LouderVoice Reviews by Catherine O'Neill

Maclaren Techno Classic Stroller

2007-01-01T04:04:54Z

rating: 4
Long lasting, robust, sturdy, easy to handle single buggy suitable from birth

Mamas and Papas Twin Aria Stroller

2007-01-01T12:59:27Z

rating: 3
Stroller quite light but at times awkward to collapse down

The boys' book how to be the best at everything

2007-01-01T13:56:08Z

rating: 5
Brilliant book for boys (and dare I say it? girls) of all ages

Wheelybug

2007-01-02T10:44:24Z

rating: 4
A fabulous ride-on toy for kids from 18 months to 7yrs+.

2003 Opel Zafira 1.8l

2007-01-03T06:06:40Z

rating: 3
A 7 seater car that is a doddle to drive and park, but has very little "boot" space and can be awkward to change seat mode.

Kenwood IM250 Ice Cream and Dessert Maker White 1lt

2007-01-03T12:54:18Z

rating: 2
Cheap and cheerful but could do better.

The Queen Charlotte's Hospital Guide to Pregnancy and Birth

2007-01-03T12:58:51Z

rating: 4
Excellent Pregnancy and Childbirth Guide book

Mercy by Jodi Picoult

2007-01-03T13:02:42Z

rating: 2
A disappointing read

Hotpoint Aquarius FDW20

2007-01-03T13:07:54Z

rating: 2
Not happy at all with this appliance which causes non-stop problems.

Eyes Open by Snow Patrol

2007-01-03T13:10:49Z

rating: 5
Still a favourite months later.

Babyproof by Emily Giffin

2007-01-03T13:39:01Z

rating: 2
Fluffy run of the mill chick lit novel

Perfect Match by Jodi Picoult

2007-01-03T13:42:00Z

rating: 3
Good read but not as griping as her earlier novels.

Echo Park by Michael Connelly

2007-01-03T14:00:49Z

rating: 4
Excellent crime thriller novel

Celtic Names for Children by Loreto Todd

2007-01-03T14:30:02Z

rating: 4
A comprehensive guide of over 2000 names from 6 countries (Ireland, Scotland, Cornwall, Brittany, Wales and the isle of man).

Galt Playnest and Gym

2007-01-05T11:22:24Z

rating: 4
Great purchase for your baby

The book of Irish Names by Iain Zaczek

2007-01-06T14:41:34Z

rating: 2
A lovely illustrated book of irish names but lacking in content.

Avoca Cafe Cookbook

2007-01-07T16:12:20Z

rating: 4
A sumptuous cookbook with gorgeous photos and easy to follow delicious recipes.

Griffins Garden Centre - Dripsey Cork

2007-01-10T04:20:49Z

rating: 5
A brilliant garden centre supplying great outdoor and indoor plants, trees, shrubs, bulbs, tools, hardware and advice.

Superfoods for babies and children by Annabel Karmel

2007-01-13T15:09:16Z

rating: 5
A great book for ideas and recipes for feeding babies and kids, from 4 months up.

Baby Bjorn Babysitter 123

2007-01-14T15:37:33Z

rating: 4
A sturdy, comfortable seat for your baby to view the world around him/her.

Flexa Children's Furniture

2007-01-16T11:55:23Z

rating: 4
Cool, functional, comfortable, flexible kids' beds.

www.babycards.ie

2007-01-16T12:32:49Z

rating: 5
Excellent personalised cards and efficient quick service.

www.tesco.ie

2007-01-19T06:04:03Z

rating: 4
Great, simple to use website and delivery service that turns a mundane, energy sapping chore into a breeze.

www.hairybaby.ie

2007-01-23T08:49:58Z

rating: 5
Excellent website if you're looking for cool, funky T-shirts with an Irish twist.

Silly Billyz bibs

2007-01-24T08:42:07Z

rating: 5
Great bibs with a waterproof backing that can be tumble dried without disintegrating.

www.photobox.ie

2007-01-26T07:01:15Z

rating: 4
Great photo website that supplies photo gifts

www.nextdirectory.ie

2007-01-29T08:34:25Z

rating: 1
This website used to be good, but ruined now by rubbish order handling and credit card "security measures" nonsense.

www.schoolbooks.ie

2007-01-31T09:51:01Z

rating: 4
Quick and painless way to order all your schoolbooks and have them home delivered with minimum of fuss.

www.thenaturalbabyresource.com

2007-02-09T10:55:02Z

rating: 4
A great website that sells a huge range of baby, child and materity clothes, equipment, toys and accessories.

Cafe Paradiso, Cork

2007-02-11T15:48:01Z

rating: 4
Delicious vegetarian food with good wine in a relaxed environment. What more do ya want?

S is for Silence by Sue Grafton

2007-02-14T06:20:27Z

rating: 2
Disappointing 19th book in the alphabet mystery series.

Writer's Block by Peter Bjorn and John

2007-02-14T07:04:20Z

rating: 4
An album bought on the strength of one track, initially nonplussed, now loving it.

Sleep Wedge Cushion

2007-02-14T08:48:06Z

rating: 5
This simple foam wedge makes sleeping whilst pregnant alot less cumbersome.

Tummy Tub

2007-02-19T23:22:06Z

rating: 4
The bathing bucket that our baby loves!

www.cdworld.ie

2007-03-06T23:33:32Z

rating: 4
Grand, easy to navigate website for cds, dvds, and games.

Test tube Aliens Toy

2007-03-28T21:41:21Z

rating: 1
What a waste of money, crap toy.

Memory of Running by Ron McLarty

2007-03-28T21:59:21Z

rating: 1
Snoozefest book, gave up halfway through reading this.

Elizabeth Arden 8 hour Moisturising Body Treatment

2007-03-28T22:28:43Z

rating: 5
Best body moisturiser I've ever used and it smells great too.

"House" series on Channel 6

2007-03-29T19:51:29Z

rating: 4
Highly entertaining dark humoured medical drama.

The Magic Numbers - "Those the brokes"

2007-03-29T20:58:02Z

rating: 2
Two great catchy tunes do not a great album make, alas.

CSI Facial Reconstruction Kit toy

2007-03-29T21:32:37Z

rating: 3
Expensive for a single use kit.

Nokia 6230i

2007-04-20T14:50:22Z

rating: 3
Grand, easy to use mobile phone with camera but after a year, it has developed a battery draining very quickly problem despite having installed a replacement battery.

BabyDan Playpen

2007-04-20T17:23:48Z

rating: 5
Sturdy, safe, adaptable, practical playpen

Desktop Tower Defense

2007-04-21T15:49:46Z

rating: 4
Stop me playing this totally addictive Flash game.

Anyway up beaker

2007-04-21T17:40:11Z

rating: 4
The only toddler's beaker I've found that doesn't leak.

Sistema Klip-it Lunchbox

2007-04-21T20:03:40Z

rating: 4
Great lunchbox with separate compartments for sandwich, fruit etc.

“We need to talk about Kevin” by Lionel Shriver

2007-04-21T20:47:44Z

rating: 4
Interesting novel narrated from the point of view of a mother of a teenage boy who is imprisoned after killing many fellow students.

Bridge Baron 15

2007-04-21T21:42:57Z

rating: 4
Good comprehensive bridge software for your PC.

Brevi Baby Highchair

2007-04-22T20:35:59Z

rating: 4
Cheap and cheerful highchair that scores well for functionality and durability.

The Time Traveler’s Wife by Audrey Niffenegger

2007-04-22T21:14:14Z

rating: 4
An unusual but very enjoyable love story/time travel novel.

Skin’s Shangri La by Lush

2007-04-23T10:56:32Z

rating: 1
Moisturiser that's just way too smelly for me to use.

Dermalogica's Active Moist moisturiser

2007-04-23T11:09:42Z

rating: 4
Lightweight, oil-free lotion that absorbs quickly and my face loves.

Redken's Outshine Anti-Frizz hair styling milk

2007-04-23T11:27:31Z

rating: 5
Excellent styling conditioner that leads to super shiny and manageable tresses!

Porthouse Tapas & Wine

2007-05-07T15:01:32Z

rating: 4
Good food, good wine, good value and good company.

Heaven's Cakes

2007-05-20T20:26:04Z

rating: 4
Hard to beat for delicious, good value for money cakes and tarts.

Bosch Exxcel Vented Tumble Dryer WTV74104

2007-05-23T20:43:46Z

rating: 4
Big, fast and efficient tumble dryer.

The Brogan Inn, Bandon

2007-05-24T19:56:18Z

rating: 4
Great food, pleasant surroundings and ambience, good value pub grub in Bandon.

Lovin' Leave-in Hair Conditioner By Phillip B

2007-05-31T10:06:47Z

rating: 1
Expensive leave in hair conditioner that didn't work for me

Bosch Classixx Washing Machine WAE 28162

2007-05-31T10:56:11Z

rating: 5
Super 1400rpm, 6kg load, quiet washing machine

Toasted breakfast cereal by Stable diet

2007-06-05T11:38:38Z

rating: 4
Tasty alternative to boring, bland breakfast cereals.

Little Tikes Toddler Gym

2007-06-05T12:37:45Z

rating: 5
Robust, long lasting, great value for money toddler slide and play area