Heidi Scrimgeour
As a parenting specialist, Heidi has written for Prima Baby, Gurgle and Practical Parenting and was baby gear editor of Mother & Baby magazine for six years, looking after regular consumer features for the shopping pages as well as specialist consumer content such as buying guides and gift guides. Heidi was the author of a popular parenting column for AOL’s Parentdish and one instalment – on why she hates school sports days – featured in a GCSE English exam paper. Heidi’s work has been a topic of debate on ITV’s This Morning – she argued that you should never tell off someone else’s child – and on BBC Radio 4’s Woman’s Hour, where she defended the case for toddlers having dummies in a discussion with Jane Garvey. Her articles have also been discussed on Loose Women and shared by Richard Branson.
There is virtually nothing Heidi doesn’t know about baby gear. From which car seat will actually make your life easier, to whether you really need off-road wheels on your buggy, there is no parenting problem she hasn’t solved when it comes to shopping for essentials for your baby, toddler or youngster. Heidi has her hands full as a parent to her three children aged between seven and 16 years old.
She is fond of alcohol-free tipples and she always finds time for a walk on the beach or a night out with the school mums. She has also written features for most UK national newspapers including the Daily Mail, The Guardian and The Telegraph, and for a broad range of consumer magazines and websites, including Red, Psychologies, and Stylist.
Latest articles by Heidi Scrimgeour
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Best toys for 6 year olds 2024: 45 age-appropriate gift ideas from just £6.99
From Barbie to slime, and from educational to creative, these top toys for six-year-olds are sure to be a big hit
By Sarah Handley Last updated
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12 of the best cot beds to buy in 2024 all tested by parents and babies
Pick the best cot bed for your baby based on our tried-and-tested parent reviews
By Heidi Scrimgeour Last updated
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The best cot mattresses to buy in 2024 tried and tested: top picks for babies and toddlers
The best cot mattresses put to the test - here's what our panel of parents thought...
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Best newborn prams 2024 tried and tested by parents
The best prams for newborn babies put to the test by parents - which one is right for you?
By Heidi Scrimgeour Last updated
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We tested the new Ickle Bubba Altima travel system and it's our top choice for best pram - here's why...
Beautifully designed and made from high-quality materials, the Ickle Bubba Altima travel system exceeded our expectations.
By Kathryn Williams Published
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Best Father’s Day gifts: 11 presents that your Dad will truly love
Father's Day will be here before you know it — these are the best gifts he'll appreciate
By Heidi Scrimgeour Last updated
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Best Easter hampers 2024 tried and tested, including Cadbury's, Thorntons, Hotel Chocolat and more
There's still time (just!) to treat the family to a delicious Easter hamper
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Best Easter gifts for kids 2024: 37 non-chocolate treats
Swap chocolate eggs for this year's best Easter gifts for kids, from toys and personalised presents to clothes and crafts
By Heidi Scrimgeour Last updated
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Best Easter eggs for kids 2024 - all taste-tested by kids
The best Easter eggs for kids this year include new offerings from Cadbury, Lindt, Thorntons, and more
By Heidi Scrimgeour Last updated
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Seen one baby sleeping bag, seen them all? Nope, the Ickle Bubba Sleep Bag impressed us - here's why
The Ickle Bubba Sleep Bag is a high quality sleeping bag with a stylish pattern suitable for babies aged 6-18 months.
By Heidi Scrimgeour Published
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Is this travel crib tucked in a changing bag the perfect solution for busy parents on the go? We found out...
The Bizzy Growin Pod is a baby changing bag that converts into a travel cot for daytime naps.
By Kathryn Williams Published
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Best travel strollers to buy in 2024: tried and tested parent-approved options
The best travel strollers to make travelling with your baby or toddler hassle-free
By Charlotte Duck Last updated
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Functional and stylish? The SnüzPod Studio is a beautiful bedside crib - with wheels
We put the SnüzPod Studio to the test before it even hit shop floors - and its striking design is perfect for contemporary living
By Kathryn Williams Published
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At almost £300 the Milky Plant is pricey but our parent tester feels it's well worth the investment
The Milky Plant machine lets you make fresh and healthy plant-based milk in minutes
By Kathryn Williams Published
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"Really simple and easy to use" — our student tester put the Ultenic K20 Dual Basket Air Fryer through its paces and it came up trumps!
So much more than just an air fryer, the Ultenic K20 Dual Basket Air Fryer will let you whip up everything from heart-healthy breakfasts to mouth-watering desserts
By Kathryn Williams Published
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Best toys for 6 to 12 months olds 2024: 42 top-rated buys, tried and tested
Discover the best toys for 6 to 12 month olds that will help your baby learn about the world around them
By Sarah Handley Last updated
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Skip Hop Silver Lining Cloud Activity Gym review
A lovely-looking baby gym with plenty of toys to entertain
By Heidi Scrimgeour Last updated
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Maxi Cosi See Baby Monitor Review
Our mum tester was wowed by the Maxi-Cosi See Baby Monitor. Here's why...
By Heidi Scrimgeour Last updated
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Infantino 4-in-1 Milestones & Memories Twist & Fold Gym review
A subtly stylish gym with a mat for milestone photos
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Philips Avent Fast Bottle Warmer review
By Heidi Scrimgeour Last updated
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The best Moses baskets for babies 2024: 8 tried and tested options
We asked our panel of parent reviewers to put the best Moses baskets to the test. Find out what they thought of each one in our lineup...
By Heidi Scrimgeour Last updated
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18 of the best Mother's Day gifts 2024 to make mums feel special
Mother's Day gifts that mums won't have to pretend to love
By Heidi Scrimgeour Last updated
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MrBeast chocolate is a playground craze all over again but this mum of three isn't opening her purse this time
The YouTuber claims he's found the formula for the best-tasting chocolate ever
By Heidi Scrimgeour Published
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Get all the 'One Day' vibes with these Airbnb properties on the Greek island of Paros - and they're perfect for parents
That Greek holiday scene in One Day has us all looking at Paros for a holiday and AirBnB has some top recommendations
By Heidi Scrimgeour Published