Mummy's little mermaid! Swimsuit-clad Tamara Ecclestone plants a sweet kiss on daughter Sophia as they enjoy a pool day in LA

Her inseparable bond with her daughter was well in evidence on Thursday afternoon during a poolside appearance in Los Angeles.

As temperatures continued to soar across southern California Tamara Ecclestone planted a loving kiss on two-year old Sophia after wading into the cool water for a refreshing dip.

The brunette looked stunning in a white swimsuit that served to accentuate her toned frame while splashing around with the youngster – her only child with husband Jay Rutland.

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The doting mother ensured her daughter was by her side at all times as they made their way around the pool after emerging from their hotel - and she saw the funny side as Sophia gamely tested the water with her toe. 

Social media fan Tamara later took pictures of Sophia waist deep in water with her mobile phone - discernible by virtue of the case bearing a picture of herself.

Taking to Instagram later that day she shared a cute shot of the youngster cooling off in an inflatable pool.