Flora and the Flamingo
by M. Idle
This fantastic flap book is proof that books don’t need words to be fabulous. The illustrations tell the story superbly and kids will love exploring the dancing adventures of Flora and her graceful flamingo friend through interactive flaps. There are twists, turns, surprises and a splashy ending to delight young readers!
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Every parent knows … once you find a settling technique that works for your baby, you’d better be prepared to keep doing it over and over again. Unfortunately, sometimes that means you get stuck in a pattern of patting, rocking, pacing the house or driving around the block at ungodly hours, which can be exhausting and impractical.
The Sleep Rumbler offers an alternative settling method that’s easier on tired parents and can be used anywhere. Pop your baby in the pram and roll it over the Sleep Rumbler mat, which recreates the gentle bumping and rocking motion of the womb. The mat can be folded up and stowed in the bottom of your pram so you can take it with you and use it on the go, providing that all-important consistency that babies love.
No more pushing prams in bad weather, endless driving or aching arms. The Sleep Rumbler could be just the sanity-saver every new mum needs.
Available from Bubba Funk – $69.95
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The secret to harmonious life with a baby is to be adaptable. Sleep when you can, go with the flow, and follow your instincts. That’s why the Bednest immediately jumps out as a fantastic product – because not only does it have stunning good looks, it gives you maximum options for keeping baby happy and getting some extra shut eye.
If you’re keen to co-sleep but want to do it safely, this is a fabulous idea. The Bednest adjusts to the correct height and then secures safely to the side of your bed. The bassinet’s mesh sides can then be folded down so you have close contact and access to your baby. Reach over to pat and settle, or breastfeed easily during the night. It’s also great for mums recovering from a Caesarian. The Bednest can also be used as a bassinet on its own, or tilted to help comfort refluxy babies. It even folds flat for storage and travel. This is a brilliant investment for the first six months that you’ll be thankful for with each subsequent child.
Available from Danish by Design – $599.95
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These super soft plush animals are just crying out for cuddles!
miYim softies are made from certified organic cotton and recycled fibre filling. Made with safety and sustainability in mind, there are loads of sigh-inducing sweeties to delight your child. Choose from cute Storybook Plush animals, perfectly sized for little arms to hold, or tie yourself up in knots with twisty ‘Yogatales’ that can be pulled and tied any which way. These oh-so-snuggly creatures are coloured by eco-friendly dyes and are 100% certified non-toxic, helping make your child’s environment both stimulating and safe.
Visit Coolkidz or contact [email protected] for your nearest stockist – Stoybook Plush $49.95 / Yogatales $39.95
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Twins means twice the smiles, twice the fun and twice the stuff!
The secret to not looking like a packhorse every time you leave the house is the right bag. This clever Lassig bag is designed with several kids in mind. Mums of twins or two kids close in age will appreciate the extra large change mat, double bottle holders, double soother holders and extra long stroller hooks. Combined with roomy compartments, zip pouch and wet pocket, this is one bag that makes life a lot easier for busy mums.
Available from Lassig – $199.95
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As luscious as a licorice allsort, this colourful new cotton blanket from Lilly & Lolly combines cosy comfort with delicious eye candy. Generously sized, you can make up a bed with it, or wrap your kids up on the couch for cuddles and stories. The bold stripes in navy, orange, green and yellow make a cool jumping off point for funky room styling.
Available from Lilly & Lolly – $149
Style it with … products available from Lilly & Lolly.
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Imagine having choice – an ultra-light, easy-fold stroller for those quick trips to the shop and a workhorse with forward and rear facing seat for those longer days out and about. One lucky Mum’s Grapevine subscriber will get just that when they win the UPPAbaby stroller pack valued at $1,247 including the UPPAbaby G-LUXE stroller and ALTA stroller complete with bassinet.
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Introducing the newest member of the UPPAbaby stroller family: G-LUXE. It’s zippy, ultra light-weight, loaded with features and we think you might just fall in love.
Weighing in at a minuscule 4.9 kilograms, the G-LUXE is the perfect stroller for travel and all the racing around that comes with kids. Shopping list in one hand, stroller in the other and nap time on the way? No problem – simple recline the super comfy seat with one hand, tweak the adjustable footrest and ta-da – nap time on-the-go.
Did we mention it stands on its own – literally? After folding down using nothing more than the fingers on one hand, the G-LUXE creates a bike-stand like effect that lets it stand independently out of the way.
And, of course, it’s loaded with features we all look for in the ideal stroller: roomy basket storage, removable seat pad for machine washing, extendable SPF 50+ sunshade, stain and water resistant fabrics and a colour selection to die for.
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If you are looking for a reclining umbrella stroller that’s part car stroller, part nap stroller then you can’t go past the UPPAbaby G-LUXE (A$349).
Ten lucky Mum’s Grapevine Subscribers will each win a copy of Miffy the Movie on DVD.
Miffy the Movie is sure to be on high rotation during the wet months ahead. Toddlers and preschoolers alike will delight in the simple pleasures of Miffy’s treasure hunting adventure. Miffy and friends explore the zoo, searching out clues given to them by Mother and Father bunny, meeting a host of animals along the way.
There is a nice little interactive scene with Miffy at the start, and a running refrain for kids to sing along with (We’re going on a treasure hunt!). Innocent enough for tiny tots and engaging enough for Miffy-loving pre-schoolers to indulge in a nostalgia kick, Miffy the Movie is a must-have addition to the kids’ DVD collection.
Ten lucky mum’s Grapevine subscribers will each win a copy of Miffy the Movie on DVD.
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The Wonder Weeks
by H. van de Rijt
Reassuring and insightful, this book is a must for new and experienced parents alike. If you’ve ever wished you knew what is going on in your baby’s head, you will enjoy this window into 10 major, age-linked changes that happen in the first 20 months of life. Having this developmental understanding will help new and experienced parents better understand the crying, clinging and cranky behaviour that often marks a new change in your baby’s development.
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