“I was always a water baby,” says Rebecca. “Every family holiday there would be a big group of us, with the children spending practically every waking moment in the pool. I loved being in the water and was always pleading with my mum, ‘Please can we

, tummy pains, headaches and nightmares might all be clues.Set an exampleAnxiety can be infectious and even runs in families, so if you wear your fears on your sleeve your child may pick up on how you respond to fears and anxiety. To break the cycle, don

. His own little pats will gradually become big, lusty splashes – to his immense delight. Introduce him to tipping and pouring with bath toys or plastic cups and beakers in a washing-up bowl. ToddlersDo the washing up! A shallow bowl of water and a

With a spoon that snaps into place on the top of the lid, this handy feeding bowl will appeal to the organised traveller. The spoon itself has a soft tip and a chunky shape that makes it easy for little hands to hold.Weaning Set £4 by Vital Baby.

W&O specialise in creating unforgettable family holidays around the globe – here are some of their fantastic family travel tips. Whether it’s travelling by steam train through Sri Lanka, snorkelling in the warm seas of the Seychelles, or horse

Managing Director's top tips on travelling with children.Discover who won the Best Family Tour Operator category of the Junior Design Awards 2012.

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and is comfortably padded to ensure a safe and smooth ride for a child up to around three-and-a-half years.Maxi-Cosi Pearl from £175Find out about Maxi-Cosi's other Junior Design Award-winning car seat.Who won our award for Best Family Car?Check out... our top tips