The best of United Square

Children’s brand Petit Bateau (#01-84) embodies a classic French style, evident by the Breton stripe onesies ($79) for newborns and collared gingham shirts ($109) for boys. If the timeless designs of the pieces make you wish that they came in bigger sizes, you’re in luck. There’s an adult collection for women (from $59), too – it’s small but adequate for mummy-child dress-a-like days. Sorry, dudes!

Learning through play is a vital part of every kid’s growth. And Early Learning Centre (#02-18/21) is not just any toy shop. Its playthings are designed and created by children development experts such as psychologists and teachers who have kids aged zero to six in mind. First opened in the UK in 1973, the store stocks objects that are rigorously tested to meet and exceed British and European standards for toy safety.