James Carter

James is a consumer journalist and father of three who tests prams, car seats, monitors and the rest of the baby-kit universe in real family conditions.

Articles by this author

Product Reviews

White Noise Machines: Myths vs Facts

Continuous, non-looping sound at conversation volume is the useful specification. what the evidence actually supports, and what it does not for parents choosing baby gear.

· 6 min read

Baby Food

Introducing Allergens for First-Time Parents

Peanut, egg, dairy, wheat, soy, fish, shellfish, sesame and tree nuts should be introduced early and kept in the diet. the version nobody explains before you need it for parents starting solids.

· 5 min read

Baby Care

Baby Poo Guide: Myths vs Facts

Meconium, mustard-seed breastfed stools and firmer formula stools are all normal. what the evidence actually supports, and what it does not for new parents.

· 5 min read

Baby Food

What Finger Food Ideas Really Costs

Soft steamed carrot batons, ripe pear, omelette strips, pasta twists and toast fingers. the honest numbers, including the ones nobody mentions for parents starting solids.

· 5 min read