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Can’t stand sand? Here’s why you don’t have to

Sand is a wonderful, and relatively cheap, way for your baby to play using all their senses. But it is also itchy, easily spread around and almost impossible to fully sweep up, no matter how many times you try. For some parents this is fine, for others this sounds like a nightmare come to life.  

If bringing sand into your house isn’t your cup of tea, don’t worry that your baby will miss out.

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Feeling ready for some sand play? Here are our tips

Playing in a sandpit holds fond childhood memories for many of us. Now your baby is slightly less likely to put everything they meet into their mouth, you might be considering introducing them to sand play at home. Here’s our advice for doing it without turning your house into a building site!

 Sand play can be brilliant for your baby – and for you

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