Posted on June 30, 2010 in Fashion & Accessories, Gadgets & Gear, Newborn & Baby, Organise & Personalise, Play & Read by Simone

You’ve got to love zebra print – it combines the chic aesthetic of black and white with a quirky animalistic edge. Take an urban safari with these sensational stripy pieces. No zebras were harmed!

A. Plan Toys pull-along zebra from Modern Little Munchkins – RRP$39.95
B. Baby Bella Maya Zoe Zebra baby shoes from Babes in Arms – RRP$19.95
C. Baby Zebra safari romper suit from Nature’s Little Creations – RRP$18
D. OiOi zebra hobo nappy bag available at BubBee – RRP$179
E. Pintoy safari ranger’s vehicle available from Gr8 Toys – was RRP$74.95 now $64.95
F. Baby wipes clutch in zebra print from Dashbaby – RRP$35
G. Vintage scrabble keyring by Shelbyville on Madeit – RRP$16
H. Zebra Minkytimes modern cloth nappy available from Green Kids – RRP$27

Tags: Babes in Arms, Baby Bella Maya, BubBee, Dashbaby, Gr8 Toys, Green Kids, Look Book, Madeit, Minkytimes, Modern Little Munchkins, Nature's Little Creations, OiOi, Pintoy, Plan Toys, Shelbyville

Posted on June 30, 2010 in iPhone Apps by Simone

Weet Woo! allows your child to safely connect to YouTube and watch thousands of filtered, kid-friendly videos organised into playlists. There’s also a Fun Shows channel full of favourite clips like Scooby Doo, Spiderman and many more. Great for entertainment on the go!

Buy it on iTunes

Posted on June 30, 2010 in Bed, Bath & Kitchen, Maternity, Newborn & Baby, WIN WIN WIN by Simone

Sorry, this competition is now CLOSED.

Congratulations to our winners: T Bishop, Ormeau QLD; S Lawson, Craigieburn VIC; S Stavretis, Scarborough WA

Bluearth Baby Water is Australia’s first 100% pure water for you and your baby, eliminating the need to boil water for formula or drinking. Conveniently purified and bottled, take it on-the-go in 600ml and 1.5 litre bottles, or get free home delivery with 15 litre refillable containers.

Three lucky Mum’s Grapevine members will win a carton of Bluearth Baby Water (24 x 600 ml bottles) valued at $58 each. Never get stuck trying desperately to cool down boiled water again!

To enter, make sure you are subscribed to the Mum’s Grapevine newsletter, then visit www.bluearthwater.com and tell us in 25 words or less why Bluearth Baby Water is best for your baby. Email your answer, name, address and phone number to [email protected] with ‘Bluearth’ as the subject line.

Competition closes midnight 30 July, 2010

Read our Terms & Conditions

Tags: Bluearth Baby Water

Posted on June 29, 2010 in Decor & Furniture by Simone

Kids are always on the go and rarely stationary, but when they eventually sit down, there’s no reason they shouldn’t do it in style!

Designer replicas are all the rage right now – so whether its a Phillipe Starck original, a mini Bertoia or a knock-off Panton, you needn’t wear out the credit card to invest in modern classics for small folk.

Kartell Philippe Starck mini Lou Lou chair available from Top 3 By Design – RRP$160
‘Little Bert’ replica Harry Bertoia child’s chair available from Little Nest – RRP$99
Replica Junior Panton S chair available from Clickon Furniture – was $48 now $38

Tags: Clickon Furniture, Kartell, Little Nest, Looks for less, Top3 by design

Posted on June 28, 2010 in Fashion & Accessories, Play & Read by Simone

If your little man likes his apple juice shaken, not stirred, then this stylish secret agent outfit is definitely for him.

Pinstripe two-tone waistcoat by Eternal Creation – RRP$54.95
SOOKIbaby tuxedo tee available from Baby Let’s Cruz – RRP$24.95
Ray Ban Junior sunglasses available from esunnies RRP$201.30
Mini Automoblix sports car available in a 3-pack from Mini Men – RRP$54.95

Tags: Automoblox, Baby Let's Cruz, esunnies, Eternal Creation, Mini Men, Ray Ban Junior, SOOKIbaby

Posted on June 27, 2010 in Bed, Bath & Kitchen, Fashion & Accessories, Play & Read by Simone

Wimbledon is in full swing this week, so start scoffing the strawberries and cream, and fire up the totem tennis for a volley of fun!

A. Polka ‘Stylus’ miniskirt available from Millie Molly Moo – was $49.95 now $24.95
B. Fini tennis ball gum available from The Professors Shop – RRP$25.95 (for 50)
C. Boys’ shiny jacket available from Bardot Junior – RRP$69.95
D. Chunky cotton knit headband available from seed – RRP$29.95
E. BabyLegs leg warmers in orange/aqua available from Babes in Arms – RRP$14.95
F. Sky blue canvas tennis shoes by Walnut Melbourne – RRP$29.95
G. Oobi stripe knit vest available from Ten Little Indians – RRP$29.95
H. Orbit totem tennis racquets available from oo.com.au – RRP$8.95 (set of two)

Tags: Babes in Arms, BabyLegs, Bardot Junior, Fini, Look Book, Millie Molly, oo.com.au, Oobi, Orbit, Polka, Seed, Ten Little Indians, The Professors Shop, Walnut Melbourne

Posted on June 26, 2010 in Bed, Bath & Kitchen, Decor & Furniture by Simone

Do wheelies over this adorable transport themed bedlinen set. The subtle greys and blues will satisfy your inner interior designer, while your little boy gets his car fetish fix. Don’t miss the hilarious matching truck cushions – who doesn’t love a soft little mega truck to cuddle up to at night?

Sweet dreams, motor heads!

Available from holly&eddie – Single quilt set RRP$77, tow-truck cushion RRP$29.95, truck cushion RRP$28.95

Tags: holly&eddie

Posted on June 25, 2010 in Play & Read by Simone

Break out the extra-large handkerchiefs – it’s Red Nose Day!

Support the important work of SIDS and Kids by donning a red nose to be silly for a serious cause. Or pick up one of these super cute Di’NOSE’aur plush toys and know that with every cuddle, you’re helping saving the lives of babies and children. Now that’s something to roar about.

Available from Button Baby – RRP$6.00

Tags: Button Baby, SIDS and Kids

Posted on June 24, 2010 in Play & Read by Clare

If you’re a child of the 70’s you’ll probably remember bouncing around your cousin’s backyard while dodging the sprinkler on one of these groovy numbers. Take yourself back and savour the memories with a retro Oobi Space Hopper – not for you, for your kids of course. Way cooler than your average sack race!

Available from Paperartzi Boutique – were $29.95 now $28.45 each

Tags: Oobi, Paperartzi Boutique

Posted on June 23, 2010 in Bed, Bath & Kitchen, Decor & Furniture, Fashion & Accessories, Play & Read by Simone

Don’t be scared, these little monsters come in peace … and fun, and madness, and huge, monster-sized giggles!

A. Personalised party invitations by Mooo – from RRP$1.50 each
B. Scary Monster Lights available from The Infant Boutique – RRP$55
C. Kideko monster quilt cover set available from Little Living – was $120 now $75
D. Monster Couture Bat Storm decals from The Wall Sticker Company – RRP$90
E. Uglydoll OX plush clip-on toy available from Minotaur – RRP$10.99
F. Cried Wolf ‘Mono’ tee available from Little Pinwheel – was $44.95 now $29.20
G. French Bull monster cup available from The Hip Infant – RRP$9.95
H. Junior boys’ monster pyjamas from Peter Alexander – RRP$39.90

Tags: Cried Wolf, French Bull, Kideko, Little Living, Little Pinwheel, Look Book, Minotaur, Monster Couture, Mooo, Peter Alexander, Sleep, The Hip Infant, The Infant Boutique, The Wall Sticker Company, Uglydoll