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Today’s post written by Anna

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Three and a half years is all it took for me to forget how prepared you must be when you have a  baby!  This is the age gap between my second son and the precious pink bundle who arrived at my house earlier this year – and bang!  What a shock! – back into little ‘babyland’; a land where there are a million and one things to think about before one should attempt leaving the house!

For anyone who is in the same boat (or about to be), let me let you in on a very stylish boutique:  Midgee Moo – www.midgeemoo.com.au, stocked, ready and waiting with everything you will need for your little one to sleep, eat, play and go!

Back in 2008, in response to the lack of bibs on the market that were super absorbent as well as suitably stylish, Hayley Penny (teacher, mother of one and all round go-getter!) developed the ‘Midgee Moo’ bib. It fast became a hit with her friends all around the world, and thus the journey of her top on line store began!

With a passion for educational toys, Hayley has filled Midgee Moo with an amazing range of quality toys that have been sourced from around the globe.  Each one has been chosen for its capactiy to stimulate your little one’s mind and for creative and imaginative play.

I am delighted to report that as my little girl grows and her needs change, Midgee Moo is at hand to help with the changing list of essentials I will need for each developmental stage. Phew!

You will find only the best of the best for your baby and toddler from quality brands Djeco, Penny Scallan, Alimrose, Midgee Moo, Babylicious, Lima Bean Baby, K’s Kids, Little Beatle, Plan Toys, WePlay, Orchard Toys, Fun Factory, Bazoongi Kids, Little Joey, Milk&  Co., Manhattan Toys, Alphasketti, Little Billies and Voila Toys.

New brands and new products are being added every week, so make sure you keep your eye on the New Arrivals page for all the new additions at Midgee Moo.

KidStyleFile readers can take 20% off everything at Midgee Moo (including sale items – some products in this category are up to 40% off!!), until 13 November 2009. Use code ‘kidstylef’ at checkout to redeem.

Discounted prices quoted below are valid with code (read above) until 13 November 2009.

1. Sparkle T Fire Engine $24.95 with 20% off = $19.95
   
2. Midgee Moo Disco Newborn Bib $10.95 with 20% off = $8.75
3. Alphasketti Flash Cards $21.95 with 20% off = $17.55
4. Milk & Co. Baby Snotty Grotty Room Spray $24.95 $21.95 with 20% off = $17.55
5. K’s Kids – Read n Play – Black & White & Sometimes Red $17.95 with 20% off = $14.35
6. Alimrose Knitted Elephant Squeaker Pink $10.95 with 20% off = $8.75
7. Giimmo Magic Night Light “Rose the Cat” $44.95 with 20% off = $35.95
8. Wooden Cake Play Set $15.95 with 20% off = $12.75
9. Midgee Moo Reversible Bib – Blue Sophia $14.95 with 20% off = $11.95

Midgee Moo ship Australia wide using Australia Post for the flat fee of $7.50. Orders over $120 receive FREE shipping. If you live in region of Ballarat, Victoria, you may waive the postage fee and collect orders over $25.00. For full information on this offer and complete delivery information, see here.

Today’s post written by Leah

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You’re making a list, you’re checking it twice, The Toy Bug – www.thetoybug.com.au – can
fill it alright!! This top toy site stocks a rich assortment of toys that will tantalise all your little ones senses. There are items to touch, items to smell, items to chew on and items to see. With such an engaging medley of products, your only problem will be which ones to choose.

Jo, proprietor of The Toy Bug, has a passion for toys. When her son, Lachie, was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), she spent countless hours searching for toys that would maintain his attention and assist with his development. Rather than keep these delights to herself, she created The Toy Bug to share them with others and make it easier to find good quality toys. You can even click here to see Lachie’s favourites!

I’m in love with the Fairy Tea Set for my little fairy princess. She loves pretend play, and I am certain this gorgeous wooden toy will occupy her for hours. I can already imagine her teddies all set out in a circle ready for a fashionable high tea, hosted by Princess N.

My son is just starting to explore his finger dexterity so the Balancing Donkey Game will assist in his quest to master this new skill. Manipulating the sticks to ensure they don’t unbalance the donkey and to raise it as high as you can will certainly become a family game favourite.

So are you ticking off items from your list? Can’t decide which ones to buy? Better not pout, I’m telling you why – Jo has knocked 10% off ALL items store-wide until 31 October 2009, just use ‘KSF10′ as your code at checkout. There’s also a fantastic layby option available, so you could just get the lot!

1. Le Toy Van – Fairy Tea Set $75.00 $70.00 less 10% = $63.00
2. Hickory Dickory Clock $49.99 less 10% = $44.99
3. GUND – Gazoo the Giraffe $35.00 $30.00 less 10% = $27.00
4. K’s Kids – Julia Needs A Bath $19.95 less 10% = $17.95
5. Little Tikes 3D Farm Memory Game $28.50 less 10% = $25.65
6. Alex Squeezy Squeakies $20.99 less 10% = $18.90
7. Le Toy Van – My Teapot Café $85.00 $75.00 less 10% = $67.50
8. Farm Stacking Blocks $26.00 less 10% = $23.40
9. Birthday Music Box – Pink $28.00 $24.00 less 10% = $21.60
10. Balancing Donkey Game $14.95 less 10% = $13.45

The Toy Bug stock quality brands including Active People, Anamalz, Boyle, Crocodile Creek, Djeco, EDDU Toy, Fat Brain Toy Co, Fiesta Crafts, GUND, Le Toy Van, JELLYCAT, Mamas & Papas, Manhattan Toy Company, Melissa & Doug, Petit Jour Paris, Sparkle T, Spiegelburg, TOLO, Toys Pure, Voila, WANJU and Wonderworld.

The Toy Bug charge $9.90 flat Australia-wide (with 3 product exceptions) and post for FREE Australia wide for all orders over $150.00.  Read the full shipping and delivery information here, including details on international orders.

Today’s post written by Angela

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Happy happy, joy joy – Happy Little Hippos – www.happylittlehippos.com.au – is having a great little sale, and KSF readers get extra benefits in the form of an EXTRA 20% discount off everything in the On Sale category – WOW!!

You’ll have to be super quick though, as this offer ends at midnight, Tuesday 10 March 2009. Enter ‘FebSale09’ at checkout to activate your extra 20% off and be smiling to the skies

Red-hot picks are the Fancy Girlies Dollhouse, Baufix Build-It Buggy, Uchi bags and accessories, and the stunning Isak Couting and ABC framed posters, which would make a very stylish statement in any child’s room – what a beautiful gift these would make for a newborn!

While you’re over at Happy Little Hippos don’t miss the fabulous range of goodies just arrived. I really love the new ‘Beautiful Day’ journals, and the Micki Reto Kitchen.

I also can’t say enough good things about the Wheely Bugs (how CUTE is the new Tiger design – ah: it’s love!), and I am a big fan of Italian brand Quercetti – we have the Georello Farm and it is such a hit: free-form configure the high quality plastic cogs on the baseboard, plug the animals in, crank the handle and watch your creation whirl and spin. This is a great toy for teaching about cause and effect and motion, and is heaps of fun that lasts and lasts.

Indulge in a fine range of toys, art and craft activities, books, nursery and decor products, and accessories, at Happy Little Hippos, with brands stocked including Bla Bla, Alimrose, Lundby, Brio, Anamalz, Wheely Bug, Quadrilla, Baufix, Quercetti, Dobbin and Drum, Tolo, K’s Kids, Mooo, Djeco, Mama & Papas, Wanju, Binthe, Automoblox, David Fussenegger, Pintoy, Plan Toys, Cuski, Live, Play, Create, Envirosax, Crocodile Creek, and more, as well as treats for Mums from Miss Uchi, Willow and Finch, and T2 Teas.

Clockwise from top left:

1. My Fancy Girlies Doll’s House (accessories included, postage charge $15.00 Australia-wide) – $199.95, $179.95 less 20% = $143.96
2. Large Wheely Bug Tiger - $110.00 (not on sale)
3. K’s Kids ‘Bobby’ Recordable Phone – $19.95, $14.95 less 20% = $11.96
4. Quercetti Georello Farm – $34.95 (not on sale)
5. Micki Red Retro Kitchen with Stove – $229.00 (not on sale)
6. Beautiful Day Journal – $16.95 (not on sale)
7. Pintoy Construction Front-end Loader – $59.95 (not on sale)
8. Baufix Build a Buggy – $29.94, $24.95 less 20% = $19.96
9. Uchi Drawstring Bag – $29.94, $24.95 less 20% = $19.96
10. Isak Counting Poster (framed) from Kindergallery – $160.00, $149.95 less 20% = $119.96

Happy Little Hippos charge $6.95 flat rate postage, Australia-wide. Conditions apply – see website for details.

Looking to feel bright and breezy today? Go no further than the delightful Happy Little Hippos – www.happylittlehippos.com.au – run by super stylish Mums, Ania and Hesn.

Every time I hit their site, with its blue skies, fluffy white clouds and vivid herd of happy hippopotamuses I go all warm and fuzzy.

The beauty of Happy Little Hippos is much more than skin deep though. It is lovely and easy to use, the $5.95 postage Australia wide is knockout price, and their thoughtfully selected and high quality range of products are just divine.

Indulge in a fine range of toys, art and craft activities, books, nursery and decor products, and accessories, from Bla Bla, Alimrose, Lundby, Brio, Anamalz, Wheely Bug, Quadrilla, Baufix, Quercetti, Dobbin and Drum, Tolo, K’s Kids, Mooo, Djeco, Mama & Papas, Wanju, Binthe, Automoblox, David Fussenegger, Plan Toys, Cuski, Little Blue Fish, Envirosax, Crocodile Creek, and more.

Mums aren’t forgotten either: treat yourself to Miss Uchi purses, Willow and Finch heat packs and T2 Teas.

Happy Little Hippos are having a great winter stocktake sale: - they have reduced the price of more items just today – save up to 40%! Woo hoo!

And because the girls at Happy Little Hippos want to give you yet another reason to smile and be happy, they’re giving everyone who spends over $100.00 an Alimrose Red Striped Monkey Rattle, valued at $24.95. Offer ends 31 August, 2008.

This is a seriously good offer, as I’m sure you know! I often buy these monkeys for friends children as they are such friendly little fellows. Also, their stripes are just the thing to stimulate developing minds, their long lanky limbs are made for clutching, the rattle is a nice sensory feature, and they are a decent size (29cm long), which makes them the perfect gift.

Want the monkey? I hear you! Here are some picks to inspire

Clockwise from top left:

My Fancy Girls Doll’s House (accessories included) – $199.95 now $179.95
Blabla Pumpkin blanket – $89.95 now $79.95
Tolo Toys Stacking cups $17.95 These will last your child/ren years: mine play with theirs in the bath now.
Alimrose Funky Marnie Rattle – $22.95 now $19.95
Plan Toys Wooden Deluxe Road System (accessories included) – $131.95 now $99.95 Super bargain – snap it up!
Isak Counting Poster (framed) from Kindergallery – $160.00 now $149.95 A beautiful decor piece that will stand the test of time.
Baufix Build a Buggy – $29.95 now $24.95
Navy red star ottoman $49.95 So stylish, and so practical: use it to put your feet up when the little ones are in bed!
Brown white star beanbag $99.95
Alimrose Funky Freddie Squeaker – $14.95 now $12.95 I’ve said it before, and I think it bears repeating: these are *the best* handsqueakers in the world! Pure giggles, and so easy for tiny hands to use.
Little Blue Fish Balance Bike in pink – $179.95 now $149.95 Huge in Europe, these bikes foster great balance and negate the use for training wheels once your child moves to a pedal bike. I have my eagle eye on these, so you’d better get in quick!

Happy Little Hippos charge $5.95 flat rate postage, Australia-wide. Conditions apply – see website for details.