Small & Wild

5 Essentials for Nature Walks with Kids

A study commissioned by The Wildlife Trusts found that engaging with nature can improve children's school performance, behavioural conduct, concent...

Herbal Teas - a great alternative to sugar & pesky artificial sweeteners!

Guest blog from Amie Lunn, Registered Nutritional Therapist Staying Hydrated Staying hydrated is super important for all of us, but especially impo...

Four Healthy Ice Lolly & Ice Cream Recipes

It may be one of the wettest and coldest Mays we have seen in years but we’ve got it on good authority that a mini heatwave is just around the corn...

How to reduce sugar in children's diets by creating herbal tea rituals

One of the best and most fun ways to get kids excited about trying new foods and drinks is to involve them in selecting and preparing them. When th...

Sticky Hot Cross Bun Recipe

In the run up to Easter, nothing beats a hot cross bun and a cup of tea in our books! We spoke with the lovely Sarah at Little Crumbs, who gave us...

jolly croc iced tea with banana and strawberry

Brewing The Perfect Healthy Iced Tea

Iced tea is a brilliant and healthy substitute for squash or juice and a delicious way to stay cool and hydrated in the summer... and year round!

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Tea as a calming family ritual

The smell and tastes of herbal teas can be an amazing psychological regulator. The process of drinking and the intense smell and tastes of herbal t...

Why is Herbal Tea a good drink for children?

The Small and Wild team has taken these factors into consideration in creating their range of naturally caffeine free, herbal tea blends made espec...

two mums drinking herbal tea with their kids

6 Healthy Drinks to Keep your Kids Hydrated

Our thoughts on the importance of hydration plus a few of our favourite healthy drink options for your little people.

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How to become a bookworm + Wintry reads for 8-12 year olds

We got chatting all things books with Kate & Libby, founders of Tales by Mail, and asked them for their top tips for fostering a love of readin...

The Ideal Bedtime for Kids

When I was asked to write my thoughts on bedtime and routines a little smile crept across my face, why? Because having two kids of my own means tha...

two boys dressed up as Robin Hood with tea Children's Mental Health Week

Children's Mental Health Week 2021

We spoke with Pocket Family Psychologist to understand why being able to express ourselves is crucial to our mental wellbeing.