Petite Forêt, the children's café with workshops and play area, in the 8th arrondissement

Created by Laura and Kaya, two moms keen to offer a particularly kid-friendly space in the 8th arrondissement, Petite Forêt is an oasis for families. At first glance, a stroller-café, the place is multi-disciplinary and offers a great range of coffeeshops for the whole family, in a safe and child-friendly space, even for toddlers.

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Floating clouds on the ceiling, pastel-colored furniture and truly comforting drinks: at Petite Forêt, people come for a break, as much for the parents, who can quietly sip a latte while the kids play in theplay area. "If you're a Parisian, all your girlfriends are at work and you find yourself isolated with a baby at home," says Laura, who came up with the idea for the concept during her first maternity leave. "The idea is to enable parents of newborns and young children to meet each other, especially during workshops," adds the founder.

So, on the menu you'll find organic artisanal pastries, made by Madame Charlotte in her Parisian laboratory and delivered daily, açaï bowls and vitamin-packed smoothies, savory dishes from a local caterer, all kinds of lattes (black sesame and charcoal, matcha, a golden latte with turmeric) and specialty coffees, as well as teas and infusions, hot chocolates and fruit juices.

Throughout the week, Petite Forêt is also the place to come for a toddler workshop, with messy play (sensory stimulation through pawing and touching),bilingual musical stimulation,sensory stimulation and motor skills... Up to CM2, Petite Forêt offers numerous sessions in chess, jazz dance, drawing and creative workshops. Finally, during each school vacation period, there are also day-long nature courses. For adults, pilates and yoga classes are also on the program!

On site, you'll also find a fine selection of clothes, books, handmade crockery and other creations handpicked by Laura, who now runs Petite Forêt alone (with her super team). You'll find great gift ideas for mistresses and nannies, artisanal products (jams, jewelry, necklaces) made by Parisian craftsmen, board games and ethical clothing, but only the team's favorites.

Petit Forêt offers privatization of its various rooms: for your child's birthday party, with entertainer and cakes (optional or not) or, for larger events, with complete privatization of the premises. It's a great place to visit, whether you're with the family, on your own or with the kids!