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From First Crawl to First Steps: Home Safety Essentials for Growing Families

Discover practical babyproofing tips and home safety essentials for growing families, from first crawl to first steps. Learn which hazards parents often overlook and explore products to help keep curious toddlers safe.

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What Is a Treasure Basket? A Simple Sensory Play Idea Your Baby Will Love

If you’ve ever noticed your baby ignoring their toys and heading straight for the wooden spoon or a random household object… you’re not alone.

A treasure basket is one of the simplest (and most effective) ways to tap into that natural curiosity — and it’s something I’ve been using for over 20 years, both in nurseries and at home with my own children.

In this guide, I’ll walk...

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Screen Time and Sleep: What Parents Need to Know About Babies and Toddlers

For many parents, screens can feel like both a blessing and a battle.

A quick video while you make dinner, reply to a message, or simply catch your breath can sometimes feel like the only realistic option. So when advice around screen time comes up, it can easily leave parents feeling guilty or judged.

But the conversation around screens and sleep does not need to be about blame. It...

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End the “Bounce Back” Era: One in Four Gen Z Mums Say Body Image Impacts Bonding With Baby

A new UK survey from Emma’s Diary reveals that body image pressures are significantly affecting new mums, particularly those under 30. With many reporting anxiety, low confidence and unrealistic expectations around post-baby recovery, experts are calling for a shift away from “bounce back” culture towards more supportive and realistic postpartum care.

How Does Body Image Affect New Mums...

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LeapFrog’s Spring/Summer 2026 Toys: Educational Learning Toys for Babies, Toddlers and Preschoolers

If you're looking for educational toys that support early learning through play, LeapFrog’s Spring/Summer 2026 collection introduces several new interactive toys designed for babies, toddlers and preschool children.

Known for combining technology, music and curriculum-inspired learning, LeapFrog’s latest range focuses on helping children build confidence, develop early language and...

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Why Your Child Isn’t Sleeping Through the Night

And the Surprisingly Simple Fixes Parents Often Miss

If bedtime in your house feels more like a battleground than a wind-down, you’re not alone. Broken sleep is one of the biggest stress points for families with young children, impacting everything from parental wellbeing and mental health to focus, mood and daily routines.

Many parents quietly worry their child is a “bad sleeper” —...

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The Time Saving Tech Every Parent Needs

Because parents shouldn’t have to wait What time-saving baby tech actually makes a difference for parents?

When you’re in the thick of newborn life — especially during night feeds and endless washing cycles — time feels incredibly precious. Many parents ask the same question:

What baby products genuinely save time, not just promise to?

We’ve all heard the phrase work smarter...

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Step. Drop. Done! The no-touch nappy bin that every family needs

Nappy changes happen around the clock and when you’re doing them multiple times a day (and night), the last thing you need is extra fuss. That’s where the Korbell Eco Nappy Bin comes in. Quiet, hands-free and easy-to-use, it’s designed to slot seamlessly into daily life, helping to keep your home clean, simple, and stress-free - all part of making family life easier, just as parenting...

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Are Eggs Nature’s Brain Food? What Science Says About Child Development

When it comes to nutrition in pregnancy and early childhood, advice can often feel overwhelming. Even confident parents can find messages around what babies and children “should” be eating contradictory or constantly changing.

My own background is in childcare, early years and child development, which meant I felt fairly relaxed about pregnancy, baby and toddler nutrition. It was a...

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Toddler Meal Prep: Simple Ways to Make Mealtimes Easier

If there is one universal truth about raising toddlers , it is that they are always hungry. Not in a predictable way either. One minute they are fine and the next minute they are having a huger triggered meltdown. This is exactly why toddler meal prep can feel like a lifeline — one of those small systems that genuinely helps with making family life easier during the toddler years. It is not...

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Bag Your Bargain Baby Essentials!

ebebek’s best Winter Sale that parents don’t want to miss

The start of the new year is the perfect opportunity for parents and parents-to-be to get organised, plan ahead and stock up on the baby essentials needed for the months ahead. With generous savings across stores this winter, ebebek is helping families feel prepared and confident as they head into the year, offering great value on...