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Moving your child from a cot to a bed can be a very tricky time - not least for mums and dads. What if your child won’t sleep? What if they keep getting up? Worse still, what if they want to sleep in your bed every single night?! Whatever your worries might be, try and leave them at the bedroom door. If your child picks up on any jitters or nerves about the impending ‘big move’, it could scupper your plans for a smooth and easy transition.         At what age should I move my child from a cot to a bed? Every child is unique, so the answer to this will vary greatly. The..

Decorating the nursery is a very exciting time for new mums. Creating a comfortable and safe space for baby is always top priority - but delightful décor comes a very close second! For most mums this means getting completely carried away with every teddy bear, bell and whistle imaginable. As lovely as that is, it also helps to leave space in those plans to consider the world of toddlerhood too, so there won’t be a vast amount to change when the time comes. The early months of motherhood are often a blur of feeding, soothing and snatched hours of sleep. But before you know it, y..

If your child’s bedroom is a little on the small side it’s probably going to need the most work. Aside from choosing the right bed, furniture and décor to suit a small room, children tend to have a mountain of paraphernalia which they seldom want to part with! With this in mind it pays to make sure you maximise every inch of their available space. We’ve put together a few ideas to help you get those little rooms just right and create a stunning space that your child will love to call their very own.     Mirror mirror on the wall… Natural light can make or break a r..

Your child’s bedroom is arguably the most important room in your home. Whether playing, working or sleeping, it’s the one space your little one gets to call their very own. A happy bedroom makes a happy child. With this in mind, it pays to get it right and create a room that is calming yet stimulating, organised, yet relaxed. Striking the right balance is key, but where do you begin? Perhaps the most sensible thing to consider first is how to maximise your available space. Whether it’s a single or double bed you require, bookcase or bedside cabinet, it’s important to know your limitatio..

    It has long been claimed that a good night’s sleep is the perfect natural remedy. From health and wellbeing to growth and school grades, a good restful slumber hits the ‘reset button’ and can prove to be a real game changer in our little one’s lives for sure – not to mention keeping us grown-ups beautiful too! Sleep is such a precious and sought-after ‘skill’ that we are regularly bombarded with tips and tricks on how to get it just right. Counting sheep, no screens, no caffeine, the list is endless. So when your child comes trundling in at 3am, after you’ve just nod..

  Hearing nothing but the soft breathing of your child in the evening is perhaps one of the most rewarding times of the day when you are a parent. After all, the rigmarole that surrounds a bedroom routine can be an extremely stress-inducing task. First of all, it is important to remember that almost all children go through a phase of playing up at bed time – you aren’t alone! Whether too full of energy, scared of being alone or simply looking for your attention, children can often misbehave in the build up to their bedtime.  However, with a little patience and practice, you ..

  At Little Lucy Willow, our boys beds have been designed with a good night’s sleep in mind. We put space and comfort at the top of our list and the result is a collection of stunning boys beds that are suitable for toddlers as well as teens. By using the best materials available and handcrafting our boys beds to order, we make sure our customers always get a product that will last for decades and beyond. That’s why our boys beds might cost a little more than those available on the high street but we believe that such an investment is worth it.   Why choose boys beds b..

We know that Christmas isn’t yet done and dusted but there’s nothing like planning for the year ahead…especially when it comes to your slumber. Forget about obsessing over that new job, your summer holidays or your dream orangery. Sleep is where it’s at because without it, you won’t be ticking off anything on that wish list of yours! While you ponder over how to sleep better during the coming 12 months, ponder this too...Sleep is everybody’s best friend, not least your child’s. Here are just a few of the many benefits your little one will get from a restful, snuggly night’s sleep…   ..

There’s still time to pack those personalised stockings with something cute or cuddly from our gorgeous children’s gifts collection. Whether you child is three or thirteen, we have something to delight them this Christmas. Take your pick from stationery, lunch bags, picture frames and keepsakes plus many, many more fantastic fillers for those all important stockings! Here are a few of our favourites…   Colour changing umbrellas Watch the pretty pictures on the umbrella change colour when it rains, then change back again when the storm is over. An entertaining gift for any c..

                The countdown has begun! You may be a little stressed about getting ship shape and organised but you are NOT alone. If you recognise the following festive scenarios, it’s highly likely that in fact, you’re bang on schedule and ready to roll into Christmas…     You may not have plucked those dodgy decorations out of the loft just yet but the thought has been niggling you for weeks. Your trip up that ladder is imminent! Present buying has begun, despite thinking you’re a little on the late side - mainly due to that unbearable show-..

If you’re considering investing in some brand new children’s furniture, now is a good time to take the plunge.   Not least because we’re offering £100 off accessories, children's bedding, decor and gifts when you spend over £1500 on any of our beautiful children’s beds and exclusive collections!   (This cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or when purchasing using our finance option by the way...)   Whatever your child desires we’ve got it covered here at Little Lucy Willow. From simple, timeless designs to luxurious opulence.   Our exclusive collections a..

We expect most of you have given a fleeting thought to the season of goodwill by now, if not started buying gifts already. You might even be one of those annoyingly organised folk who has everything bought and wrapped, with your cards stacked up, written and ready to go. If only we could say the same! For those of you lesser mortals who aren’t so adept, we might just be able to help. Not only have we got a gorgeous selection of gifts for children, we have some pre-Christmas essentials too...     Personalised Christmas goodies for that special little someone Children lov..

If you want your child to sleep exceptionally well on Christmas Eve then we can help…   At Little Lucy Willow, we have lots of comfortable, luxurious - and very beautiful - beds, so your child will sleep soundly while Santa gets on with delivering those goody bags undisturbed!     Looby Lou Collection     Comfortable children’s beds   To have a really good night’s sleep, children need a spacious yet secure place to rest their weary heads. Our beds tick both boxes and are extremely comfortable too - especially when purchased along with a luxurious pocket sprung..

      What could be better than closing the curtains, lighting the fire and settling in with the family for some quality Saturday night television? Snacks in hand of course. We all love a bit of TV but do we realise just how damaging our children’s ever increasing screen time could be?   A future of health problems? Scientists from the University of California say that children who spend more than four hours a day in front of a screen are four times more likely to suffer cardiovascular diseases in later life. Anger issues? A study at the University of Michigan fou..