Some of you may be focused on your October half-term getaways, while others may be barely scraping it through till the end of term, and many of you will have your sights set on the best pumpkin patches and half-term activities before we even begin to mention the C word and chaos of activities, play dates and event to attend over the coming season but in the vain of some light-hearted relief there are a whole host of new and exciting parenting launches we’re sure you’ll know about it. See below our guide of everything we’re loving in parenting this October from fashion to toys.
1. Organic Zoo Farmer’s Market A/W Collection
Organic Zoo took the autumn clothing brief and blew it out the park with this stunning ‘Farmer’s Market’ collection that launched this month. With their usual high-quality fabrics, kooky designs and adorable prints on everything from babygrows to jumpers for all kid’s ages our standout pieces from the collection are undoubtedly the courdroy pieces, they are timeless classics and have fabrics that are made to last. If you’re planning on handing your clothes down then this is the brand to shop right now.
2. Ferne McCann – Mum & You podcast ‘Keeping The Little Things Little’
Looking for your next relatable podcast find? Look no further. Queen of honest parenting chats, Ferne McCann, launched a new podcast ‘Keeping The Little Things Little‘ and the debut episode’s guests were none other than Anna Whitehouse (Mother Pukka) and Natalie Reynolds (Owner of ‘Fred & Noah‘). In this raw yet engaging episode they discuss the commonly debated question, ‘Where’s the village’? Among other great points such as mum guilt and juggling work and motherhood. We love this podcast and know you will too.
Podcast sponsor – One wipe by Mum & You
3. Re:Mind Studio launches Re:Family in, Eccleston Yards
This beautiful centrally located studio has launched a new series dedicated to supporting parents-to-be on their journey from fertility to post-partum. Blending deep rest, ritual, and collective experience, Re:Family sessions meet you where you are at and embraces every person without judgement, ensuring a safe practice throughout all fertility stages and beyond. Whether you’re consciously exploring or navigating challenges this is a space for self-enquiry, deep rest and community connection.
For more information or to book , click here
4. ‘The Baby Box’ by The Little Stylist
Looking for a beautiful baby gift but not sure where to start? Charlotte Kewley, baby & kids fashion stylist ( The Little Stylist ) has just launched a selection of carefully curated baby boxes that bring together the best, beautiful baby essentials from sustainable, independent brands. Making modern, thoughtful new baby gifting easy. Inside each new ‘Baby Box’, you’ll find stylish, elevated newborn essentials from some of the best sustainable and independent baby brands including Organic Zoo, Binibamba, Etta Loves & BIBS. Items are simply wrapped in charming packaging that’s eco-friendly and reusable. Designed to be sent directly to the recipient.
5.TÖASTIE X ORGANIC ZOO Collab
In their latest collaboration Organic Zoo have teamed up with the adorable childrenswear brand Töastie to release a Cloud Onesie with the signature O-Z ‘Midnight’ print. With a soft organic cotton rust interior and the deep majesty of the night sky captured in a perfect crescent moon on the peach soft padded exterior, this is a timeless limited edition Cloud Onesie that will become a family heirloom. The Cloud Onesie is made using a sustainable eco-down fill, which mimics the qualities found in genuine down; thermo-regulating, breathable, light and soft. Fits true to size.
6. The SmartTrike X-tend ride-on
SmarTrike, the award-winning family brand has revealed the Xtend Ride-on, an innovative ride-on that will take your little one all the way from 12 months right up to 12 years. Beginning as a parent-controlled ride-on, it converts seamlessly into an extendable scooter by simply removing the seat and extending the handlebar, so when they are ready, your little ones can roam free! The ideal gift to grow with your family, we think this one will definitely make the Christmas wish lists.
Available at smarTrike, Currys, The Range – £149.99
7. Lallie London’s ‘Nutcracker Dress is back in stock
After almost 5 years of customers requesting the return of Princess Charlotte’s Nutcracker Dress, British luxury children’s clothing brand Lallie London has restocked the much-loved piece after it sold out when Princess Charlotte wore it during the Christmas season just a few years ago. Fans of the Nutcracker dress have been hoping the brand would bring back the popular piece, and on 15th October the brand granted their customer’s wishes, launching an updated redesigned version of the original piece, alongside the launch of further adorable festive pieces.
