Family & Children

Pottery Barn Kids has recently welcomed a new and exclusive line up of baby gear, in collaboration with industry-leading brands for the first time ever. The collaboration enables parents to explore a wide range of essential products that are contemporary, innovative with optimum safety for their young ones.

In today’s world, working parents appreciate the substantial effort that goes into juggling long hours, while at the same time ensuring that children are happy and well cared for. Some may have solid support systems in place, making it that much easier, while others may have to do it all solo.

The UNESCO-backed Voices of Future Generations (VOFG) programme has appointed HH Sheikha Hissa Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum as a Goodwill Ambassador for the Gulf region, with the Emirates Literature Foundation confirmed as consultants for the project for the next five years.

With schools out for the summer, parents across the region are looking for ways to keep their children engaged and entertained, and the peak summer heat leaves limited options for outdoor activities. Parents can encourage their children to use this time spent indoors productively by learning new things on the Internet with the help of various educational websites and applications. Experts agree that when used in moderation and under proper supervision, the use of the Internet can be valuable to a child’s development.

Dedicated to delighting families with its high-standard services, Studio M Arabian Plaza Hotel & Hotel Apartments, the lifestyle property by Millennium Hotels & Resorts announced the opening of The Playspace, an interactive edutainment area for kids below seven years old. The newly-furnished play area is designed to cater to both hotel and restaurant guests.

This summer, Emaar Entertainment assures the little ones exhilarating adventures at its summer camps. From learning the art of fashion to becoming a marine biologist, as well honing dancing and singing skills, children will have an array of meaningful and activity-based experiences.