You do not need hours to build a strong bond. Just tiny, consistent moments. Try these simple, everyday ways to connect with your child through play, rituals, and calm presence. Bear and Cub makes it easy with a gentle space designed for ages 0 to 5.

Calm, connection, and creativity are not buzzwords at Bear and Cub. They are the way we design every detail for Bendigo families with children under five, so little ones can explore and parents can finally breathe.

Open ended play is not just cute, it is brain building. Simple, child led materials boost attention, language, creativity, and self regulation while keeping sessions calm. At Bear and Cub in Bendigo, we design our 0 to 5 space to make this kind of learning feel effortless and fun.

A calm and sugar light Halloween for under fives. Join Bear and Cub for gentle dress ups, simple sensory play, and cozy photo moments designed for happy toddlers and relaxed parents. Halloween week starts Thursday 31 October in Bendigo. Costumes welcome!