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Founder’s Edit: What I’m Buying My 5 & 7 Year Old This Black Friday As a parent and the founder of Acorn & Pip, I spend all year curating pieces...

Discover meaningful, modern Christmas traditions for children. From memory-making decorations to Christmas morning rituals, here are simple ideas for families from Acorn & Pip. Christmas | Family Traditions | Parenting | Kids Christmas Ideas | Acorn & Pip Christmas

Discover the best Christmas attractions for families in the North West UK — light trails, Santa grottos, York Christmas markets, Polar Express train rides.

September is officially the UK’s busiest birth month, with more babies arriving now than at any other time of year. That means nurseries up and down the country are filling with tiny newborns just as the leaves turn golden and the nights get cooler.

Halloween doesn’t have to mean plastic pumpkins and throwaway costumes. At Acorn & Pip, we know that parents want to make the season magical and mindful — full of fun, but gentle on the planet. That’s why we’ve gathered our favourite easy, eco-friendly Halloween ideas for little ones. From crafty afternoons to simple dress-up inspiration, these are family-friendly swaps you can feel good about.

Why Some Families Are Choosing Barefoot School Shoes As the back-to-school rush begins, many parents are asking the same question: What are the best school shoes for my child? At...

How to Start a Maileg Collection: UK Guide for Parents

Obsessed with Maileg but not sure where to begin? This simple guide walks UK parents through building a magical Maileg collection that grows with your child.

In A World of Labubus, Why Maileg Mice Are the Perfect Heirloom Gift for Children? 

Explore why Maileg Mice make the perfect heirloom gift for children. From magical play to beautiful quality, here’s why parents across the UK are falling in love.

There’s something quietly magical about Maileg. In a world of flashing lights and plastic toys, their charming little mice feel like a deep exhale — timeless, tactile, and full of wonder. But what is it about Maileg Mice that makes them such treasured heirloom gifts?

Here’s why parents, grandparents, and gift-givers keep coming back to these miniature marvels.

10 Screen-Free Ways to Entertain Toddlers Indoors (Tried and Tested!) When the weather turns grey (again!) and you're out of ideas, it’s easy to fall back on screens for a...

Wondering what to pack in your toddler’s nursery bag this summer? This UK-specific checklist covers everything your child needs for warm-weather days at nursery or preschool — from sun hats to spare clothes and splash-play essentials.

Little Adventures: How to Encourage Independent Play This Summer At Acorn and Pip we believe that childhood should be full of little adventures and moments of wonder. One of the best...

How to Pack for a Family Holiday (Without Losing Your Mind!) Family holidays are a wonderful escape but let’s be honest, the packing part can feel like a full time...