?
Well, what a year. We saw the triumphant Olympic and Paralympic Games on our own soil, the Queen’s Jubilee and we even set our eyes on Felix Baumgartner who made history by being the first person to skydive from a distance of 23 miles (!) – so 2013 certainly has a lot to live up to.
And now that another Christmas has passed us by, cost us a small fortune and made our jeans a little tighter than before it’s time to start afresh. I’m sure you have an abundance of New Year’s resolutions to stick to, but for me, I’m going to embrace 2013 with open arms.
Whatever your plans are, our E-Newsletter will give you plenty of inspiration this January.
Are you keeping up-to-date with our Facebook page?
Lastly, a very happy New Year to all our lovely readers,

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| FAMILY EVENTS - SAVE THE DATE! |
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| Baking Weekend |
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Manor Farm County Park, Pylands Lane, Burseldon, Southampton, SO31 1BH
Saturday 19 January, 11am
Admission: Under 3’s FREE, Children £4, Adults £6, Family 2+2 £19, Family 2+3 £22
Manor Farm is giving everyone the chance to learn a variety of recipes and ingredients used in a Victorian kitchen. Whether it’s good old fashioned bread, or traditional cakes, there’s something for everyone without a plastic wrapper in sight! There’s fun to be had by the whole family, and a chance to grab some new yummy recipes.
Click here for more or call 01489 787055
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| Tiny Treasures |
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Tudor House & Garden, Bugle Street, Southampton SO14 2AD
Monday 7 January 10:30am-11:30am
Admission: Adults £4.75, Concessions £3.75, Children under 5's FREE
Have you got little ones that love exploring? They will enjoy this event held at the Tudor House & Garden where they can discover hidden treasures in these unique city museums. Encourage creativity and learn about culture in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Specifically created for children under 5, it’s perfect for your budding young historian or generally inquisitive explorer!
Click here for more or call 02380 834242
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| Cinderella |
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The Point, Leigh Road, Eastleigh, SO50 9DE
Thursday 17 January-Sunday 20 January, times vary (see website)
Admission: £9 adults, £7 concessions, see website for more information and to book.
Triple award-winning theatre company Westfield Productions return with this classic pantomime. Follow Cinderella and Buttons on their journey to find love, hampered by the mischief and jealousy of two very ugly sisters! Packed with up-beat songs and special effects, Cinderella promises to be a magical treat.
Click here for more or call 023 8065 2333
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| Little Pickles Markets |
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The Mountbatten Centre, Alexandra Park, Portsmouth, PO2 9QA
Saturday 19 January 10am-11:30am
Admission: Adults £1, Children FREE
We love Little Pickles markets, held in indoor, pushchair-friendly locations with accessible parking across Hampshire. You'll find quality pre-loved children’s items including Pushchairs, nursery furniture, toys, books, clothes and much more are on offer, so you’re bound to find something for you or your child. New markets are added all the time, and you can also register yourself as a seller via their website.
Click here for more or call 07856 832095
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| Little Funky Art Club |
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Winchester Discovery Centre, Jewry Street, Winchester, SO23 8SB
First session 9 January. Course runs for 6 weeks, for furture dates please see website for details
Admission: 6 weeks for £30
For small children, being creative means making a mess. They just want to dive in, get sticky and have fun. The littlefunkyart club creates an environment where they can do that in perfect confidence and where you don't have to clear up the mess afterwards. All materials provided, as well as hands-on tuition. Great for our little one's creativity!
Click here for more or call 01962 873603
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Can you Choose Well for your child?
Do you know which health services to access when your child is unwell? By choosing well, your child will receive prompt treatment and you can also help to reduce the burden on essential NHS emergency services too. If you become unwell or are injured you'll choose the right NHS service to get the best treatment and use the NHS wisely. Play the Choose Well game (as part of the NHS Choose Well Campaign) to find out whether you know where to get the right treatment.
Click here for more
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Birthday Bedlam?
Alleviate those stresses that we’re faced with when organising a little one’s birthday bonanza with our friends over at All You Need To Party. With a great selection of party pieces from balloons and candles to first birthday high chair kits, meaning you’ll leave no stone unturned and all from the comfort of your sofa. With a cute ladybird design for girls and equally adorable turtles for boys this will be a birthday bash not to be missed.
Click here for more or call 01618 660010
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For Your Little Fuss Pots...
Recently launched, we love Annabel Karmel's latest addition... the Fuss Pots. Exploding with flavour and as natural as if you made it at home, this new range of four delicious dishes will tickle the taste buds of even the fussiest eaters. The recipes, based on Annabel’s bestselling books, in easy to use microwaveable pots include Chicken Korma, Chicken ‘N’ Rice Nasi Goreng, Spaghetti Bolognese with Hidden Veg and Kickin’ Chicken Chow Mein.
Click here for more
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Hot Product - Cybex Sirona
This car seat is the blessing parents have been searching for. The CYBEX Sirona with alternative facing has an easy entrance and exit position the 360° rotation system makes life easier as the seat can be turned to the side with one simple click allowing you to take your baby out effortlessly. Easily adjusted from rear-facing (approximately 0-4 years) to front-facing (approximately 9 months-4 years) when older children have insufficient legroom whilst sitting backwards.
Click here for more
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