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Holidays
Perfect eco-friendly swimwear for summer
This summer, Grass&Air is coming with you and your kids on every single adventure.
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Its new Sun+Swim collection for kids ages 1 to 10 is bursting with clever ideas. Made using recycled plastic bottles and fabric offcuts, each piece has been designed for maximum enjoyment, whether kids are splashing in the paddling pool or doing karate kicks at big waves in the sea. Mix tops and bottoms to suit the occasion. Protect your child’s precious skin in a shortie suit or watch them cartwheel in a cossie!
If we had to pick one ‘can’t live without’ item, it would be the Power Poncho with its fast-drying fabric and hidden game on the inside.
Whatever your summer vibe, Grass&Air has got your family covered. Just add water.
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How to holiday responsibly
We all need to do our bit for the planet so we asked our friends at Tested by Tots for their ideas for some eco-friendly holiday products that can easily be substituted for traditional alternatives.
Beeswax wraps
Washable & reusable for up to six years. 15% discount - TOTS15
Reusable BBQs
The Landmann Piccolino BBQ comes in two colours for under £70.
Shampoo bars
Saves space and is as effective as the runny stuff. Trial sizes available.
Reef-friendly sunscreen
Switch to biodegradable spray from Nivea, freefrom ingredients that damage ocean life.
Beachwear
Frugi clothing uses GOTS certified organic cotton or recycled materials.
Sustainable toys
These use recycled materials and are vigorously safety tested. 10% discount -10GREENTOYS22
Sustainable teethers
Made from natural, plantbased rubber.
Bamboo nappies and wipes
Decompose much more quickly than regular products. 50% off newborn starter kit - NBTOT50
Eco sunglasses
Made from sustainable wheat straw. Biodegradeable. Four colours for kids ages 5-9.
Days out – put the kids in charge!
There are so many advantages to this including increased confidence for your kids and less brain work for you!
Benefits
Allows kids to exercise independence and test their abilities. Builds confidence that can then be applied in other areas eg school morning routines. Provides valuable source of additional thinking and planning for you!
Tips
Put ONE child in charge. Others will get their turn IF they cooperate with their sibling. Set a budget and be clear what it covers eg entry fees, travel costs and food. Spell everything out. Make sure they understand exactly what they are being asked to do.
Research and planning
Ensure they gather all relevant information eg opening times, entry fees, travelling times etc. Suggest they plan the day including time for departure, arrival, journey and food breaks. Offer incentives such as bonus spending money for any savings they achieve.
Keep it up
Build on the confidence your child has gained by introducing new family responsibilities. Get them to plan the weekly dinner menu or help draw up the shopping list. Start a fun day out ideas jar that everyone contributes to. Pull one out every weekend or holidays.
On the day
Let them navigate, whether that’s using a phone, map, tube map or street directory. Be tolerant; making mistakes is all part of the learning. Try to back off and not interfere too much but be there in case guidance or intervention is needed.
