Toniebox 2 review and Tonieplay: Tried and Tested

*This is a collaborative post. Toniebox 2 review item gifted for my honest review When it comes to screen-free ad-free audio, there are two major players in the market - Tonies and Yoto. There has long been much debate about Yoto vs Tonies and whether the Toniebox or...

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 2025

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...

Yoto Player 3rd Generation REVIEW – Tried & Tested

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...
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...

Peter Rabbit Easter Giveaway

Peter Rabbit Easter Giveaway

AD - This post features press samples Like many fans of the Peter Rabbit movie, my girls were left a little disappointed to hear that understandably given current affairs, the release of Sony Pictures "Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway" movie has been delayed from its...

Rainbocorn Sequin Surprise REVIEW

Rainbocorn Sequin Surprise REVIEW

AD - This post includes press samples sent for review  Have you heard of Rainbocorn Sequin Surprises yet? A great alternative Easter gift for those who want to maintain the egg theme without giving the kids too much chocolate, Rainbocorn Sequin Surprises are a super...

Educational Fun with Wicked Uncle

Educational Fun with Wicked Uncle

AD- this post is in collaboration with Wicked Uncle  Now the girls are getting older, one of my favourite parts of the weekend is when we get to spend quality time together and simply sit and play. Growing up in a technical age, my girls love a bit of TV and Screen...

The Ultimate Frozen 2 Gifts & Toys Guide

The Ultimate Frozen 2 Gifts & Toys Guide

#AD - Features review items and press samples (marked with a *) Contains affiliate links Are you looking for the best Frozen 2 gifts and toys? The week has finally arrived. Frozen 2 is hitting our screens tomorrow and I have two girls at home that are so excited they...

Must Have Christmas Gifts for Kids 2019

Must Have Christmas Gifts for Kids 2019

#AD - This post includes press samples and affiliate links* It's the most magical time of the year, but also one of the most stressful. The nights are drawing in, the doors of the advent calendars are opening faster than we can keep up with and before you know it...

REVIEW – Race with Ryan Game PS4

REVIEW – Race with Ryan Game PS4

Have you heard about the new Race with Ryan game yet? If you know anything about my girls, you'll know that they both love a bit of YouTube. Whilst I never quite understood the fascination of watching another child opening packaging, they are absolutely obsessed, and...

REVIEW – Ice Age: Scrat’s Nutty Adventure PS4

REVIEW – Ice Age: Scrat’s Nutty Adventure PS4

#AD- Gifted for review We are big fans of the Ice Age movies in this household, having enjoyed watching them as they were released in the early naughties. Throughout the movies, there has been one character who was always sure to raise a laugh - Scrat. Becoming almost...