different designs and cost from £99 for a chair. To find out more, visit to www.vipkids.co.uk * Fun and funky Elephant beanbags are perfect for snoozing, chilling or jumping on. They come in a variety of colours and cost £99.95; there is also an adult

The New Complete Baby and Toddler Meal Planner has been created specifically for babies and toddlers - but is crammed with delicious meal ideas that cater for the whole family. We particularly love the simple (but very tasty) Spaghetti Primavera. New Complete Baby and Toddler Mea...

Me, You & The Kids Too is an exciting book crammed with recipes that feed parents and children alike. The focus of the book is health, so expect fresh ingredients and lots of healthy sustitutes. With everything covered (from breakfast right through to baked treats), the simple in...

with astonishing surprises…Colours by Patrick George (PatrickGeorge, £8.99)Dont Miss... Our Q&A with PatrickGeorge's Ann ScottWho won Picture Book Of the Year in the Junior Design Awards 2012?

Don’t make the mistake of thinking that one of the world’s finest and most historic hotels is an adults-only affair. Far from it: the Family Heaven package at the iconic Claridge's in Mayfair is just that, making every member of your clan feel suitable spoilt. From handwritten we...

With a prized location right on London’s Piccadilly, The Athenaeum, last year’s winner in our Best UK Family Hotel category, puts young guests first with its brilliant family offering. Stay in the luxury family apartments and enjoy the new Winnie-The-Pooh playroom (with a yummy h...

The pioneer of maternity wear, Blossom was the first brand to combine maternity and non-maternity fashion. Pregnant women look and feel good with in-house collections based on the latest catwalk trends covering work wear, party wear, accessories, yoga clothes and underwear. Bloss...

Named after Roald Dahl's imaginary crocodile, 'NotSoBig' opened in North London's Highgate Village in June 2000 and has long been a destination shop for fashion conscious Londoners seeking unique children's style and exemplary personal service. The NotSoBig philosophy is based on...

The first-ever Mothercare store opened its doors in 1961. Since then, it's been kitting out parents with all the trappings of modern parenthood. And, on the sartorial side, history has run a colourful course, from the natty fashions of the early days to recent celebrity collabora...

According to safe baby carrying guidelines, your baby should be close enough to kiss. German company Manduca have taken this message on board, creating a soft-stuctured carrier that keeps your baby snuggled up close. An anatomically shaped waist strap and padded shoulder straps e...