Priding itself on being both directional and wearable, Ladybird at Littlewoods Spring/Summer 2012 is inspired by the playfulness and youthful spirit of the circus with tutu's, gingham check playsuits and eccentric  printed jumpsuits. Value for money

Celebrate the season of mists and mellowness with our bumper October edition. Highlights this month include:* The art of roughhousing Why every child needs lively physical play* Hip hallowe'en Treats, eats and ghostly gear* Art appreciation Why art

A weekend VIP family package, which includes bathrobes, bubble bath, teddy bears, board games like Kerplunk and Hungry Hippos, PlayStation 3 and Nintendo Wii is the perfect excuse to visit the Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel on London’s Cadogan Square

by high street label, H&M, on the site.The release of the playful All for Children collection marks the first time that H&M has been sold anywhere other than it’s own retail sites.Don't miss watching the fun, fashion film made using the collectionRead more

early language learning, with a helping paw from the iconic Japanese character and playful pals. Word definitions are written with the worldview of young children in mind, the alphabet is listed on the edge of each page and suitably sweet illustrations

Wars, and sets are delivered to your room to play with during your stay.Prices start from £279 per room, per night. For details, tel: 01647 445000; www.boveycastle.comRead more...Boutique living in BabbacombeHighly Commended Best Family Holiday 2012

parkland by bike or on horseback and play tennis or five-a-side football. If the weather turns, a 20-metre indoor pool awaits in the spa, where parents can also indulge in a pampering treatment. Prices start from £695 per night for a deluxe room, based

, space is the final frontier. So prepare your rockets and get ready for lift offTum Da Dum TumPlacing your baby on their back to sleep is still the safest option, but there's no better way for them to explore and play than spending time on their tummies

piano, child-size electric guitar and – not for the faint-hearted – a drum set.There was also a delightful array of pretend play toys and games to inspire your child's imagination, including make-your-own jewellery sets, a mini pink sewing machine, a

from my favourite TV programme. The Good Doctor, played by Matt Smith, was there himself (what do you think of my sartorial homage to him? Not bad, eh?) along with his sidekick, my favourite Amy Pond aka Karen Gillan, looking very glam. There was a real