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Easter is just around the corner – and what better way to celebrate the festive mood than with creative projects? At Petite Amélie, we believe that Easter is the perfect time to craft with kids and create unforgettable moments together.

Reading and playing plays a vital role in a child's development by stimulating their imagination, enriching their vocabulary, and opening the doors to unknown worlds.

Gently and safely guide your little one into their “big bed” with our helpful tips. In our latest blog post, we share practical advice to make this important milestone a positive and stress-free step towards your child’s growing independence.

Discover the baby room trends for 2025: Create a modern, calming space with Japandi style, trendy colours like greige, and multifunctional furniture. Learn how to achieve gender-neutral, sustainable decor and create the perfect ambience for your newborn.

Christmas 2024 is just around the corner, and for parents, that means it’s time to start planning for the perfect Christmas toys that will bring magic and joy to the big day. With so many choices on the market, finding the best children's Xmas presents can feel overwhelming. But don’t worry—we’ve got you covered with this curated list of the top toys for Christmas that your kids are bound to love! Whether it’s imaginative play, encouraging movement, or inspiring creativity, this guide has everything from timeless wooden toys to engaging, open-ended play options.

With the festive season fast approaching, the search for the perfect Christmas gifts for kids begins. For parents and grandparents, the opportunity to pick up beautiful, quality gifts during Black Friday can make a huge difference, not just to your budget but to your peace of mind! This year, Petite Amélie is offering exclusive Black Friday Christmas gifts for kids and incredible Christmas tree deals to help you get ahead of the season with ease and style.

Everyone warns you, but it isn’t until your baby is here that you realise just how much stuff your little bundle has! Of course, purchasing all of the latest parenting gadgets is optional – after all, all babies really need is a loving home. However, tired parents will try anything when it comes to getting their little one to sleep or keeping them occupied.

Creating a magical nursery can be a wonderful experience for expectant parents, calming their nerves and allowing them to channel their excitement into creative energy. Having a beautiful space in the home ready for their impending arrival can be a great source of comfort during pregnancy, especially if the mummy-to-be is feeling a little nervous!

In this post, we highlight the importance of sustainable toys, choosing wooden toys that are built to last, as well as the importance of durable toys that will challenge and retain your child’s interest as they grow. This dual focus on sustainability, both in terms of materials and manufacturing as well as longevity and durability, will help you discover the best kids toys to invest in for your little one.  

Also often referred to as a bed canopy, bed curtains aren’t a new invention and have in fact been around for centuries. Their usage has however evolved from functional to fun, adding a playful touch to the bedrooms of children of all ages.

A bittersweet moment for any parent, it can be hard to believe your baby is getting ready to start school for the first time. You might find yourself wondering how to make the first time school transition period a little easier for them.

Whether you’re a first-time parent to a newborn or an experienced mum of two (or more!), sleep is a topic that’s universally discussed among parents. After all, getting a great night’s sleep can transform our mood and energy levels, and the same goes for our children.