The Weekly Edit: What’s new in parenting, travel & lifestyle

From a long-awaited tonies collaboration to an elevated baby care launch and the latest in family days out across the UK and beyond - this week’s inbox has been busy. Here’s everything that’s caught our eye.

New Launch: Bugaboo Cub - The Essential Go-Anywhere Pushchair

From parent-favourite Bugaboo comes the new all-terrain, go-anywhere pushchair. At just 10.7kg, the Bugaboo Cub is the brand’s lightest design yet. Featuring large puncture-proof wheels with full suspension, a spacious all-season bassinet with a breathable PureBreeze mattress, plus a 3-position reclining seat that will support your baby as they grow.

It’s as stylish as it is practical, with four on-trend colourways to choose from including Heritage Black, Indigo Blue, Forest Green, and Desert Taupe. You can’t go wrong with this choice for easy exploring all-year round.

Shop Now: Available at www.bugaboo.com

A Long-Awaited Collab: Bluey Comes to The Toniebox

After years of family requests, tonies has finally teamed up with BBC Studios to bring Bluey to the Toniebox for the very first time. The collaboration includes an interactive Bluey Tonieplay experience and three Classic Tonies figurines including Bluey, Bingo, and Muffin, plus themed accessories.

All of the content comes straight from the episodes little ones know and love. Pre-orders will go live in August at tonies.com and Smyths Toys - this is not one to miss!

Sign Up: Pre-order ahead of August launch at tonies.com

High Street Latest: M&S Kids x Disney Toy Story 5

Embracing the Toy Story 5 hype, high street favourite Marks & Spencer has teamed up with Disney and Pixar to release a playful capsule edit of character clothing and accessories - and we’re adding it straight to our virtual basket.

From sweatshirts featuring the lovable Jessie riding rodeo to sunhats and slip-on clogs covered in Woody and Buzz Lightyear badges, this collection is set to be a hit with little ones and parents alike.

Shop Now: Available at marksandspencer.com

Premium Baby Skincare: Smoosh Launches Elevated Baby Care

New to the baby skincare market, meet Smoosh. A premium line of products that help to protect and support dry, sensitive skin in the newborn days and beyond. The range is vegan, fragrance-free and made in the UK from 97–99% naturally-derived ingredients.

Made up of four products, including Soothing Baby Bath and Body Wash, Hydrating Baby Moisturiser, Conditioning Baby Shampoo and Nourishing Baby Face Moisturiser, the range is clinically tested, and dermatologically and paediatrician approved. This female-founded newcomer brings an elevated and premium touch to the baby care market - we can’t wait to see where it goes next!

Shop Now: Available at smoosh-baby.com

A UK First: HISENSE Launches Kids TV Remote

Hisense has become the first UK TV manufacturer to launch a dedicated Kids TV Remote across its 2026 range, in collaboration with VIDAA and Kidoodle.TV. The remote gives children direct access to VIDAA Kids - a curated streaming platform with age-appropriate content so parents can rest easy knowing what their kids are consuming during screen time, without needing to worry about unpredictable algorithms.

Shop Now: Available at uk.hisense.com

Latest Game Console: Next Playground Cube Launches in the UK

The latest games console to launch in the UK offers an alternative to traditional screen time. The Nex Playground is all about getting kids active, using AI and a built-in camera to track players movements instead of a classic games console controller. All you have to do is connect the device to your TV and WiFi, and get moving.

The Playground comes with five games to try for free for up to four players, so the whole family can get involved. A yearly subscription costs £90 for access to 60+ games, including kid-favourites such as Peppa Pig and Gabby’s Dollhouse. We love that it’s travel-friendly too, and with 65GB of storage you can download games and play offline if needed.

Shop Now: Available at amazon.co.uk

New Drop: Nike Swimwear For Tweens

Nike Swim’s new SS26 collection is sure to win over even the most style-conscious of tweens. Designed with both kids and parents in mind, the collection balances trend-led design with practical features.

For girls, there’s a mix of one-piece and two-piece sets in bright and bold colours in Nike’s signature sports styles. For boys, think relaxed swimming shorts in quick drying fabrics to keep them comfortable all summer long. Best of all, the Ripple Collection features Mini-Me styles for families who love to coordinate.

Shop Now: Available at nike.com

Eco-friendly Toys: Hape Launches Summer Range

Leading toy brand Hape has launched its eco-friendly outdoor toy range just in time for the UK heatwave. With a focus on unearthing independence, exploration and instilling a love of nature in children, the collection includes an outdoor kitchen, sandpit, gardening tools and explorer sets to keep little minds and hands busy throughout the summer holidays.

The Outdoor Kitchen made from all-natural materials is a real standout, encouraging creativity and developing fine motor skills with a functional water tank and sink, and hanging pots for growing flowers, fruits or vegetables.

Shop Now: Available hape.com

Family Day Out in London: House of Dreamers Exhibition

The latest family-friendly experience to land in London is described as one of Europe's most iconic exhibitions for all ages. House of Dreamers is an immersive exhibition dedicated to inspiring dreamers through 16 installations that will transport you into a magical world. Using design, colour and technology, you’re invited into a world where imagination comes to life and the power of dreams are celebrated in style. We’re certain adults will enjoy this just as much as the kids!

Book Now: Visit houseofdreamers.com

Family Day Out in Leeds: Harewood House Summer Programme

Harewood House has revealed a packed summer programme with something for all the family. At Curtains Up! Outdoor Play area, kids can take centre stage and get creative with outdoor, circus-inspired games. At the Outdoor Theatre and Cinema, families can enjoy the likes of an Encanto Sing-A-Long and Mamma Mia! ExtrABBAganza.

There’s also a Spot Simba the Pug Trail, inspired by photographer Cecil Beaton’s four-legged friend, and an Adventure Babies Circus Special throughout the summer holidays where babies can enjoy storytelling and sensory play.

Book Now: Visit harewood.org

Sea Life: Join The Sea Creature Rescue Squad

SEA LIFE is calling on families to join its Sea Creature Rescue Squad this summer. The new immersive, hands-on adventure will help families learn more about how to protect some of the oceans most endangered animals through interactive challenges and immersive trails. Once the mission is complete, kids will receive a Sea Creature Rescue Squad certificate, stickers and colouring sheets. A fun and educational family day out!

Book Now: Visit visitsealife.com

Luxury Family Holiday: Versa Hospitality New Loyalty Programme

Hospitality group Versa Hospitality has announced a new loyalty programme that’s worth putting on your radar if a luxury holiday is on your wish list. Versa Keys is a tiered loyalty scheme designed to reward guests for their curiosity, loyalty and time spent in the group’s collection of destinations. Available across the Versa Collection and Niva Resorts, there are four tiers with automatic membership from your very first stay. Benefits include the likes of early check-in, food and beverage savings, spa discounts, in-villa dining savings and curated experiences.

Need inspo for your next family holiday? Consider Niva Kurumba, a vibrant resort in the Maldives or Niva Labriz in the wild heart of Silhouette Island in Seychelles - both family-friendly resorts, with packed programmes to suit everyone.

Book Now: Visit versahospitality.com