Free printables to help make the most of your Yoto 

It’s no secret that we’re huge Yoto fans, having enjoyed our Yoto Mini and Yoto player both inside and outside the home for many years with my two daughters.  Despite being a massive hit in most cases, every year after Christmas I see a number of posts from...

Best Yoto cards for toddlers for fun and engaging audio

Ad - Our Best Yoto cards for toddlers post contains affiliate links It's no secret that we're HUGE fans of Yoto in this house. We've been an avid Yoto family for a couple of years now and with a combination of the Yoto Player and the Yoto Mini, Yoto has made a huge...

The Best Book and Yoto Card Collection Combinations

This is a collaborative post Looking to gift some Yoto card collections this Christmas? Why not combine with the matching book collection to create the perfect gift for curious minds? One of the biggest concerns I hear from parents considering buying a Yoto player is...

Best Christmas Yoto Cards for all ages

Looking for some fun festive audio content on the countdown to Christmas? It's never too soon to get into the winter spirit! Thanks to the wide range of Christmas Yoto Cards suitable for children of all ages, you can bring on those festive feels as part of your...

Best Halloween Yoto Cards for spooky audio fun

This Yoto Halloween cards post contains affiliate links Are you looking for some spooky but not scary Yoto cards to add to your Yoto library his Halloween? We're huge fans of our Yoto Player and have amassed quite a collection of Yoto Cards over the last year. Here...

Best Yoto Cards for Every Age Group 2024

This Best Yoto Cards round up includes affiliate links and items previously gifted for review. Last updated June 2024 Yoto Players and Yoto Minis have grown hugely in popularity over recent years - and with good reason! A great way to encourage some quiet, ad-free and...

The Best NEW Yoto Cards to add to your library this Summer

New Yoto Cards gifted for review Last month we were lucky enough to head to the Yoto Play date in London, celebrating the launch of the brand new 3rd generation Yoto Player. In addition to announcing the exciting new features of the 3rd generation player, the team at...

Reading Chest Book Subscription REVIEW

AD - This is a collaborative post Does your child love phonics and reading? If your child is an early or emerging reader and the books sent from school just aren't enough, or is a reluctant reader who needs a little extra encouragement, a Reading Chest Book...

NEW Yoto Player 3rd Generation REVIEW

This is a collaborative post It's no secret that we're huge fans of Yoto - the kid's audio player which puts children in control of audio content such as books, music, meditations, educational content and more, including free podcasts, radio and soundscapes. Having...

Using Yoto Space to make the most of your Yoto

This is a collaborative post One of the things we love the most about Yoto, along with the extensive range of screen-free entertainment, is the fact that they continuously listen to their community. Yoto put its customers at the forefront of everything it does, taking...
Welcome to Real Mum Reviews

Welcome to Real Mum Reviews

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Hi, I’m Lucy, a 40 year old mum of two from Birmingham. A memory maker, tradition keeper, stationery addict and book lover. HR Advisor by day, content writer and sleep deprived Mama by night!

Here you can expect to find honest and impartial reviews of products and services that make parents’ lives easier. Thanks for stopping by – feel free to have a look around! 

Best Christmas Yoto Cards for all ages

Best Christmas Yoto Cards for all ages

Looking for some fun festive audio content on the countdown to Christmas? It's never too soon to get into the winter spirit! Thanks to the wide range of Christmas Yoto Cards suitable for children of all ages, you can bring on those festive feels as part of your...

How Robot Vacuums Can Help For Families With Allergies?

How Robot Vacuums Can Help For Families With Allergies?

This is a collaborative post Dust allergens are like tiny pollens that love to hide everywhere around your house, especially where your kids play, and your family spends time. If your children often find themselves sneezing or feeling itchy after being in contact with...

The Esplanade Hotel Newquay REVIEW

The Esplanade Hotel Newquay REVIEW

Esplanade Hotel visit was part press trip and part self funded visit With stunning sea views, easy access to the beach, fabulous food and a whole host of family-friendly facilities, here’s everything you need to know about The Esplanade in Newquay  As city...

Casdon Joseph Joseph Toys Range REVIEW

Casdon Joseph Joseph Toys Range REVIEW

This is a collaborative post Looking for high-quality, true-to-life role play toys for kids that are just like the real thing? The Casdon Joseph Joseph toys range makes imaginative play authentic and fun. My girls have always loved role-play toys, particularly when...

Refreshing your garden space with Festoon lighting

Refreshing your garden space with Festoon lighting

This is a collaborative post If you've followed my blog for a while, you'll know that our garden has been on quite the journey. An extremely large space that was once completely overgrown, our garden has now completely transformed to become the hub of our home, a...

Preparing your child for their first day at nursery

Preparing your child for their first day at nursery

This is a collaborative post Taking your child for their first day at nursery can be an emotional and unfamiliar experience for both you and your little one. It’s also an exciting and positive time that’ll give them their first taste of independence and you some spare...

Nature’s Ballerinas – A Fun Autumnal Craft for Kids

Nature’s Ballerinas – A Fun Autumnal Craft for Kids

I absolutely love Autumn. As much as I love the Summer and enjoyed the freedom of early morning runs and long sunny afternoons in the garden, I love it when the nights start to draw in too. The colours that Autumn brings with the oranges, yellows, reds and golds is...

Playmobil 70094 Magic Mermaids REVIEW

Playmobil 70094 Magic Mermaids REVIEW

#AD - Item Playmobil 70094 - Mermaid Playmobil gifted for review As you will know from our previous Playmobil reviews, both of my daughters are HUGE fans of Playmobil, as am I - despite rapidly approaching *ahem* 40! I have loved Playmobil since my own childhood back...

Making Maths fun with Learning Resources

Making Maths fun with Learning Resources

AD - Items sent for review We're slowly reaching the end of a very long 3 months. 3 months at home with our children, attempting to home school whilst juggling work and home life and at times, clinging on to our sanity for dear life. Whilst many children are returning...

MentalUP – Brain Training for Kids Review

MentalUP – Brain Training for Kids Review

AD - This post is in collaboration with MentalUP Have you heard of MentalUP before? If you haven't and you are now entering your thirteenth week of home schooling; trust me when I say you will be thankful that you have. As lockdown stats to ease around the country,...

Gigantosaurus Game REVIEW PS4

Gigantosaurus Game REVIEW PS4

AD- Gigantosaurus game gifted for review Erin has really started to enjoy playing games on the PS4, but aged 7, there are only specific games that we allow her to play. Not only do they need to be age appropriate with no violence and minimal scary parts but they need...

Scuff-a-Luv Spring Babies REVIEW

Scuff-a-Luv Spring Babies REVIEW

*Product gifted for review  If you have seen my previous reviews you will know that my girls are both big fans of Scruff-a-Luv products - the abandoned and unloved characters that need to be washed and nurtured to bring them to life. This Spring saw the release of a...

BABY Born Bathtub with Shower – REVIEW

BABY Born Bathtub with Shower – REVIEW

AD - Baby Born Bathtub product gifted for review. This post contains affiliate links My youngest daughter is nearly four and is pretty much doll obsessed. She loves acting out little scenes with her dolls, pretending to feed them, and getting her baby dressed and...

Scruff-a-Luv Friends Rescue Pet REVIEW

Scruff-a-Luv Friends Rescue Pet REVIEW

AD - Product sent for review. This post contains affiliate links If you're not familiar with Scruff-a-Luv's, then quite frankly, where have you been?? These adorable toys represent unloved and abandoned pets that are found curled up in a little ball. In order to bring...

Smashers Epic Dino Egg – REVIEW

Smashers Epic Dino Egg – REVIEW

AD - Item gifted for review  If your kids love surprises, then they will LOVE the NEW Smashers Epic Dino Egg from Zuru, with over 25 exciting surprises nestled safely inside. With Easter on the way, this is a great option for a chocolate alternative Easter gift, with...