Sensory play doesn’t have to cost a fortune (or involve oobleck). These edible, taste-safe ideas are great for babies and toddlers — using their normal snacks or store cupboard bits you were about to bin anyway.

You don’t need fancy toys to support your baby’s development. These 7 easy play ideas use everyday items you already have — simple, fun and full of learning.

From throwing to lining things up, repetitive play can be more than it seems. Discover what play schemas are, how to recognise them, and why they matter.