so it doesn’t leak; homeopathic remedies, lavender oil (it’s multipurpose for healing and soothing)Portable DVD playerIpodTravel WashSarongs and pashminas – both have many usesThe lightest possible buggyAnd for what not to pack

There's really no need to load yourself up with the following:Inflatable beach toys, buckets and spades – buy them when you get thereToo many nappies – dittoBananas – will go black and squishy on the planeToys with small parts – they’ll get lost under the seat and you'll end up i...

? Nature. There is no better designer out there. I look to human anatomy and natural solutions for my design problems. What influences came into play when designing the Poco Premium? Twenty three years ago I adapted an old Gerry Baby pack so that I could

Too-wit too-woo, who could resist this gorgeous crew of cute creatures? What's more, they will encourage your child's artistic talents as they come flat-packed, so your child can get to work with glue and scissors to bring them to life. Made from

What’s your earliest food memory? The breast of my mother. What foods did you like and dislike as a child? There were no foods that I can remember disliking. All my mother’s food was delicious. What did you eat for school dinners? My mother used

If you’re taking a holiday with grandparents, www.grannylook.com should be your first stop, as it’s packed with tips and advice.“Most children don’t care whether they’re playing on a beach in Florida or Norfolk,” says website founder Juliet Hambro

and babysitting can also be arranged.From £329 per person per week, excluding flight, with a £50 discount for children under 12.Tel: 0870 0687030 or visit www.rudechalets.comOur Ski & activity section has plenty more ideas for a fun time on the slopes.

Book Of The Year 2012?Barefoot Books World Atlas by Nick Crane and David Dean (Barefoot Books, £14.99)

1.    If you discover that your child is being bullied, don’t rush off to confront the bully, the bully’s parents or the head teacher at the school. This approach can cause the bullying to get worse. 2.    Listen to your child as objectively

the stairs, as well as all mod cons to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Read what happened when Smart Boy About Town Joe Bloggs visited Bruern Cottages and find out who was Highly Commended in our Best Family Holiday category.For more brilliant