Looking for ways to enjoy the summer with your baby or toddler?

Here are five easy, family-friendly activities to keep your little explorer happy, active, and learning - all while soaking up the sunshine.

Summer is the perfect time to get outside and create lasting memories with your little one. Whether you’ve got a baby just starting to explore or a toddler full of energy, here are five simple and fun activities that are ideal for warm-weather days:

1. Sensory Water Play

Set up a shallow tray or tub with cool water, plastic cups, sponges, and floating toys. Babies can enjoy splashing with supervision, while toddlers will love pouring and scooping. Add a few slices of citrus fruit for a safe sensory twist!

2. Nature Walk & Bug Hunt

Pop your baby in a pram or carrier, or let your toddler walk beside you as you explore a local park or green space. Bring a bug-spotting jar or magnifying glass and look for butterflies, ladybirds, and ants. A great way to talk about nature and build vocabulary!

3. Picnic in the Garden or Park

Lay out a blanket, bring your child’s favourite snacks and a few books or toys. Babies will love tummy time in the fresh air, while toddlers can enjoy running around and joining in with snack time.

4. Mess-Free Painting Outdoors

Try zip-lock bag painting! Add blobs of paint into a sealed bag and tape it to a table or tray. Babies can squish the colours with their fingers, and toddlers can "draw" without any mess.

5. Bubble Fun

Blow bubbles and let your toddler chase and pop them, or watch your baby marvel at the floating magic. It’s simple, joyful, and perfect for sunny afternoons.

So grab the sun cream and a sun hat, and enjoy the little things - summer fun starts here!

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