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Silver Towers Playground/Tom Otterness Playground

Last week as I watched the streetscape speed by out the window of a taxi on my way to work, I happened to spot what looked like one of the most amazing play structures I had ever seen tucked into a small public park between two buildings on 42nd Street. A quick Google search revealed that ...

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Empire State Building

Aside from the Statue of Liberty, there is hardly a more recognizable New York landmark than the Empire State Building. Since its completion in 1931, at which point it was the tallest building in the world, its presence has dominated the New York skyline. I clearly remember visiting the observatory as a child on a ...

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Winnie-the-Pooh at the New York Public Library

For my daughter's second birthday earlier this year, my mother gave her a copy of Finding Winnie: The True Story of the World's Most Famous Bear, written by Lindsay Mattick, illustrated by Sophie Blackall, and the winner of this year's Caldecott Medal (awarded annually in the US for the most distinguished picture book for children). Flipping ...

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MIDTOWN MANHATTAN

Bryant Park

Block after block, much of Midtown Manhattan has a uniform feel: acres of poured concrete sidewalks and asphalt roadways pulsing with foot and vehicle traffic, and walls of stone and glass rising up on all sides. It's such a pleasant surprise to come across Bryant Park then, an island of green in a sea of gray. Designed in ...

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East River Ferry

Before moving to Brooklyn we lived in Midtown Manhattan, far enough from both the Hudson and East Rivers flanking the sides of the island that sometimes long stretches of time passed without a glimpse of the water. The opposite is true of our life now in Brooklyn, where we can see the East River from ...

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Top of the Rock

If you are looking for that take-your-breath-away New York City view, Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center is really as good as it gets. With three levels of wrap-around walking terraces set atop one of the most spectaular Art Deco buildings in the world -- it really is a must visit if you are ...

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Capturing the love between people is photographer @_katrinacampbell_ and she’s offering a wonderful gift for London families. Memories that last forever with the gift of vouchers. Katrina has a special package : £125 for a weekend family photo shoot (normally £150) to be redeemed anytime in 2020. What a wonderful gift for the whole family. #babyccinokids #christmasmemories #2020 #lonfonfamilyphotographer #london #londonlifestyle

Christmas sweaters only last for a fraction of a second, so instead of buying into disposable fashion do a homemade DIY one. Tips today from @laraoflondon link in bio.

A beautiful group of women to discussed Cultural Richness Around Bringing Up Children, was a really joyful exchange of experience and point of view. Seyi, Kim, Amandine, Africa, Fatima and Lauren shared feelings on the conscious choices we make in a multicultural world. Read more on our blog ... and what do you think ... Do we want the same for our children as we had ourselves? How do we navigate festivals and celebrations with extended and blended family? Have we carried on old traditions or developed new ones with our children to feel festive or community minded, to partake in the celebrations of others or to live seasonally? We’d love to hear your thoughts from our panel. Link in bio. @theshopup @themontessoristudio #babyccinokids photos by @_katrinacampbell_

Last year Courtney discovered @inkandhoneyillustration on the Babyccino portal and immediately fell in love with the sweet personalised baubles. They’re now the most treasured ornaments on our Christmas tree. How sweet! The baubles are now sold out for this year, but the shop will re-open in January, and it’s worth taking a note of these for next year. #babyccinokids @courtneyadamo

Need something new to do with all the natural trinkets that seem to fill yours and your kid’s pockets this time of year? Take them to your playdough! We love this idea from @addieladner ... more on today’s post. #babyccinokids #babyccinocrafts

On our blog, tons of photos of our London ShopUp event! There are so many wonderful ones, we just couldn’t choose! Thank you @_katrinacampbell_ for capturing all of these wonderful moments ️ #theshopup @theshopup

Make your own Christmas wreath with our popular blog post by @laraoflondon ... it was such a hit from last year that we decided to share it again! See stories or bio for link. #babyccinokids #babyccinocrafts

Do you keep things even and fair in your family? For example, if you get one child a new pair of shoes, do you get the other one a new pair too? Read more, link in bio. And tell us your thoughts below... what is your parenting approach? #babyccinokids @addieladner

Cranberries, string, and a needle make marvellous festive garlands.Instantly impressive and pretty too. Thanks @laraoflondon for this idea. See stories for link. #babyccinokids #babyccinocrafts ️

These candy cane cookies are the easiest (and cutest) ideas to bake this month. See @laraoflondon ‘s simple how to, great for kids of all ages! On the blog and link in bio. #babyccinokids #babyccinocrafts #babyccinoeats

Wild and Wooly Weaving. Think Crafts by CreateForLess.

Special fix for well-loved knits. <3

Inspo Album - Comfy n Classic - Album on Imgur

Sylvanian Families Christmas House. For lots more lovely ideas, gifts and inspiration take a look at 'The Hopping Robin' on Etsy, Instagram and Facebook.

Darning from British War Pamphlet c.1943

Inspo Album - Comfy n Classic - Album on Imgur

About a year ago, Courtney shared a selection of Wilkie’s favourite picture books, many of which are still on rotation as his favourite bedtime reads. But he’s beginning to enjoy the slightly longer stories now, and we have a few to add to that list. She snapped a photo of his current go-to books, most of them he can pretty much read to himself because we’ve read them at least 100 times! What are your favourite kid books for nearly two year olds? 📚 @courtneyadamo

Do you carve out enough one-on-one time with your kids? https://babyccinokids.com/blog/2019/06/13/parenting-spending-time-with-each-kid/

An old article, but so interesting! This article explains that 'the family unit is built on the mother's oestrogen', 'the menopause is a very dangerous moment in a family's existence' and 'The moment when the 'mommy brain' starts to unplug'. And of course -- 'as with all change, we can all come through it stronger and more fulfilled, and as happy as we were before!' :) https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2011/jan/22/menopause-mother-family-oestrogen

Why a home birth is not my first choice... https://babyccinokids.com/blog/2019/05/22/why-a-home-birth-is-not-my-first-choice/

Are you making plans for the summer? We certainly are! ☀️ This month's Babyccino product guides make travel preparation EXTRA fun -- have a look at the cute products we have gathered for you! ❤️⛱ https://babyccinokids.com/shop/guide/products/travel_essentials.html

At what age did you give your children a mobile phone? 📱On our blog, Esther discusses the use of mobile technology and social media in her household and what boundaries they have set as a family. We would love to hear your thoughts and ideas too, so please leave a comment! (Here or on our blog — link in profile!) @estherbabyccino #babyccinokids #teenagers #raisingteenagers https://babyccinokids.com/blog/2019/05/09/at-what-age-do-you-give-your-children-a-mobile-phone/

HELLO LONDON!! Three Peas, the charity which is helping refugees stranded in Greece, is organising a live art auction in South West London: https://threepeas.org.uk/art-auction/ The charity patron Axel Scheffler (!!) will be drawing live and his work simultaneously auctioned. There will also be more detailed, coloured artwork by Axel and works and prints by other illustrators, including Bethan Woollvin, Penny Dale and Tor Freeman, as well as other ‘grown up’ artists, painters and sculptors. It’s going to be a lovely relaxed evening - even if one doesn’t intent to bid!- in a magical location on the Riverside in Twickenham. All good things!! 🙂 See attached flyer. ❤️

WE NEED YOUR VOTE!! Woohoo!! Exciting news! Our wonderful jury have selected the final shops for the 2019 @babyccinokids AWARDS and now it’s up to you all to decide the winner! Please head over to our awards page now (the link is in our profile) and vote for your favourite shops! 🏵 Bonus: you will be entered to win a £250 gift voucher at your favourite Babyccino shop! 💛 Voting is super easy! Scroll down the page to review the shortlisted entries. Simply click the 'vote' button under the shop name of your choice. You can vote in as many categories as you like, but you can only place one vote per category. (Note: shoppers must be registered to vote, that is simply done, too!) Here are the wonderful, beautiful shops that are shortlisted this year (obviously in no specific order!): *Best shoes & accessories: @canopeaparis @amyandivor @poemchildren *Best children’s clothing: @hubbleandduke @theheygang @petitsvilains *Best baby clothing: @emile.et.rose @thelittlenaturalco @babymoriuk *Best toys & crafts: @woodenstory @shopmercimilo @severinakids *Best decor: @tedandtone @_minifili_ @littlecloud.kids *Best baby & family essentials: @muddypuddlesuk @ecobynaty @specialdaycph *Best new brand or shop: @youngandbrave.ch @lotsoflovelyart @lesgamins_nyc *Best concept store: @mamaowl_ @bellevieparis @slow_threads *Best ethical shop or brand: @hellojackalo @mamaowl_ @polarnopyretuk Thank you for your vote and good luck to all of our shops!! 🤞🏻 #babyccinoawards2019 #babyccinoawards #babyccinoboutiques

'That took long enough!' Black ballerinas finally get shoes to match their skin. We love this!!!! https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2019/apr/01/pointe-shoes-black-ballet-ballerinas-dancers

We love this sweet poem by full-time working mama Diana! Yes we can have a demanding job, and enjoy it, and be a kick-ass mama too! ✨ https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-arakelyan-96ba364/

The wonderful story of the brand @wunderlang — 5 questions with founder Andrea Lang. Read and get inspired! bit.ly/2ompNZm

Why being kind makes you happier! bit.ly/30OeSF6

A new kind of list-making: write down all the things you've done today!! bit.ly/2kFDGAa

Encouraging children to read! Here are ten tips. Babyccino Kids: Daily tips, Children's products, Craft ideas, Recipes & More bit.ly/2kcVoLf

Ten great tips to encourage your child to read: bit.ly/2kcVoLf

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Do you carve out enough one-on-one time with each of your kids? Courtney’s answer to this question might surprise you! bit.ly/2Id5C7m

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Ear piercings for children -- yay, or nay? Babyccino Kids: Daily tips, Children's products, Craft ideas, Recipes & More bit.ly/2HY07Ju

Funny little face cookies (from 'Bee's Brilliant Biscuits') Babyccino Kids: Daily tips, Children's products, Craft ideas, Recipes & More bit.ly/2VZ6S1y

Here’s a video of our latest ShopUp in East London (shot and edited by our lovely and talented friend Nadine Brandt). It encapsulates the ShopUp atmosphere really, really well, and it makes us so excited for the next one!

Our beautiful new book, '9 months: A month by month guide to pregnancy' for the family to share, is AVAILABLE NOW! You can order it here: UK: http://amzn.to/2n6eCT7 / US: http://amzn.to/2nVWOZo / AUS: http://bit.ly/2nDYggy

Check out our new book! 9 months: A month by month guide to pregnancy for the family to share. PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY HERE: UK: http://amzn.to/2n6eCT7 / US: http://amzn.to/2nVWOZo / AUS: http://bit.ly/2nDYggy

Check out the cool vibes of our Shop Up event in London in December!

Our 2nd live shopping event in Brooklyn was amazing! Great shopping, delicious treats, tons of kids activities and a super cool family photo booth!

Esther shows us her recipe for delicious mint syrup.

Our live shopping event in London at Chelsea Old Town Hall in 2015 was a big success and so much fun.

Here we show you how to harvest rhubarb from the garden, and make it into a delicious compote. If you make oatmeal at the same time, you have made a delicious and nutritious breakfast that your family will love! (Ours do!)

This gym bag is such a fun and easy project, also for beginners this is a nice sewing project. Esther, Emilie and the kids had so much fun going to the market choosing all the supplies. The fabrics from Little Cube are the cutest!

Our first live shopping event in Brooklyn was a great success. We loved seeing the best boutiques under one roof, combined with great food and fun activities...and some dancing! Hope to see everyone this year again on September 18th & 19th at 501 Union, 501 Union Street in Brooklyn.