Parenthood brings a rainbow of spills, stains and suspicious smears. Nursery playthings remind us of bright primary colours we may have otherwise shunned in grown-up life. No doubt about it, early years parenting is one of the most colourful times of life. ‍To help you identify the various shades and hues of parenthood, we’ve put together this handy colour chart that encapsulates everything from glitter slime to liquid burps and, of course, Kidadl orange.‍

Parenthood brings a rainbow of spills, stains and suspicious smears. Nursery playthings remind us of bright primary colours we may have otherwise shunned in grown-up life. No doubt about it, early years parenting is one of the most colourful times of life.