Car seats are important for keeping baby safe during car travel and are one of the first things new parents will buy. At Play Like Mum, we’re all about realism with our dolls prams and pushchairs so we wanted to take that idea and create a replica toy for children to use for their baby […]
Category: Kids Play Ideas
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Why Buy A Double Dolls Pram?
If you’re looking for a special gift for your child or to upgrade their existing dolls pram, have you considered a double dolls pram? A double dolls pram, or twin dolls pram, is ideal for extending a child’s play and their imagination. Keep reading for the double and twin dolls prams we retail at Play […]
Why A Dolls Pram Makes The Ideal Christmas Gift
If you are a parent or grandparent looking for the perfect gift for a child this this year, have you considered a dolls pram? Ideal for kids of all ages, a dolls pram helps fuel the imagination and can provide hours of entertainment over the Christmas period and beyond. At Play Like Mum, we create […]
How to Encourage Imaginative Play in Children and Grandchildren
Toys that develop social skills and encourage imagination are fun for children and essential for their personal development and growth. However, as a growing number of children are now being faced with smartphones and tablets daily, it’s more important now than ever to try and engage your children in imaginative play. In this guide, we’ll […]
When is the Right Time to Start Sensory Play for Babies?
Despite not being able to communicate emotions, when your little bundle of joy is born, they are constantly exploring the world around them. As your baby grows, they’ll be exposed to many different types of play, all of which support their transition through to childhood. Our dolls prams and pushchairs help children develop an imagination […]
How to Extend Children’s Play to Keep Them Entertained for Longer
Playing is not just a fun time for children; it’s how they learn about their environment, how to communicate with their peers and understand how things work. Through play, children learn problem-solving skills and develop their fine and gross motor skills. Making new, meaningful, and engaging play experiences requires thought, energy, time, and planning. Which […]
What is the Role of Adults in Children’s Play?
Children’s playtime is very important in their development, especially during early childhood. During play, children learn more about themselves and the world around them. Children will prefer different types of play in early childhood as they grow through different life stages, but adults still have a role to play through them all. They learn more […]
Why is Children’s Play Important?
There’s no doubt that children love their playtime! From building blocks to doll prams, playing can be an important aspect of a child’s life. Early childhood research shows that children can develop physically, think creatively and gain social skills to help them navigate the world around them. We explore what makes children’s play so important […]
14 of the Best Imaginative Play Toys to Encourage Your Child’s Development
Children are full of creativity and imagination, making each of them unique. You can learn a lot about your child through the toys they play with and what helps them express such imagination. In this guide, we’ll look at how certain toys can help your child’s development and some of the best imaginative play toys […]
How Does Sensory Play Help Children’s Development? Everything You Need to Know!
The pure delight that fills toddlers when it comes to squeezing, splashing, squashing, and smelling all kinds of objects is sometimes hard to understand as a grown-up. This is especially true when it comes to your little ones always getting themselves soaked and looking for the next muddy puddle to jump into! These early childhood […]