Londoner Soldat zum Schieben

Our little one took to this straight away — the wooden wheels roll so smoothly that even an unsteady toddler can keep it moving. It's sturdy enough to take a few bumps and the bright colors keep her attention.

The paint job is so bright and cheerful, my son stops to point at the soldier's hat every time he pushes it along. It's solid wood and glides smoothly on our hardwood floors, which really helps him build confidence with his first steps.

My little one grips the wooden handle with both hands and stomps after it every single day, and the colourful paint has survived plenty of tumbles without chipping. It's sturdy enough to lean on while he steadies himself, which is exactly what I hoped for those wobbly first steps.