Making Life Easier for Parents

Context Overview

Mamas & Papas is a much-loved baby brand, based in Huddersfield, UK. They are a major designer and manufacturer of products aimed at new parents. This context asks you to consider ‘Making life easier for parents’.

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Two baby bottles with silicone nipples in soft focus, set against a warm red background.

Links to the National Curriculum

This resource covers the full design, make and evaluate process, while also incorporating investigate and evaluate activities and relevant focused tasks. It includes product design, furniture design and textiles, with a strong focus on ergonomics and manufacturing, and integrates CAD, CAM, modelling, rapid prototyping, manufacturing processes, maths and science, and visual and technical communication.

Hands demonstrating a reusable cloth nappy with removable absorbent insert

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