Mums go wild for ‘perfect' Home Bargains buys that keep kids cool on hot days & a £7.99 item is great for ‘endless fun'
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PARENTS are raving about 'perfect' buys from Home Bargains that will keep little ones cool on hot days.
So with the weather heating up and the weekend right around the corner, if you're searching for cheap buys that are perfect for summer, you've come to the right place.
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Parents are racing to their nearest Home Bargains store, desperate to nab affordable finds that are great for summer
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They will keep youngsters cool on warm days
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They'll sure to provide endless summer fun too
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This Water Slide Wipeout is a real steal
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Thanks to Home Bargains, kids are now sure to have 'endless summer fun', without parents needing to break the bank.
The much-loved chain took to social media to give users a close-up look at the new-in buys, which start from just £7.99.
Not only will you find paddling pools galore, but there's even a water slide and sprinkler too.
Posting on Instagram, Home Bargains shared a post of the new summer buys and wrote: 'It's gettin' hot out here… so grab a pool and chill like a pro! 😎💦'
They also added: 'We've got plenty in store ready to cool you down!'
Shoppers will now be able to get their hands on the Bestway Fantastic Aquarium Play Center for only £24.99.
It's suitable for children aged two and above and includes a slide, water sprayer and sea creature designs.
According to those at Home Bargains, it's 'ideal for endless splashing fun.'
There's also a Family Lounge Pool, which has two seats and two cupholders.
It's great for fun for all the family and priced at just £12.99, we think it's a real steal.
Mum shares the £64.99 paddling pool that won't leave you puffed out blowing it up & it's perfect for the warm weather
Not only this, but there's also a Splash Down Inflatable Water Slide that's just £8.99.
It's great for having fun in the sun, but it comes complete with the slide, two inflatable slide boards, two ground anchors and two repair patches.
5 things you didn't know about Home Bargains Home Bargains was founded by Tom Morris It's official name is TJ Morris Ltd but trades as Home Bargains The first store was opened in Liverpool in 1976 Around 30% of the stores range comprises clearance lines There are 575 stores nationwide
And if you thought that was it, think again, as the Splash Down Inflatable Palm Tree Sprinkler is one you won't want to miss.
It's priced at just £7.99, is said to be 'easy to inflate' and has been hailed as great for "endless summer fun' whilst 'keeping kids cool.'
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To complete your haul of high-street goodies, you'll even find a Bunch O Balloons Water Slide Wipeout for £14.99.
Thanks to this purse-friendly product which is made from recycled materials, your youngsters will be able to 'dive into fun' with water balloons and a thrilling slide.
But you'll need to head down to your nearest store - and fast - to nab these bargain buys, as many of them are already sold out online.
Social media users beam
Instagram users were left beaming with the affordable finds and many eagerly raced to the comments to share their thoughts.
One person said: 'Perfect for this weather.'
Five ways to keep your kids cool in the heat
IT can be really difficult - and costly - to keep kids cool when it's hot outside. But Fabulous Digital Senior Reporter and mum-of-two Sarah Bull shares five ways to help, and they won't break the budget either.
Strip them off
It might sound simple, but stripping kids off at home can really help them regulate their temperature when it's warm outside. Just remember to regularly apply suncream, as more of their skin will be exposed to the sun.
Cool down bedrooms before nighttime
When it's hot outside, it can be difficult for kids to go to sleep - especially if their bedroom feels like an oven. If you have a room that's not in direct sunshine, keep the windows open to let in a breeze. It's also a good idea to keep the curtains closed, to prevent the room from heating up.
Wear a hat
Another simple technique, but one that really works. Make sure that if your kids are playing outside, they've got a hat on. It keeps their face and head shielded from the sun, and also helps if you've got a little one who struggles with bright sunlight. If your tot struggles to keep a hat on, try one with a strap that goes under the chin to help.
Avoid the car
The car can be one of the hottest places during a heatwave, and often takes a long time to cool down. If you have the option, it's better to stay at home rather than taking kids out anywhere in a hot car.
Stay hydrated
This is always important, but even more so in a heatwave. Make sure you're regularly reminding your kids to have a drink, and top them up with cool liquids whenever you can. Use ice too to ensure it's as cold as it can possibly be.
Another added: 'Need this badly.'
A third commented: 'We're ready.'
Meanwhile, one parent beamed: 'Bought the first one my little boy, [he] loves it. Great value for money.'
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