‘That was quick' parents gasp as new Peppa Pig baby toys hit major high-street chain and many say kids will ‘love' them
LESS than 24 hours after Mummy Pig gave birth to her third child, a major high-street chain has released a new range of Peppa Pig baby toys.
So if your little one can't get enough of the popular cartoon, then you've come to the right place.
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Just hours after Mummy Pig welcomed her pale-pink bundle of joy into the world at the high profile Lindo Wing in London, now Smyths Toys has launched a brand new collection of toys featuring the highly-anticipated arrival - baby Evie.
One savvy shopper was overjoyed to see the new-in bargains and eagerly raced to social media to alert others, leaving many totally stunned.
Posting on Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK, a private Facebook group with 2.6 million members, Amber Morrish uploaded a screenshot of the new buys, which start from £9.99.
Alongside her post, Amber explained: 'If your little ones or yourself are part of the hype for the new arrival to the Peppa Pig family, Smyths already have toys in!!'
Not only are there huge plush sets featuring the new baby Evie, who arrived yesterday at 5:34am, but there's also a 16 piece play house too.
Shoppers will be able to get their hands on the Peppa Pig Interactive Oinks & Snuggles Baby Evie Doll, which is priced at £29.99 and has over 20 sound effects.
There's also a Peppa Pig Figures Peppa's Family of Five Set with Baby Evie, which is just £9.99.
The set contains the whole family, alongside baby Evie in her carrier.
As well as this, parents will also see the new Peppa Pig Playset Peppa and Baby Evie's Park Fun, which is also under £10.
The £9.99 buy sees baby Evie and Peppa Pig ready for the park in matching outfits, inspired by the much-loved TV show.
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But if you're after a super special gift for your child's birthday, you'll want to check out Peppa Pig's Big Family House Playset with Baby Evie, which is available to buy for £39.99.
Thanks to this buy, your little darling is sure to have hours of fun, with three bedrooms, a bathroom, living room, kitchen with a fridge that opens and a garage with a door that lifts.
But that's not all, as there's also a Peppa Pig Peppa's Big Family Car with Baby Evie for £19.99.
Peppa Pig legacy
PEPPA Pig first aired in 2004 and has since been broadcast in 180 territories and translated into 40 languages.
Now it's spawned books, toys and even two theme parks, with the global Peppa empire now worth over £1billion.
Creators Neville Astley and Mark Baker admitted they were initially worried the idea would never get off the ground, and that people at first, were bored of the idea.
Astley explained: "People in the pub would ask us, 'What are you drawing?' We'd say, 'A pig, called Peppa, it's going to be big'.
'They'd lose interest and wander off."
The iconic family car has been given an upgrade with this buy and kids can open the doors, boot and bonnet and will even find all of baby Evie's baby gear inside.
Not only this, but kids are sure to love the Peppa Pig Five Pack Family Plush with Baby Evie, which is £29.99.
According to those at Smyths Toys, these 'super soft' plush toys are the 'perfect size to cuddle and take anywhere'.
They're also 'ideal for storytelling and playing with friends and siblings.'
And to top things off, you'll also find the Peppa Pig Peppa and Baby Evie Wooden Play House - but it'll set shoppers back £69.99.
The exclusive wooden buy comes complete with 18 accessories and nine rooms to explore, and according to those at Smyths Toys, it 'encourages imagination and creative nurturing play'.
Bargain hunters beam
Facebook users were clearly left open-mouthed by the new toys, as Amber's post has quickly racked up 119 likes and 298 comments in just 15 hours.
What to watch out for when buying toys online
HERE are the British Toy and Hobby Association's top tips for buying toys online:
Shop early. Don't leave purchases to the last minute rush which might leave you fewer options of where to buy from.
Check out third-party sellers. Look for sellers you recognise and trust. Be cautious of retailers you don't know and do your research checking reviews and where they're based.
Go for branded toys. Try and choose a branded toy as then you can compare it to the manufacturer's own website to check it's legit.
Be careful of going for the cheapest price. If something looks too good to be true, it probably is.
Check if there are any age restrictions. Make sure you give suitable toys to children based on their age.
Check reviews carefully. Some reviews are fake so look carefully at the comments.
Stay with children at first. When your child opens a toy for the first time, stay with them and check for faults, detachable small parts, access to stuffing and loose or accessible batteries or magnets.
Not only did many 'need' the new baby Evie bargains, but others were stunned by how "quick" they had hit shelves.
One person said: 'That was quick.'
Another added: 'Oh I love it!'
A third commented: 'I'll be bankrupt.'
At the same time, someone else beamed: 'That's actually too cute.'
Meanwhile, another observed: 'They aren't that bad priced.'
Not only this, but one happy shopper beamed: 'Baby Evie doll is really good, we got it today and my little one loves it.'
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