From the best travel accessories, to cool summer style, the Absolutely Mama team rounds up our favourite summer essentials for babies and kids…

Voxblock | Screen-free Audiobook Player

Perfect for: entertaining kids on long journeys

Voxblock is the screen-free audiobook player loved by children, from toddlers to teens. Without the need for Wi-Fi, apps, or downloads, kids can listen anywhere, making Voxblock ideal for summer travels. The audiobooks are durable, tangible blocks that easily snap into place on the simple-to-use player.  Children can enjoy stories through the player’s built-in speaker or headphones. There’s hundreds of audiobooks to choose from, including favourites like The Gruffalo and Paddington, as well as classics from your favourite authors such as Roald Dahl and Enid Blyton. Enjoy a summer full of storytime adventures with Voxblock!

voxblock.co.uk

Eyas | The Gallery

Perfect for: entertaining babies on long journeys

The Gallery® is a Montessori sensory development toy by Eyas for newborns and first-of-a-kind that clips onto the roof of the pram and so lies directly in the baby’s visual field. Doctor founded Eyas, the Gallery® is designed with a Montessori accredited paediatrician ensuring not to be over-stimulating for baby.

Scientifically Proven Stimulation: Medical research shows that simple, bold patterns provide the right level of visual and cognitive stimulation for development.

“The Gallery uses simple, bold patterns that provide the right level of stimulation for babies” – Dr. Lewis, Consultant Ophthalmologist

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BIBS | Studio Collection

Perfect for: cool summer style

Bold, bright, and fun, the new STUDIO COLLECTION from BIBS makes the cutest addition to your little one’s summer outfits. The range of stylish pacifiers feature vibrant, ’90s-inspired florals and classic stripes in playful colour-pop hues.

Gender-neutral, they’ll match with everything – from your little one’s holiday swimwear, to pretty summer dresses, and colour-block shorts and tees. The collection is available in a range of nipple shapes and materials, to help you find the perfect soother for your baby.

bibsworld.com

Ubbi | on-the-go gift set

Perfect for: summer day trips

The Ubbi on-the-go gift set is perfect for adventurous parents. Making your life easier on-the-go, it includes a nappy dispenser, wipes dispenser, changing mat and pacifier holder – all designed and manufactured to high specification with the environment in mind.

Ubbi are one of America’s beloved brands that provide thoughtful products for today’s modern home. Quality, design and innovation at the forefront and the Sage On-the-Go Gift Set is just one example.

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Silvercross | Jet 5 Travel Stroller

Perfect for: summer holidays

The cabin approved Jet 5 travel stroller from Silver Cross is your perfect holiday companion. It has a comfortable lie-flat seat suitable from birth to 22kg, self-standing pull-along fold and comes with a protective travel cover. Jet 5’s UPF50+ hood has a pull-out sun peak and mesh airflow panel to keep baby cool and shaded, while the step on, step off brake is flip-flop friendly. Available in 3 stylish colours – Space, Mineral and Cinnamon – Jet 5 can be used with the Silver Cross Dream i-Size infant carrier, or a car seat from another leading brand, to create the ultimate newborn travel system.

silvercrossbaby.com

Glow Dreaming | Glow Travel Sleep Easy

Perfect for: summer travels

Backed by Science, Engineered for sleep the Glow Travel Sleep Easy is the perfect travel companion to support baby sleep. It combines all the best features for sleep, including Pink Noise, Red LED light and Aromatherapy in one small, compact and rechargeable device which enables families to maintain their sleep routine on the go. The slim design of this unique travel unit is battery powered so you can take it with you wherever you go. Best of all when on, it will run all night long or you can set a timer for 2 or 4 hours.

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Kiddylicious | Veggie Straws

The perfect: travel snacks

The perfect on-the-go travel snack, the delicious Veggie Straws from Kiddylicious are ideal for little ones from 9 months. With their hollow centres and clever tube shape, they are as tasty as they are easy to hold. Perfect for little ones working on their pincer grip and hand to mouth coordination. There’s three delicious flavours to choose from.

kiddylicious.com

Ryloobaby | Baby Sling

Perfect for: bonding with summer newborns

The RYLOOBABY Sling promotes bonding while keeping your little one cool and calm. The safe, durable and breathable wrap will become an everyday essential that you and your baby will love. The ideal daily go-to wrap, not only does it compliment everything in your wardrobe, its versatility and one size fits all makes it a firm favourite with all parents, meaning you can share the baby-wearing fun!

The RYLOOBABY SLING is supportive, soft and lightweight. It allows optimum positioning for the baby, and has been deemed by the IHDI as being a “hip-healthy” product.

ryloobaby.com

Frog Bikes | Tadpole balance bike

Perfect for: summer fun

The Frog Tadpole balance bike is the perfect summer essential for toddlers! This lightweight, easy-to-ride bike is specifically designed to help toddlers as young as 18 months develop their balance and coordination, making it an ideal choice for summer fun. The Tadpole’s adjustable saddle and handlebars ensure a comfortable and safe riding experience, while its vibrant colours will capture the imagination of any toddler. With its premium construction and fun design, this bike is a must-have for keeping toddlers active and entertained during long sunny days. Enjoy summer adventures with the Tadpole balance bike from Frog Bikes!

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