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As the kids go back to school in the next few days after an exciting half-term filled with lie-ins, exciting adventures and a mountain of play fun, we are all out of our old routine. As any parent knows, getting your kids dressed, fed and out of the door on time can be a huge challenge. That’s why we’ve put together our top tips to help you speed up the school run every morning. Set out breakfast This might not be the first thing you think of to get everyone out of the door on time, but setting out the breakfast table the night before saves so much time. There’s no arguing about who is sitting where, you can make sure the TV is off to avoid distractions and you don’t need to get anything out of the cupboards. Take 5 minutes before you go to bed to set out breakfast. Lay out the cereal boxes, put bowls on everyone’s place mat and even put the tea bag in your favourite mug to get your morning brew as quickly as possible!   Get a good night’s sleep The key to waking up ready for the day is getting a great night’s sleep. Invest in a bed...

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At Kids Beds Online we like to celebrate the brands that we stock and make sure to shout about them as much as we possibly can do! This month we want to feature two of our most loved brands Flintshire Furniture and Steens. Both brands offer so much to kids bedrooms and we want to share their design success.   Flintshire Furniture Flintshire Furniture is all about finding practical solutions for any kids bedroom. As a brand they understand that parents want kids furniture that lasts for as long as it’s needed, that’s why you will find built-in storage solutions such as kid-friendly wardrobes, drawers and shelving incorporated into every design. Bedtime has never been so much fun with their exciting bed combinations to create the perfect bed for every child. A Flintshire Furniture bed is more than just a bed. Every bed they create comes fully equipped with space-saving benefits and a fun design that kids are sure to love. All Flintshire Furniture’s beds are crafted from solid oak and other sustainably sourced hardwoods which offer quality and durability that you can rely on year after year. The high-quality materials and extensive time and care that go into the manufacture of every...

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Bedrooms are not the easiest home to decorate, especially when you want to please your kids so much. Decorating your kid’s bedroom is no easy project, but when you get it spot on, your kids will absolutely love it. Nowadays there are so many design solutions to consider which makes everything that bit harder when deciding on the perfect bedroom decor for your children. We’ve pulled together the top trends from designers to compile the ultimate guide to kids’ bedroom inspiration in 2023.   Gain some space To maximise the space in their bedroom you might want to consider investing in a mid or a high sleeper to maximise floor space and available storage. Mid sleepers and high sleepers that incorporate essential storage and furniture reduce the need for additional furniture in your kids bedrooms. Meaning you can optimise how your kids use their room and incorporate more functional space whatever that need may be. They might be able to play in their bedroom more and let you have a little bit of me-time once in a while in the living room. Let them use their imagination  Whether your child is obsessed with unicorns, space, reading, Tiktok or everything pink, you can work their interests...

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Possibly the coolest bed on the planet... it's the Gaming Bed! Gaming desk? Check! Sofa bed for sleepovers? Check? Parent of the year? You'll have to see! Transform your teenagers bedroom space by investing in a mutlifunctional bed, not only dones it save space but also looks super cool. The concept of gaming beds are new to the market, but provide the perfect bedroom hybrid for any budding gamer or enthusiast. At Kids Beds Online we have some great gaming beds that allow space to fit your screens to create the ultimate gaming bedroom. Perfect for the dedicated gamer; some of our high beds have space for more than one screen for the full visual experience or maybe a high bed with screen space underneath and a cosy sofa chair to settle into while you link up and play with friends.   How do gaming beds and desks work? Gaming beds and desks allow you to combine both bedroom essentials into one compact solution and avoid overcrowding in any bedroom. Each Gaming bed has been designed with study and gaming in mind, allowing the two to combine seamlessly. The full desk fits under the high bed, which allows plenty of space for plenty of screens...

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We really do think that there is a mid sleeper bed for every child out there. Mid sleeper beds are really versatile bedroom solutions, with multi-use designs underneath the bed’s platform which is used for storage. Ultimately, mid sleeper beds come in a wide range of designs, formations and sleek features so there’s a perfect bed out there for every child. There is no one size fits all approach, there are hundreds of different designs and formations to make sure that you can find the perfect solution for any shaped room or child’s interest. With mid sleeper beds it’s important to think outside the box and find a design you know they will love but it’s important to consider their age and the duration of the bed when you’re picking out a style. Are mid sleepers suitable for toddlers? Mid sleeper beds are the ultimate bed solution for adventurous toddlers. Toddlers will get endless amounts of fun out of a mid sleeper bed, especially if it incorporated a theme they love. Many toddlers like to make dens and play with tents, slides and tunnels, for which the mid sleeper bed is the perfect addition. We have a range of mid sleeper beds that...

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2023 appears to be no different to other years with everyone trying to maximise storage solutions at home, especially in our kids bedrooms. Our most common request is to provide our customers with beds with built in storage that provides plenty of additional storage for any child’s bedroom. It’s not just about finding additional storage though, many parents want storage solutions that incorporate stylish designs and can often hide away toys and clothes where possible. With a room brimming with toys and entertainment, it is important to have somewhere where everything can be stored neatly and accessed safely. One of the easiest options is to choose beds with built in storage such as a mid sleeper bed, as it doesn’t take up any more floor space but provides you with much-needed storage.   Mid sleeper storage space A mid sleeper cabin bed makes the most excellent space saver, providing a fun and functional furniture option your kids will love.Mid sleeper beds offer multifunctional solutions that can be changed and adapted as your child grows up. You can shop for beds based on the other additional features you need in your child’s bedroom, such as beds that include shelving, storage boxes, pull out...

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With a new year upon us, many of us are thinking of new years resolutions, new year plans and ways to transform our home in the future. Our kids bedrooms are often one of the most transformed places in the home purely because our Children grow and develop at such a rapid pace. We have a wide range of inspirational kids beds to find the perfect solution for every child, including the little boy in your life. Lets make your boys bedroom the focus of 2023.   Play up to their interests Create the ultimate boy’s bedroom by finding a bed that matches their interests and hobbies. Whether they love race cars, buses, space or sports you can find a bed that suits their personality. Plus, you can also be clever and find a bed that also offers plenty of storage so you can neatly put away all of their Christmas gifts this year without a big mess in your boy’s bedroom floor. Your little boy will be amazed at their new bed and want to spend so much time in their brand new bed that bedtime will become the easiest part of the day!   Suit their needs  One of the big ideas to consider...

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With the new year just around the corner, it is time to start thinking about new beginnings, and why not start by thinking of home. A new year is the perfect way to make fresh starts, set challenges and do something new, so why not think about your children's beds. With the perfect night sleep, you will be helping your kids to accomplish everything they hope for in 2023 and more. Think about moving your toddler from a cot to a bed or kids from starter beds to midsleepers and beyond. At Kids Beds Online we have a vast range of beds to help you find some inspiration to give your child the perfect night sleep every night in 2023.     From cots to beds? As kids grow up so fast it can be hard to know when you should move your toddler from their cot to a grown up first bed. Moving from a cot to a bed is a huge milestone for both you as a parent and the child. They will feel pride in their achievement and it will help them to gain a little more independence. Knowing when to make the step up to a first bed is not always straightforward but...

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When school breaks up for the festive holidays and the excitement of Christmas day has passed it can be hard to know how to keep your kids entertained without making them too excited for Christmas. School holidays are never easy, especially when we all live in an unusual limbo between Christmas and New Year. How are you meant to entertain restless little ones without causing burnout for yourself? How are you meant to get ready for the New Year whilst still keeping them entertained? How do you still keep the daily routines going strong? Don’t stress – we’ve put together three brilliant ideas that are super easy to organise and promise to keep children entertained before the New Year. Who knows, you might even have fun yourself and get your chores done! Get baking A perfect rainy day activity that the kids always love. You can also tick off items on your neverending to-do list with this one too as you can make some tasty treats that can be enjoyed over the Christmas period or given as a gift to friends and family. Whether it’s Rudolph biscuits, Christmas tree tasty bites or snowy chocolate teacakes, there’s bound to be a festive baking activity...

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As Christmas is fast approaching and as the first Christmas in a few years where families feel comfortable getting together after the pandemic, finding sleeping arrangements to work for everyone is essential. Sleepovers to children are always an exciting idea for a child, no matter whether they are 5 or 15, the idea of having someone over to stay doesn’t lose its magic as a child. Sleepovers and family get-togethers can often be noisy, bubbly and potentially full of hyper kids if you’ve treated them to a bag of sweets or two. So, it is important that you can keep the kids in their bedroom with the perfect sleepover set up so you can still enjoy your evening with family and friends celebrating together.  We’ve got a range of sleepover ready bedroom pieces that will enable cousins or friends to a sleepover in style.   High sleepers & Mid sleepers Sleepovers As high sleepers and mid sleepers provide both a sleep space and vital storage solutions they take up a lot less space so theirbedroom will offer a more flexible solution and often provide that essential spare bed too! These types of beds often come with a solution to fold down or pull out a...

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