Shrek the fourth

Witches, vampires, devils and ghosts. If you're based in the UK, it can be hard to find an original Halloween outfit for infants, unlike in the States where even baby bumps get to express their creativity. But you can still find a ghoulicious range of costumes delivered to both US and UK at Halloween Express. Brand new to the site, this scarily cute Shrek number will suit your little monster and have the other tots shrieking with delight. Ogle more ogre-tastic looks at Halloween Express.

Ride around the world

Planning on leaving these shores for warmer climes? Don’t make any sudden moves without picking up a Trunki for your little one. This fab new invention is the world’s first ride-on suitcase that has enough room for your babe’s spare clothes, toys and books. Kids can help pack then cruise along on their own luggage which is approved for storage in cabin compartments. Trunki is sturdy yet lightweight, gives parents a break from lugging heavy toddlers around and opens up a whole new world of fun for globe-trotting tots. Check it out at Trunki’s online store.

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Very Hungry DVD

One of our top finds this month has been an animated version of Eric Carle’s classic picture book The Very Hungry Caterpillar. First released by Disney on VHS in 1995 and re-released on DVD in 2006, this collection includes five of Carle’s popular children’s stories lovingly and faithfully recreated for the screen.

Narrated by Roger McGough and Juliet Stevenson, we meet the ravenous caterpillar that munches his way through a week’s worth of food before he transforms into a butterfly. Other shorts featured are Papa, Please Get the Moon for Me, a moving tale of a dad’s love for his daughter; the Very Quiet Cricket, about a cricket who can’t sing until he meets his mate; and the Mixed-Up Chameleon about a chameleon who tries on multiple animal features until he realises he was fine just as he was. The DVD rounds off with I See a Song, a gorgeous medley of classical music and colourful visuals that our 20-month-old made us replay again and again. The Very Hungry Caterpillar DVD breathes new life into an old favourite. Watch and be entranced. Available at Amazon.