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Sarah Dawson

Freelance writer@Sarah_WordUp

Sarah is a freelance parenting and lifestyle writer, who has been a regular contributor to IndyBest since 2021, covering the very best kids’ products and gift guides for every budget. She has written extensively for national publications and websites including MadeForMums.com, Family Traveller, Goodto.com, Tesco magazine, The Telegraph, Baby magazine and Culture Trip, as well as created content for parenting, luxury travel and bridal brands. You can follow Sarah on Instagram @wordupwriting and on Twitter @Sarah_WordUp

<p>We looked at everything from how easy they were to manoeuvre to how the tyres performed </p>
Kids

Best balance bikes for toddlers and kids in 2024

<p>After countless renditions of ‘Let it Go’, these are the machines that had the X Factor </p>
Toys & Activities

Best karaoke machines 2023, for kids and adults to take to the stage

<p>From wooden toys to clothing and acessories, kids won’t be bored of these by Boxing Day </p>
Gifts

Best Christmas gifts and toys for 4-year-olds 2023

<p>Our gang of testers looked for fun while we tested for safety and easy assembly</p>
Garden Furniture

Best climbing frames for kids 2023

<p>Whether they’re for PE, school or time outside, we’ve found a pair for every activity </p>
Clothing & Footwear

Best kids’ trainers 2023: Sporty and comfy styles for boys and girls

<p>Whether you just want a kick-about with the kids or a serious 5-a-side </p>
Kids

The best kids’ football goals for the garden

<p>Toy storage needs to be practical, easy to access and robust enough to put up with whatever your kids throw at it </p>
Kids

10 best toy storage solutions for keeping playroom clutter at bay

<p>Whether they’re a nature lover or dinosaur obsessed there’s a book to suit </p>
Kids

11 best kids’ colouring books to keep little ones entertained

<p>Our three and six-year-old testers tried both independent labels and high street brands on for size </p>
Clothing & Footwear

11 best kids’ gender-neutral clothing brands you need to know about

<p>From cool garden hideouts in the sun to cosy indoor dens on rainy days</p>
Toys & Activities

9 best kids’ play tents that make for a dream den

<p>We’ve included options for every age group </p>
Kids

11 best subscription boxes for kids, tested by little reviewers

<p>These days, the handheld devices offer a lot more than a simple push-and-talk function</p>
Kids

6 best kids’ walkie talkies for sleepovers and outdoor adventures

<p>We considered value, quality, their fun-factor and longevity </p>
Toys & Activities

9 best dolls’ houses for kids to inspire imaginative play

Toys & Activities

9 best dolls’ houses for kids to inspire imaginative play

<p>We considered value, quality, their fun-factor and longevity </p>
<p>We paid special attention to comfort, fabric softness, how well they washed and the design </p>
Clothing & Footwear

The best kids pyjamas for boys and girls in 2021

<p>We considered cost-per-wear as well as how fuss-free, quick and easy to get on and off they were </p>
Clothing & Footwear

Best Halloween costumes for kids 2021: Outfit ideas for girls and boys

<p>We looked for timeless designs that didn’t scrimp on quality </p>
Advent calendars

The best wooden advent calendars for a less wasteful Christmas

<p>There’s a whole host of styles, interactive features and fun accessories on the menu</p>
Toys & Activities

8 best play kitchens to inspire your little chefs

<p>There’s a whole host of styles, interactive features and fun accessories on the menu</p>
Toys & Activities

8 best play kitchens to inspire your little chefs

<p>When it comes to machines for little legs, the lighter the better </p>
Cycling

9 best kids’ bikes for budding cyclists

<p>The book’s release comes just days after the birth of the couple’s second child, Lilibet </p>
Children's books

Our review of Meghan Markle’s debut book ‘The Bench’

<p>Most sleeping bags will have a season or comfort rating to indicate what kind of temperature it’s designed to be used in</p>
Camping

8 best kids’ sleeping bags for camping and sleepovers

<p>Fill your child’s bookshelf with literature that celebrates the whole spectrum of life</p>
Children's books

10 best kids’ books that celebrate diversity

<p>We tested a range of products that smelt great and left skin soft</p>
Baby Tech & Essentials

10 best organic baby bath time products you’ll want for yourself

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