Online and in the shops

* HOT WHEELS: The Puky LRM Balance Bike is a great learner bike for the smallest starters.

Suitable from 20 months, balance bikes develop co-ordination and balance and when your child wants to move on to a pedal bike, there should be no need for stabilisers. It is the lightest balance bike available, which means you can put it on top of the buggy when bringing your toddler to the park. The Puky LRM comes in kiwi, red, ocean blue or pink and costs €82 from Balancebikes.ie. There are also larger balance bikes for children up to seven years.

* ACE OF SPACE: Thinking of redecorating during the Easter holidays? Dublin-based Love Décor can help you create the perfect space for your little one with cool wallpaper and sticker designs. Stimulate your child’s imagination by bringing scenes from their favourite bedtime stories to life with the Viking warriors, or Fairyland Castle wall mural. Boost early learning with the 26-letter Alphabet Sticker Pack. Love Décor use eco-friendly, low odour, water-based inks and if you have a favourite picture or design, you can simply upload it and they can create your own individual mural. Prices start from €18 for stickers and from €50 for murals at lovedecor.com.