The baby years

Nudge this penguin and watch it wobble back and forth on the wooden roly-poly base. The beads inside its plastic body rattle, as well. At 16cm tall, it’s just the right size for your baby ’s hands and reinforces her understanding of cause and effect.

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Who’s a pushover?

Nudge this penguin and watch it wobble back and forth on the wooden roly-poly base. The beads inside its plastic body rattle, as well. At 16cm tall, it’s just the right size for your baby ’s hands and reinforces her understanding of cause and effect.

Djeco Roly Pingui, $29.90, from The Better Toy Store

Turn the page to see more cool penguin-themed toys and fashion.

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Now in Singapore

You might be familiar with Chicco (say “KEE-koh”) for its baby gear, such as strollers and car seats. But did you know the 58-year-old Italian brand also has an extensive range of toys and fashion (pictured) – for newborns to kids up to eight years? Find them all under one roof at its new concept store at #02-17/18 Tanglin Mall. The first in Southeast Asia, it promises that products sold here are priced similar to its European stores.

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What’s for lunch, mum?

How does roast chicken, carrot and spinach puree sound to you? Join chef Joseph Yeo at the Raise A Good Eater cooking workshop, where you’ll learn to cook this yummy recipe, among others. Presented by Bosch, the father of three will share new ways to add nutrition, variety and flavour to your little one’s plate. The workshop is on Dec 10 from 10am to noon at Bosch Experience Centre at Bishan. It costs $8 per person; $15 per couple. Participants will also enjoy special discounts on selected Bosch appliances. Sign up at www.youngparents.com.sg/events.

Use the recipe cards that come with your copy of Young Parents, as well!

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Smile, it’s Christmas!

Photo props add so much more fun when you’re taking a snapshot with your loved ones. No time to make your own? Get the Pearhead Holiday Photo Props set, which includes over 20 Christmasthemed illustrations, as well as double-side tape and sticks for easy assembly. It retails for $24.90 at Motherswork and Pupsik Studio.

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