The Big Dip Blog

Remember when Lego were just bricks? The Lego Group now transcends entertainment to movies, TV shows and theme parks, making it the biggest toy company in the world, surpassing Mattel in 2015. But how did they get there?

It will be no surprise for you to hear that more options can be distracting, now picture a child having this dilemma and you should be able to see why studies have shown that fewer toys lead to a more focused and creative playtime. 

With this in mind, we’ve put together a list of 8 ways that you can cut down on the number of toys.

Most of us have grown up with the cultural norms of what is expected for boys and girls to play with. Whilst we all know what they typically are, did you know that it wasn’t always like this? And more importantly, what toys your child plays with can have a bearing on their future decisions in life.

How times have changed. From Yo-Yo’s to Gameboys, there is no denying the evolution of toys, and we’ve seen it first hand over the last 50+ years! Get ready for a blast of nostalgia as we go over some of the most popular toys of the last 100 years. Join us for a trip down memory lane...

When Do Children Start Talking? What You Need To Know.

You will have probably heard this question asked many times by new mums but when do children actually start talking? In this bite-size blog post, we breakdown the milestones your baby will go through, when they should happen and what to do if they aren’t quite there yet.