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How to Start a Maileg Collection: UK Guide for Parents

Obsessed with Maileg but not sure where to begin? This simple guide walks UK parents through building a magical Maileg collection that grows with your child.

In A World of Labubus, Why Maileg Mice Are the Perfect Heirloom Gift for Children? 

Explore why Maileg Mice make the perfect heirloom gift for children. From magical play to beautiful quality, here’s why parents across the UK are falling in love.

There’s something quietly magical about Maileg. In a world of flashing lights and plastic toys, their charming little mice feel like a deep exhale — timeless, tactile, and full of wonder. But what is it about Maileg Mice that makes them such treasured heirloom gifts?

Here’s why parents, grandparents, and gift-givers keep coming back to these miniature marvels.

10 Screen-Free Ways to Entertain Toddlers Indoors (Tried and Tested!) When the weather turns grey (again!) and you're out of ideas, it’s easy to fall back on screens for a...

Wondering what to pack in your toddler’s nursery bag this summer? This UK-specific checklist covers everything your child needs for warm-weather days at nursery or preschool — from sun hats to spare clothes and splash-play essentials.

Little Adventures: How to Encourage Independent Play This Summer At Acorn and Pip we believe that childhood should be full of little adventures and moments of wonder. One of the best...

How to Pack for a Family Holiday (Without Losing Your Mind!) Family holidays are a wonderful escape but let’s be honest, the packing part can feel like a full time...

Why Wooden Toys Are Perfect for Encouraging Creative Play In today’s world of high-tech, plastic toys, wooden toys stand out for their simplicity, durability, and ability to inspire imaginative play....

Top 20 Ethical Toys for a Magical and Sustainable Christmas   This Christmas, choose gifts that bring joy to your little ones while also protecting the planet. At Acorn &...

Perfect Gifts for Kids Under £15 Stocking stuffers are the little surprises that add an extra touch of joy to Christmas morning. At Acorn & Pip, we’ve gathered a selection...

Perfect Gifts for Children Aged 5 Years + Christmas is a time to spark curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning in the big kids in our lives. Our "For...

Perfect Gifts for Children Aged 3 – 5 Years Pre-schoolers are at the age where their imaginations run wild, and they love exploring the world around them through play. Our...

Perfect Picks for Children Aged 12 Months – 3 Years Christmas is an enchanting time for toddlers, who are starting to understand the joy and magic of the season. At...