Designing play spaces for little ones isn’t just about keeping toys tidy. It’s about creating corners of calm, creativity and connection. From those first cosy months to the busy toddler years, each stage brings new adventures and a little more noise. The right play pieces grow with your child, offering comfort when they need a cuddle and freedom when they’re ready to explore.
In this guide, we’ve gathered a few of our favourite ideas and products to help you create a space that feels playful, practical, and beautifully in tune with family life.
Newborn Nesting - 0 to 9 Months
Those first months are all about slowing down and settling in. It’s a season of quiet moments, tiny discoveries, and finding comfort in the simplest things. Creating a calm, soft space helps you and your baby ease into this new rhythm together.
For those early snuggles, a Newborn Baby Lounger offers a gentle, supportive place for your little one to rest beside you. Its soft organic cotton feels kind against delicate skin, while its lightweight design makes it easy to keep close, whether you’re on the sofa, in the nursery, or away for the weekend. It’s not suitable for sleep, but perfect for cuddles, play, and those quiet everyday moments together
The Baby Beanbag is another lovely choice for this stage, giving babies a cosy spot to recline safely as they start to take in the world around them. It’s soft, breathable, and adaptable enough to grow with them through their first months and beyond.
Little touches make all the difference too. A soft Comforter can bring reassurance between cuddles, while the gentle movement of the CoZee 2 in 1 Crib and Cot Mobile helps soothe your baby into calmer moments. Both add warmth and familiarity to the everyday, making your nursery feel even more like home.
What Parents Say
As one parent shared, “Our wee grandson loves laying on his beanbag and watching television in comfort.” It’s those small, real moments that make early days feel special, calm, connected, and completely your own.
Another praised the beautiful comforter - “ my little one can’t live without his. Washes well and no signs of any wear and tear after 2 years, but have bought spares just in case.”
On the Move - 6 Months to 2 Years
As your baby begins to roll, crawl, and pull themselves up, the world suddenly feels much bigger. This stage is all about movement, discovery, and finding new ways to explore safely. A well-thought-out play space can make those first adventures feel calm and confident for both of you.
The Hexa Playpen creates a secure little zone for your baby to stretch, play and practise their new moves. Designed with sturdy panels and rounded edges, it offers a safe space for exploration that blends seamlessly into modern homes, giving you peace of mind while your little one enjoys some independence.
For sensory play that sparks curiosity, the Bola Ball Pit offers a soft, cosy environment for little explorers. The gentle textures and rounded foam edges help develop grip strength and coordination, while the included balls keep tiny hands busy with colour and motion.
If you prefer open play, the Infinity Baby Playmat provides a soft yet supportive surface for crawling, tumbling, and tummy time. Its modular design lets you expand the space as your child grows, and the neutral tones blend easily with your home style.
The CoZee Mini Me Play Crib is a lovely way to encourage imaginative play early on. It mirrors the look and feel of a real crib, helping toddlers build empathy and independence through gentle role play with their dolls and teddies.
For little ones with big imaginations, Mimi the Woolly Mammoth and Douglas the Highland Cow Rocking Toys turn everyday play into mini adventures. Sturdy, beautifully made and full of character, they spark creativity and help little explorers build confidence through gentle movement.
What Parents Say
One parent shared this about the Douglas Rocking Toy, “A big hit with both the child and the adults. A really beautiful product, well packaged and arrived quickly. Extremely happy and would definitely recommend.”
Toddler Time - 1 to 3 Years
As little ones move from babyhood into toddler life, their world expands in every direction. This is the age of curiosity, imagination, and newfound independence, and creating spaces that nurture those moments makes all the difference.
The Micah Mini Me and Jonah Mini Me Rocking Chairs are designed with that gentle transition in mind. Perfect for story time, daydreaming, or winding down after play, these cosy chairs give growing kids a special spot to call their own. The soft boucle fabric feels comforting to the touch, and their miniature design mirrors the grown-up chairs they love to copy, helping them feel both independent and included.
For the little helpers who love to be part of the action, the Helping Hands Montessori Toddler Learning Tower encourages exploration and shared moments. By raising your child safely to counter height, it lets them join in with everyday kitchen activities — stirring, pouring, or simply watching and learning.
The Scala Montessori 3 in 1 Pikler Climbing Frame with Climbing Wall is all about safe, open ended fun. Inspired by the Montessori approach, it gives little ones the freedom to climb, stretch and explore at their own pace, building confidence as they go. With its sturdy wooden design and thoughtful details, it is made to grow alongside their curiosity.
The Playrama Montessori Kids Play Sofa brings a touch of calm to busy play spaces. One moment it is a cosy corner for story time, the next it is a castle, rocket, or hideaway of their own making. Designed for flexibility and comfort, it encourages creativity while offering a soft place to unwind when the adventures pause.
What Parents Say
One parent shared their thoughts on the learning tower, “Easy to assemble, sturdy, so good for toddlers, fits perfectly under the kitchen unit, great colour.”
Another said about the play sofa that “Excellent quality, colour is beautiful, fabric nice to touch and grippy so blocks don't slip and slide easily. It took a couple of days to inflate fully. I can see my child making good use of it for years to come.”
Together, these thoughtful pieces invite your toddler to learn, relax, and explore at their own pace, making the everyday moments of family life that little bit more connected.
Summary
As your child grows, their play evolves from gentle snuggles and tummy time to building towers, make-believe games and curious kitchen helping. What matters most is having a space that feels safe, inspiring and full of warmth.
Whether it’s a soft spot to unwind, a space to move freely or a setup that brings family closer together, your playroom should evolve just like your little one does, with comfort, creativity and love at its heart.
