Cosy winter warmers for babies, children and mums too

<p> An ultra-snuggly wrap that&rsquo;s far more practical than a snowsuit for younger not-yet-mobile babies who&rsquo;ll mainly sit in their pushchair or car seat. As soon as you go in somewhere warmer or need to change their nappy, simply unwrap this, rather than wrestling them in and out of a bulky all-in-one.</p> <p> Better than a blanket too as it features slots to feed a harness through for use on a pushchair or car seat. Large enough to wrap over babies up to 18 months. &pound;44.95 from <a href="http://www.hippychick.com/index.cfm/product/wallaboo-fleece-lined-wrapper-723" target="_blank">Hippy Chick. </a></p>

<p> Cute doggy hat, complete with flaps to keep tiddly ears covered.</p> <p> There&rsquo;s also a girlier version - both are machine washable and sizes cover three months to two years. &pound;8 from <a href="http://www.johnlewis.com/231250/Product.aspx" target="_blank">John Lewis. </a></p>

<p> Brilliant for toddlers whose idea of fun is rolling round in snow or jumping in a puddle. Use them as a waterproof shell over warm trousers such as thick tracksuit bottoms.<br /> Available in blue or plum and for ages: 12-18 months, 18-24 months, 2-3 years, 3-4 years and 4-5 years. Buy slightly big to get your money&rsquo;s worth - the elasticated sleeves and legs can be rolled up to fit. &pound;23 from <a href="http://www.hippychick.com/index.cfm/product/hippychick-waterproofs-dungarees-692" target="_blank">Hippy Chick. </a></p>

<p> Reasonably-priced (&pound;19 to &pound;15 depending on size) but cool coat in bold blue or bright orange, so he&rsquo;ll stay warm and get seen on gloomy winter evenings.</p> <p> For ages 4 to 16 from <a href="http://www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/prod_10001_10001_234020525745_-1?breadcrumb=Home~Kids~Coats+%26amp%3B+jackets" target="_blank">Debenhams. </a></p>

<p> Smart blue check print on the outside, super-soft fur on the inside. If older boys aren&rsquo;t keen on the pom-poms, you could easily snip them off.</p> <p> Size bands 3-6 and 6-13 years, so this should see boys through a few winters. &pound;12 from <a href="http://www.monsoon.co.uk/boy-check-fur-hat/invt/99886602/&amp;bklist=icat,5,shop,children,boy,boyaccessories" target="_blank">Monsoon. </a></p>

<p> Rugged waterproof hiking-style boots with a sturdy sole to cope with slippery pathways and playgrounds.</p> <p> Infant size 4 to 12, &pound;18 - &pound;20 from <a href="http://www.next.co.uk/x483816s2" target="_blank">Next. </a></p>

<p> A stylish and warm, bold pink coat with quilting and furry hood - as ideal for wintry walks as it is for trips around the local shops. &nbsp;</p> <p> Sizes range from age 3 to 4 up to 15 to 16, &pound;32 - &pound;38 from <a href="http://www.next.co.uk/g473410s4#993524g47" target="_blank">Next. </a></p> <p> For non-pink loving girls, we think this is a chic alternative: <a href="http://www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/prod_10001_10001_232020563543_-1?breadcrumb=Home~Kids~Coats+%26amp%3B+jackets" target="_blank">Debenham&rsquo;s </a>Blue Navy Quilted Coat with its fur collar (&pound;27 to &pound;33).</p> <p> In fact we like it so much we&rsquo;re hankering after a women&rsquo;s-sized version of it ourselves.</p>

<p> Probably the cutest gloves we&rsquo;ve ever seen!&nbsp; Woolly warmth with sweet little people emblems.&nbsp;</p> <p> Sizes 3-6 years. 6-10 years and 10-13 years so a single pair should last a few years. &pound;10 from <a href="http://www.monsoon.co.uk/around-the-world-gloves/invt/99876816/" target="_blank">Monsoon. </a></p>

<p> In no less than eleven gorgeous colours, from pretty pink and bold purple to neutral black and navy, <a href="http://www.hunter-boot.com/2/14/Shop-Online/Young-Hunter/RED/W23500_RED.aspx?ReturnQString=%2f2%2fShop-Online%2fProducts.aspx%3fcategoryID%3d14%26selectedpage%3d0%26pagingenabled%3dTrue" target="_blank">Hunters,</a> &pound;32 are so cool she&rsquo;ll want to wear them even when it hasn&rsquo;t rained or snowed for weeks.</p> <p> Invest in the <a href="http://www.hunter-boot.com/2/9/Shop-Online/Kids-Fleece-Welly-Socks/LILAC/S23659_LIL.aspx" target="_blank">fleecy welly liners,</a> &pound;11, and you&rsquo;ve got the flexibility of using the wellies with normal socks on wet but warmer days, or with the liners when the temperature plummets and the snow starts falling.<br /> <br /> And although we know it&rsquo;s quite a lot to pay for kids&rsquo; wellies, once they&rsquo;re outgrown, consider that second-hand Hunters sell well on <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/" target="_blank">eBay, </a>so you could get over half your cash back.</p>

<p> Designed to deal with North American winters (ones where a cold day means -32 degrees c not -2!), indeed one of our cold feet prone writers put Merrell&rsquo;s boots through their paces in such temperatures in Canada last year and they passed with flying colours.</p> <p> Grippy soles prevent slipping on snow, and thermal furry linings keep feet warm, whether you&rsquo;re standing watching the kids sledge for hours at a time or walking all the way home because your car&rsquo;s stuck in a snow drift! Pricey but definitely built to last and they look rather good too. &pound;145 from <a href="http://www.merrell.com/UK/en-GB/Product.mvc.aspx/25910W/0/Womens/Taiga-Buckle-Waterproof?dimensions=0" target="_blank">Merrell. </a></p>

<p> Modern thermals have ditched that granny-ish cream lacy look of days of old. Uniqlo&rsquo;s range includes leggings, tops, socks and tights, all pretty much indistinguishable from &lsquo;normal&rsquo; clothing. Layer for extra protection and standing around in the playground/ at the school gate will be more bearable even on the chilliest days. &pound;14.90 from <a href="http://shop.uniqlo.com/uk/goods/069225" target="_blank">Uniqlo. </a></p>

<p> Dreading those cold, dark morning school runs when you&rsquo;d rather have stayed in bed? A quilted &lsquo;duvet&rsquo; coat will (almost) make you feel like you did!&nbsp;</p> <p> This one limits scope for the Michelin Man look with a belt to cinch it in at the waist, has a down filling which is both lightweight but wonderfully warm and comes in black or cream.</p> <p> And it can be shoved in the washing machine and dryer if the kids wipe sticky mitts on it. &pound;99.99 from <a href="http://www.zara.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product/uk/en/zara-W2011/126502/386289/QUILTED%2BANORAK%2BWITH%2BFUR%2BHOOD" target="_blank">Zara. </a></p>

<p> There will be zero chance of tiny toes getting cold when the mercury drops, thanks to these adorable little boots, &pound;14 from <a href="http://www.jojomamanbebe.co.uk/sp+suede-fur-lined-baby-booties-in-baby-booties-and-pram-shoes+B6522 " target="_blank">Jo Jo Maman Bebe</a> -&nbsp;<a href="http://www.jojomamanbebe.co.uk/sp+suede-fur-lined-baby-booties-in-baby-booties-and-pram-shoes+B6522 " target="_blank"> </a>suede on the outside and furry on the inside. Available in pink, blue or brown and sizes from 0-6 months to 18 to 24 months.</p>