Online and in the shops

SUN SHOWERS

It may be the last week of April, but it’s unlikely that we’ve seen the end of the showers.

Carrigaline-based PuddleDucks.ie supply lightweight waterproofs and wellies designed to keep all the family dry, without getting too hot or sweaty. Their new Splash Set is a 100% waterproof dungarees-and-jacket set for ages one to nine years, in purple or blue, €39.99; while the mum’s jacket-and-trousers set is €59.99. Team the children’s sets with character wellies, €19.99, which have removable linings to keep feet warm, but can be taken out for a cooler boot; www.puddleducks.ie.

IRON DEFICIENCY

It is estimated that 35% of pregnant women become iron-deficient in their first trimester, while 85% will be iron-deficient by their third trimester. Spatone — an iron supplement made from water sourced from the Welsh mountains — can top up your iron levels. Its gentle formula is easily absorbed, causing fewer of the unpleasant side effects often experienced with iron supplements, like constipation and nausea.

Mums at the recent Pregnancy & Baby Fair also said they like the convenience of Spatone Apple (the added vitamin C helps with iron-absorption) as they can pop sachets into their baby-changing bag. Spatone is safe to take during pregnancy, and post-natally, as directed by your GP; Spatone 28-day, €11.45; and Spatone Apple 28-day, €12.95, are available from health stores and pharmacies.

COLOUR CO-ORDINATED

With colourful prints and pretty pastels, the new summer children’s collection from Heatons is stylish and versatile and includes this pretty print-tiered dress, €14; available from all Heatons stores, and online at www.heatonsstores.com.

ECO SHOES

These soft, eco-leather shoes are designed to let feet breathe and allow natural flexibility, movement and growth. Suede soles provide a non-slip grip, with elasticated ankles for ease of fit and to ensure shoes stay on. Handmade in Poland, they comply with European safety and eco-product standards and are available in a range of cute styles, and in sizes for newborn up to age four, €14.95, from www.onceborn.com.