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Help Your Child Learn to Ride a Bike This Easter

Help Your Child Learn to Ride a Bike This Easter

The Joy of Learning to Ride a Bike Learning to ride a bike is one of childhood’s biggest milestones. It’s a skill that brings a sense of freedom, confidence, and adventure. And what better time to start than spring? The warmer weather, longer daylight hours, and fresh air make it the perfect season to get kids pedalling for the first time. If you’re wondering how to help your child master two wheels without frustration (for them or you!), we’ve got…

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The Benefits of Outdoor Play for Child Development

The Benefits of Outdoor Play for Child Development

There’s nothing quite like the sound of children laughing as they run, jump, and explore outside. Whether they’re splashing in puddles, climbing trees, or playing hide-and-seek, outdoor play is more than just fun—it’s essential for healthy child development. In today’s digital world, where screens often compete for attention, encouraging children to play outdoors can have lasting benefits for their physical, mental, and social well-being. In this article, we’ll explore why outdoor play is so important and how it supports children’s…

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The Timeless Appeal & Benefits of Wooden Toys

The Timeless Appeal & Benefits of Wooden Toys

In a world brimming with plastic and electronic toys, the charm and benefits of wooden toys stand out.  These traditional toys not only evoke a sense of nostalgia but also offer numerous developmental advantages for children.  Through an exploration of five unique wooden toys from Mulberry Bush, this blog highlights why these timeless treasures are more than just playthings.   1. Developmental Benefits Wooden toys, known for their simplicity, encourage children to use their imagination, leading to creative and open-ended…

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Gorgeous Gifts for Babies

Gorgeous Gifts for Babies

Mulberry Bush have a fantastic range of toys and gifts for babies. Whether it is to celebrate the birth or a new baby, a Baby Shower gift, a special Christening or naming ceremony present, we have something for everyone! If you need some inspiration our knowledgeable team would be delighted to help, we sample and test everything we sell and really do know our products – so if you need any help, why not call or email us? A special,…

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Made By Me!

Made By Me!

Look what I made!  We’ve all heard those words, children love to proudly show off their latest drawing or craft project.  We have a bumper range to suit all ages and interests, from simple colouring books to complex model making kits. A brilliant set for younger children is Step by Step Drawing, to learn in simple steps and gain a real sense of achievement.  The set contains 12 step-by-step drawing prompt cards, each card is separated into 4 simple steps…

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Our Top 12 Christmas Toy and Gift Predictions 2022

Our Top 12 Christmas Toy and Gift Predictions 2022

It’s getting towards that time of year again!  So to help, our top 12 toys for Christmas have been specially selected by our team.  Each item has been chosen for its appeal and ability to become a favourite gift this Christmas.  We have been mindful to pick items from a range of prices to reflect everyone’s budgets this year.  Santa has also ensured us that he approves of all of these choices and quite fancies some of them himself –…

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Nature Watch

Nature Watch

It’s so easy to let our children stay inside and watch TV or play computer games, but there are so many benefits to spending time outside (for children and adults!)  Why not take them outside in the fresh air, just to play and let off steam or on a “look and listen” nature walk and talk about what you can see and hear – fun, exercise and informative!  We all have days when we know the children just need to…

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Top 12 Christmas Toy & Gift Predictions 2021

Top 12 Christmas Toy & Gift Predictions 2021

It’s that time of year again, the nights are drawing in and Christmas is edging closer. For anyone stuck for ideas or looking for a little bit of inspiration we have created a list of what we think will be our most popular toys and gifts this season. Our knowledgeable team are happy to help with any product queries you might have about these or any other items, please just give us a call! Here are our Top 12 Christmas…

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Enjoying the Great Outdoors!

Enjoying the Great Outdoors!

There are days when you just can’t convince the kids to go outside, you know a run in the park would do everyone good but they’re just not interested!  There are ways to encourage them outside – try “I’m off for an adventure, who’s coming” – far more interesting than “Let’s go for a walk”.  If the weather is nice take a kite or a football, organise a treasure hunt – it doesn’t have to be for treasure, you could…

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Easter Treats and Gifts

Easter Treats and Gifts

Most of us enjoy chocolate eggs and sticky treats, but sometimes you want to give something a little longer lasting.  Mulberry Bush can certainly help with everything from traditional wooden toys, gifts and games to the more innovative and educational toys too! You might associate cuddly bunnies and farm animals with Easter and we have a varied selection, including some that can be personalised. Younger children love a trip to the farm and these would be an enjoyable reminder to…

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