Fonio Salad
This recipe is a tribute to fonio (available online), an ancient (heritage) grain native to West Africa. It is considered a “superfood”…
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Five ways to help your child fall in love with nature for life…
Expert tips from Emma Tolley, Early Years Programme Director for the Nature Connections Programme at The Eden Project. Model it.??·
A Mums Review of Axkid One 3
New campaign launched as study reveals UK is “lagging behind” in car seat safety As a mum of a busy toddler, the…
Parents should encourage structure and independence around food to support children’s healthy eating
New research from Aston University has shone a light on the best ways for parents to encourage healthy eating in their children.·
Knights Clash and Fun Reigns as Henry VIII’s Joust Returns to Hampton Court Palace
Henry VIII’s Joust: 12 – 13 July and 19 – 20 July 2025 The roar of hooves and the clash of lances…
Moving. Learning. Playing.
Introducing LeapMove – where exercise meets education You’re on a mission to get the kids learning and moving. They’re on a mission…
Child sleep specialist: top tips for tired parents to get the little ones to bed without toddler tantrums
Ask any parent and they’ll tell you: toddlers and bedtime go together like glitter and carpets – chaotic, frustrating, and nearly impossible…
Medical Experts Recommended Activities During the Summer Holidays
During August, the UK’s 10.6 million school pupils are out of school for the summer holidays, and with that comes many parents…
Zest Science: A New Frontier in Fertility & Reproductive Health
Zest Science offers a pioneering Functional Age Test—a comprehensive, at-home evaluation that reveals your body’s true biological age by integrating blood, digital,…
Tesco Baby & Toddler Event
Now until 5 August 2025 Tesco Baby & Toddler Zone Tesco’s latest Baby & Toddler Event brings together essential products for newborns,…
Screen Free Holiday?
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First UK school installs AI chatbot to support pupils at risk of grooming and exploitation
Overton Grange School in Sutton, becomes first to trial ‘Quinly’ – an AI chatbot that offers students private support and links to…
New Lakeside Sauna & Wild Swim Experience at The Nest
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Legoland Windsor tickets just got cheaper with this new pass – but you’ll have to be quick to get it
If you’re planning family days out this summer, there’s one deal that truly stands out: the LEGOLAND® Windsor Play Pass. For just…
Theme park reveals Vengeance Most Fowl extension to Wallace & Gromit ride
A Lancashire theme park has announced exciting updates to one of its most popular rides following the success of the most recent…
The Formula for the Ultimate Dog-Friendly Holiday
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Baby and toddler activities in London this week: Tiny Tales Takeover
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Review: SmartGames’ Compact Travel Games — Fun & Brainpower On the Go!
As the travel season kicks off, SmartGames delivers a suitcase-friendly solution for keeping minds active and entertained with its newest additions to…
Mum’s Review of Love to Dream™ SS25 Sleepwear Collection
As a mum of two (a newborn and a rambunctious toddler), I can confidently say the new Spring/Summer 2025 collection from Love…
10 of the best family-friendly bike trails to explore across England
New research from child’s toy experts, Outdoor Toys, has analysed trail data to find the number of mountain bike trails in England…
Aldi’s Back to School Range Returns from just £1.50
Getting ready for the new school year just got easier, and more affordable, as Aldi returns with its popular Back to School…
England’s most family-friendly beach areas to explore this summer
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The Horton, Epsom’s unique arts venue, opens its gardens for performances for the first time this Summer
The Horton, Epsom’s unique arts venue, housed in the Grade II-listed building formerly Horton Chapel, will open its gardens for the first…
Brighton Marina to host free Mindful Monster trail this summer
Brighton Marina has announced that it will be hosting a family-friendly trail throughout summer from June 21st, with families invited to find…
Nick Cope live review: I’ve lost my bobble hat tour
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Flash Sale! Book by 30th June and save up to 30% on September stays at IDILIQ Hotels & Resorts
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What are the Essentials for a New Baby
One of our reviewers is having a second baby and is writing review articles about “What the essential Are”. Drawing from the…
The UK’s best farm parks for a family day trip this weekend
Farm parks often bring back happy memories of playing in the mud, petting billy goats, and trying with all our might to…
Winchester welcomes a summer season of family fun
This summer, Winchester is the place to be for families seeking adventures and hands-on discovery. The city and surrounding attractions across the…
BI-TOPIA To Open at Seven Dials Playhouse
Charging across the battlefield into the bedroom, join Sam on a hilarious military mission as he navigates LGBTQ+ identity, masculinity, discrimination and…
Knights Clash and Fun Reigns as Henry VIII’s Joust Returns to Hampton Court Palace
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Experience the legacy of Disney as Disney On Ice presents Find Your Hero returns to the UK
Tickets go on pre-sale Friday 6th June and general sale on Friday 13th June 2025 Disney On Ice returns with a brand-new…
A Mum’s Review: Janod’s Cross Roads Play Mats – A Magical World of Learning and Imagination!
If you’re looking for a toy that combines creativity, learning, and hours of screen-free fun, I highly recommend the Janod Cross Roads…
Mum’s Review: Nature’s Repair Balm by Green Therapy
As a mum, I’m always on the lookout for gentle, natural products that actually work—especially when it comes to my kids’ sensitive…
20-year-old Berkshire cat is the poster girl for Mature Moggies
A 20-year-old tabby from Newbury is the poster girl for Mature Moggies Day, an initiative to encourage more people to adopt senior…
Six Weeks of Forest Fun at RHS Gardens Summer 2025
From den building with the Woodland Tribe to survival skills and woodland craft This summer holiday, the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has…
Family Days Out July: Here Are the UK’s Best Theme Parks for 2025
As the countdown to the summer holidays begins and temperatures start to rise, families across the UK are gearing up for fun-filled…
Ubiquinol – From Egg Freezing To IVF
The Fertility Nutrient Men And Women Need To Know About. The surge in social freezing Egg freezing for non-medical reasons increasingly known…
10 of the Best Toddler Raincoats
Here are 10 of the best toddler raincoats available in the UK right now. You have to plan for rain in the…
Sharp Decline in Parents Reading to Children Raises Alarms over Language Development
Image source New report reveals parents aren’t reading to their children. Preply finds many parents aren’t even talking to their babies at…
Cambridge is the perfect spot for a weekend staycation.
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Escape to Paradise offer with up to 50% Off
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The Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2025 Top 5 Children’s Shows
The Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2025, this year is full of fantastic new shows for the whole family. How To Train Your Robot…
Jamie Oliver Calls for Dyslexia Screening in Every Primary School
This Screening Startup Has Already Reached 300 in Less Than Eight Months As Channel 4’s documentary spotlights the UK’s broken dyslexia screening…
Errol’s Garden A musical for children aged 3-8 and their Grown-ups
This summer, Golden Toad Theatre will release an audio musical and cast album for Errol’s Garden. The acclaimed family musical for children…
Summer Holidays 2025 At Polka Theatre – Fun For All The Family
The Boy With Wings – World Premiere Of The Adaptation Of Sir Lenny Henry’s Book In The Main Theatre, 21 June –…
Fred Supports Child Safety Week 2025, as the Need for Home Safety has Never Been Greater
Fred’s iconic and innovative range of stairgates assures families safety and peace of mind This Child Safety Week (2nd-9th June), the award-winning…
Aldi’s sell-out School Uniform Bundle is Back
The supermarket’s sell-out Back to School bundle is frozen at £5 for the fourth year in a row The offering is available…
Outdoor Classrooms on the Rise: Woodlands.co.uk Helps Forest School Create Space to Grow
With a growing recognition that not every young person thrives in a traditional classroom environment, outdoor education is becoming a vital solution.…
Young fans of Hey Duggee can meet their favourite big friendly dog at The Watercress Line
Young fans of the CBeebies’ favourite big friendly dog, Duggee, will have the chance to meet their hero and enjoy some Hey…
Father’s Day gift ideas
Father’s Day gift ideas for adventurous dads from Red Equipment Ready for anything with Red Equipment This Father’s Day, treat Dad to…
Expert shares fun ways to keep children hydrated this Spring/Summer
With summer approaching and temperatures on the rise, ensuring children stay properly hydrated is a key concern for parents and early years…
New Range of Cute Dolls
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Kids go free to over 50 top London theatre shows this summer with return of Kids Week
Over 50 top London shows are taking part in Kids Week, Society of London Theatre’s annual audience development initiative Kids aged 17…
How much screen time should I let my children have?
Quality matters more than time limits, says neuroscientist As parents, it’s tough to figure out what’s really best for kids when it…
Mum’s Review of Good4U Functional Meal Toppers for Kids
As a mum of two young (and very fussy) eaters, I’m always on the lookout for ways to sneak more goodness into…
The Big Lunch gets tails and chins wagging at Battersea Power Station
With one week to go until the nation’s biggest celebration of neighbourhoods and communities, national treasure Angela Rippon hosted a special Big…
Paw Patrol Live! “The Great Pirate Adventure”
SETTING SAIL NEXT MONTH FOR A HUGE UK TOUR! The Pack is back with an Exciting Interactive Show Tickets on sale now!·
Newbie New UK Store Opening in the Royal Borough of Windsor
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Pip and Posy Play at the Palace now open at Blenheim Palace
Blenheim Palace has announced that Pip and Posy Play at the Palace is now open within its immersive Adventure Play area, welcoming…
Wandsworth Arts Fringe Children & families
From 6 to 22 June, leap into Wandsworth Arts Fringe – a world where there’s something for everyone, including brand-new theatre, experimental…
THE ULTIMATE AWARD-WINNING TITANIC EXHIBITION IS COMING TO LONDON
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Horniman Museum and Gardens June to August 2025 Listings
Visit our free galleries – the World Gallery, Music Gallery and Natural History Pop-up display in The Studio – no advance booking…
Best family canal boat holiday escapes into the countryside this summer
Canal boat holidays on Britain’s beautiful inland waterways offer the chance for families to escape into the countryside this summer for a…
Afro-Cuban Dance Festival
11 to 13 July 2025 Acosta Dance Centre Royal Arsenal, Woolwich, South East London Dancers with any level of experience are invited…
Family adventures at Wakehurst this May half-term
Images left-right: Coronation Meadow, Ollie Dixon © RBG Kew; Wild Wood, Visual Air © RBG Kew; Mud Kitchen, Ollie Dixon © RBG…
5 Signs Your Child May Be Anxious About Exams
With GCSE and A-Level exams in the UK and Leaving Certificate exams in Ireland now in full swing, education experts are highlighting…
Free Expert-Led Sleep Webinars
With a proud legacy of promoting safer sleep, Angelcare is extending its care beyond the nursery, by offering a series of free…
Thousands of children are turning to Childline to seek help for Anger issues
New data shows that the NSPCC-service delivered close to 3,000 counselling sessions about the issue, online and over the phone, which is…
Dr. Brown’s Weaning Wonders!
Weaning Week 12th -16th May 2025 Introducing solids to your baby is an exciting, yet sometimes daunting milestone for both babies and…
Six ways Motorhomes Support Neurodivergent families
Built-in Quiet Space Motorhomes provide an ever-present, private space that’s easy to retreat into when a child needs a break. Whether you’re…
UK Mums Are Suffering in Silence
A new survey of over 1,300* new and expectant mums from the BabyCentre community reveals that three out of four have experienced…
Free Things to Do in the UK Over May Half Term 2025
The May half term (Monday 26 May to Friday 30 May 2025) is a perfect opportunity to enjoy family-friendly activities across the…
Lets Get Growing! National Children’s Gardening Week returns this May to inspire budding gardeners
Calling all young nature lovers! National Children’s Gardening Week is back from 24 May – 1 June 2025, proudly supported by National…
Out & About May Half-term 2025
Celebrate with Thomas the Tank Engine at The Watercress Line this May half-term. All aboard! Don’t miss out on a very special…
Toddler Hay Fever
Hay fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis) typically develops in children aged 2 years and older, because it takes time for the immune system…
Understanding Baby and Toddler Heat Rash: Causes, Treatment, and Nighttime Dressing Tips
As temperatures rise in the UK, babies and toddlers become more susceptible to heat rash, also known as prickly heat. This common…
Travelling with your Dog
The UK sees 11,000 searches a month for ‘dog friendly holidays’. New research from cottages.com reveals Penzance, Cornwall, as the most dog…
Dimensions partners with The Big Cat Sanctuary to champion Autism-Friendly Experiences
Not-for-profit support provider Dimensions has given The Big Cat Sanctuary an Autism-Friendly Award, recognising the charity’s commitment to supporting its autistic visitors…
UK’s FIRST EVER Bluey cereal to hit supermarket shelves
Kellogg’s adds Bluey Multigrain Cereal to its children’s range Partnership with TV sensation, Bluey, marks its cereal debut in the UK The…
Essential Tips to keep Children’s Skin safe this Summer
Britons are actively choosing not to use sun cream, increasing the risk of developing the UK’s deadliest skin cancer, melanoma. However, for…
Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition
BOOKING FOR A STRICTLY LIMITED 14 WEEK RUN, UNTIL 29th JUNE 2025 Tutankhamun: The Immersive Exhibition has officially opened its doors at…
Best family beaches revealed ahead of ‘mini-heatwave’
New index data names Brighton as the most family-friendly beach in England and Wales A new analysis has crowned Brighton as home…
Asda and Aldi are running their Baby & Toddler Events in April 2025
Ssignificant savings on a wide range of essentials for parents and caregivers. Asda Baby & Toddler Event – April 2025 Asda’s Baby…
Revolutionising Baby Food: Kent Farmer’s Patent Challenges Over-Processed Pouches Ahead of Panorama Exposé
A major conversation is set to erupt next week following the BBC Panorama documentary The Truth About Baby Food Pouches, airing on…
Sweet Dreams for Little Ones: Thoughtful Sleep Gifts from Love to Dream™
Looking for the perfect gift that goes beyond toys and treats? Love to Dream™ has curated a range of sleep essentials designed…
SPLAT! Bursts onto the Stage: A Riot of Colour, Comedy, and Creativity for Kids Across the UK
This summer, family theatre gets a vibrant makeover as SPLAT!, a high-energy, wordless physical comedy about art and creativity, hits the road…
Chicco Next2Me Armonia Review: A Beautiful Blend of Style, Safety & Sleep Support
The Chicco Next2Me Armonia is a thoughtful, stylish, and deeply practical bedside crib that brings new meaning to the phrase “sleeping side…
Families Out & About May 2025
Outdoor cinema returns to Braintree Village next month Braintree Village is set to welcome back it’s open-air cinema for the late May…
“I’m a clinical expert, and this is why kids should be allowed to play video games through exam season”
Around 6 million children across the UK will spend the Easter holidays revising for exams – but experts say video games shouldn’t…
beWILDerwood Cheshire review: A truly enchanging Easter day out
We had the most wonderful day at beWILDerwood Cheshire this Easter. It was truly like stepping into a storybook! Nestled in the…
Baby sleep Experts Reveal All-new Bedding for Little Ones
Snüz in Style this Spring Snüz, the iconic sleep brand behind the bestselling SnüzPod bedside crib, is thrilled to unveil its brand-new…
Splash About Launches Redesigned Go Splash Swim Vest for Summer 2025
Now with a New Anti-Rise Safety Strap for Enhanced Comfort & Security Build water confidence, boost swim skills, and travel light!·
The Big Bahooey Three days of circus and street performance comes to Hampton Court Palace!
24, 25, 26 May 2025, tickets available at hrp.org.uk From 24-26 May, the spectacular gardens at Hampton Court Palace will be transformed…
Weaning made easy: Expert-approved recipes you and baby can enjoy together
The weaning phase is an exciting milestone for parents, as not only is it part of their baby’s growth and development, but…
The Big Lunch invites children across the UK to enjoy magical rainforest food story live from Eden Project biomes
The Eden Project in Cornwall is offering children UK-wide the unique opportunity to step into its magical rainforest biome from the comfort…
Easter and spring events in and around Bury St Edmunds
Escape to the cathedral town of Bury St Edmunds in the heart of Suffolk this Easter. With an array of family events,…
Spring at Kent Life Heritage Farm Park
Spring is in the air at Kent Life Heritage Farm Park, so come and celebrate the season with an exciting lineup of…
KIDS GO FREE at Crazy Boules
Crazy Boules brings a fresh spin to social gaming with an exciting new location at the Mercato Metropolitano space in Elephant &…
Outdoor learning in Urban Environments: fuelling skills development
Sarah Holyoake, Head of Early Years and Jenny McLeod – Deputy Head Co-Curricular (11-18), Stephen Perse Cambridge Spending time outdoors has well-established…