GIFT GUIDE: 15 Gift Ideas for Four Year Olds

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Turning four years old is a really big one, for both children and parents, as it is the age associated with starting school. At the beginning of April my first baby, Isabella, turned four and I honestly can't believe she'll be starting school this year. Her interests and abilities have excelled so much since turning three years old, which has been such a pleasure to witness. Isabella loves nothing more than writing, drawing, doing puzzles, being creative and entering worlds of her imagination. Although turning four has caused many confusions as to why she wasn't going to school straight away, Isabella has been so excited and proud about becoming four years old. When it comes to buying four year olds presents it can be tricky, as you already have four years of accumulated gifts and toys around your house and suddenly their interests and abilities excel into another world. They enjoying playing more complex and challenging games; testing themselves all of the time. Baring this in mind I've put together a Gift Guide for Four Year Olds, so that it will hopefully inspire you if you also have a (not so) little one turning four soon.

CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE: For Children Under £25

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This is my third and final Gift Guide for Children for this year and it is one focusing on gifts between £10 and £25. That perfect middle zone for both friends and family, so you'll hopefully find something for everyone in here. It is so exciting this year, as Isabella is old enough for so many more of the children's toys rather than the toddler ones and it has opened up a whole new world in present buying. The range of gifts out there for children is pretty overwhelming at times, so I've chosen items that are perhaps slightly more unique and many are from smaller independent businesses too. So, without further ado, on with my final children's Gift Guide of 2018...

CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE: For Toddlers 2018

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When babies transform into toddlers it is a magical time in the world of parenting, as they learn at a rate that is pretty incredible. Walking, talking and becoming more independent changes their world and yours, making present buying that bit more exciting! When it comes to buying for toddlers there are so many routes to go down; you can go for toys, practical, clothing or creative to name a few. This Gift Guide is aimed at both first children, but also for the parents that have more than one child and are struggling to think of what to get their second/third/fourth toddler. When you have a house filled with toys from your first child it can be hard to think of what to get subsequent children, but hopefully you'll be inspired by this Gift Guide.

CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE: For Babies 2018

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Welcome to my first Christmas Gift Guide of 2018, which is for the babies in your life. Personally, I've always found shopping for baby gifts quite a challenge because the things they need at that age are limited some what. I therefore tend to focus on giving gifts that will either help to capture those precious early years, are practical or can be enjoyed for many years to come. The first year or so of a child's life is filled with magical milestones, exciting changes and all the growing, making it such a special time to shop for gifts. All of the gifts I've included in this Gift Guide would also make thoughtful presents for baby showers, first birthdays or christenings too.