With a plethora of new books, DVDs, toys and products for mums, bubs and kids out each month,
we've decided to showcase our fave picks for the month.
Kideko
Age: Toddlers-Kids
Not all parents want to fill their bubs’ room with pastel colours – and I’m one of them! Enter Kideko - retro-inspired prints in vibrant colours, Kideko offers a bright alternative to bedroom style. The unisex Sunshine collection brings rock’n’roll typography to all the things kids love. All in an upbeat mix of yellow and oatmeal that looks just as cool in an older kid’s room. Complete with matching floor cushions, Rock poster and drawstring bag…
Price: $125 RRP
Mokopuna
Age: Babies & children
The much-loved company Phil & Teds has launched a line of colourful eco-friendly children’s clothing in Australia – mokopuna merino. (Mokopuna means grandchild in Maori.) Made from beautiful 100% pure New Zealand wool, mokopuna merino clothing naturally regulates temperature, is soft, non-flammable and is stain resistant. mokopuna merino is an excellent choice for children with sensitive skin or those suffering from eczema as it is non-allergenic. Best of all, it is machine washable. Truly adorable and bound to be as popular as P&T.
Price: $54.95 RRP (cardigan)
Where: http://www.mokopuna.com
Bajo
Age: Toddlers - Kids
If you shy away from plastic toys and have a weakness for beautiful timber toys – check out Bajo’s adorable range. Imported to Australia from Poland after discovered by an Australian in a Tokyo toy store, the Bajo toys are beautiful. Bound to be cherished and outlast most toys, they’re a stylish addition to any child’s collection!
Price: $39.50 RRP
Where: http://www.bajo.com.au
Koolaman Designs
Age: Children - Adults
Two Mums are the brainpower behind this company, offering a beautiful range of hand stamped silver jewellery including pendants, bracelets, key tags and cufflinks. All pieces in the collection are hand stamped with a name and birthdate and have become a popular way for mums and dads to celebrate the birth of a child or a special anniversary. Read more about their business here.
Price: $170 (“Isobel” pictured)
Seedling
Age: Toddlers - Adults
Seedling’s adorable range of DIY kits really stand out in any baby shop. Designed and made in New Zealand the range has something for Mums, bubs and kids from the ‘Create your own Designer Baby Tees’ kit to kits containing all the bits you need to make storybooks, puppets, masks, cupcakes, wormkits, rockets, mirrors, baby blankets, you name it! It’s creativity heaven for anyone who appreciates handmade.
Price: RRP NZ$59.90
Where: http://www.seedling.co.nz>
Safety First Baby Monitor
Age: Newborns-babies
Take the worry out of monitoring your baby – with the Safety First monitor you can immediately tell the difference between a sigh and a whimper. Slick design with hands-free portability the long range means you can get outside and value baby’s nap time! A pager on the baby’s unit means you can call for back-up when you’ve a nasty nappy change to deal with!
Price: $139 (RRP)
Where: http://www.safety1st.com
Littlies Homewares
Age: Babies-toddlers
Unique, handpainted treasure boxes for storing your Little ones treasures in; first lock of hair, first birthday cards, birth certificate or their own "special stuff". Available in three brightly coloured design themes and sizes, boxes can be personalised with a message inside the lid for your special Littlie! All products are original creations, designed and made in Australia and can be coordinated with other Littlies gift ideas including cot and pram blankets, cushions, wall art, photo frames and toy boxes.
Price: Ranging from $39 - $109
