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Today’s post written by Miki

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Now here’s a sale you absolutely won’t want to miss: the summer clearance at My Brood – www.mybrood.com.au.  No ordinary summer clearance this; there are big discounts (up to 35% off!) on exclusive designer gear that you just won’t find anywhere else, while stocks last only.

There are so many discounts I’ve made a list for you! Check it out:

• Up to 25% off the stunning range of Stephanie Schell maternity wear
• 20% off pretty, sexy Cake Lingerie – the surest way I can think of to make a mum-to-be or new mum feel good!
• 35% off Mia Bossi nappy bags, including this piece of gorgeousness which I am seriously coveting.
• 30% off adorable baby and toddler brands Mad Sky Los Angeles, Mad Boy Los Angeles, Barn Organics, ilovegorgeous and Egg by Susan Lazar. *Wow* is all I can say to that!!
• 35% off skincare from MiniOrganics, and believe me, I wish I’d known about their Soothing Nipple Balm when I was starting out breastfeeding my children.
• 35% off Serena & Lily including moses baskets, cot linen and slings (as favoured by Nicole Kidman) – one of the most desirable nursery brands
  on the planet!
• 20% off baby and toddler shoes from Little Soles and Inch Blue, which are just too darn cute for words.

To sweeten the shopping experience, KidStyleFile readers will receive FREE SHIPPING on all orders $50+. Enter the code ‘KSFJAN‘ at checkout until 31 January 2010 to redeem.

Since we first introduced My Brood to you, there have been some great developments in-store.  The first is the stunning nappy bag brand timi & leslie, which is a bona fide Hollywood favourite being frequently seen on the arms of A-listers Jessica Alba, Angelina Jolie, Nicole Kidman, Christina Aguilera, Courtney Cox, Britney Spears and Tori Spelling.  Keep your eyes peeled for an extended range of timi & leslie will be landing at My Brood soon,  together with some exciting new season collections, some of which are Australia exclusives.

If you’re thinking of decorating, or re-decorating, your child’s nursery or bedroom, then My Brood can help you make it shine with their fab interior design service.

Another exciting development at My Brood is the launch of the new My Brood Baby Shower service. Lucky Sydney mums-to-be can take advantage of the Stylish Sydney Package which includes everything from invitations and decor to catering and gift registry. Never fear though, Lucy at My Brood is most thoughtful, and the rest of us don’t mis out! If you live outside of Sydney, or you don’t want a ‘full’ package, you can choose from the ‘Maxi’ or ‘Mini’ packages. You’ll receive your baby shower in a box, and the day will go like a dream – zero stress all round! Everything you need arrives with a step by step guide on how to put your perfect baby shower together.  Click here for full details.

The prices below are while stocks last, which is not going to be very long…

1. Stephanie Schnell Racer Dress, $255.00 $229.50 – save 10%
2. timi & leslie Parisienne Red Nappy Bag, $370.00 – NEW!
3. timi & leslie Sweetums Travel Wipes Case – Black, $115.00 – NEW!
4. Baby Soles Pink Metro Jane, $42.95 $34.36 – save 20%
5. Mia Bossie Katie Nappy Bag – Popcorn, $250.00 $162.50 – save 35%
6. Inch Blue Guitar Shoes – Black/Cheetah, $39.95 $31.96 – save 20%
7. Serena & Lily Sausalito Basket, $499.00 $324.35 – save 35%
8. Mad Boy Snap Footie, $50.00 $35.00 – save 30%
9. Mad Sky Spring Snap Ruffle, $48.00 $33.60 – save 30%
10. MiniOrganics Soothing Nipple Balm, $32.95 $21.42 – save 35%

My Brood stocks these exclusive brands: Lucky Jade, Mad Sky Los Angeles, Mad Boy Los Angeles,  Barn Organics, Patricia Ann Designs, ilovegorgeous, Cake Lingerie, Serena & Lily, Egg by Susan Lazar, Mia Bossi nappy bags, KissKiss HugHug, MiniOrganics, Inner-b, Sticky Tiki and now timi & leslie.

My Brood offer shipping Australia wide for the flate fee of $8.50 and the flat fee of $15.00 for International Orders. For full shipping informations see the Shipping & Returns Page.

Today’s post written by Anna

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Whether you have just discovered you are pregnant (congratulations, precious!), or you are already deep into the parenting journey; let me show you a place where motherhood and style converge.  This seriously classy space is My Brood – www.mybrood.com.au

Sparkling new, My Brood is an upscale boutique in the truest sense.

Throughout its sleek pages you will find only the very best of the best for mother and baby. And My Brood certainly know how to make shopping a joy! With a full baby shower service they can organise your baby shower from beginning to end including venue, catering, gift registry, decor and the invites! WOW! Plus, My Brood have a full time interior designer on hand to assist you in creating a magical space for your new little bundle. And to top it all off, all purchases at My Brood are gift wrapped free of charge!

The brands (oh — the brands!!) at My Brood are sourced from around the world for their beauty, quality and stand out design.  Many of these brands are favoured by Hollywood celebrities.  Check out the Media page for a selection of My Brood’s products as featured in the media.

There are famous US brands including Lucky Jade and Mad Sky Los Angeles – designed by veteran fashion industry designer, Maggy Seigel. My Brood stock her Mad Sky, Mad Boy and Barn Organics range.  You will also find the ultimate in luxury blankets, burp cloths, bibs, change mats by Patricia Ann Designs.

In addition to these, My Brood also include products from designer labels ilovegorgeous from the UK, Cake Lingerie, Serena & Lily, Egg by Susan Lazar, Mia Bossi nappy bags, KissKiss HugHug, MiniOrganics, Inner-b and  Sticky Tiki.

A huge shout out if you currently have a pregnant belly: My Brood is the exclusive online stockist of Stephanie Schell. This range of maternity wear is simply beautiful.  Beautiful enough for me consider having another baby – just so I could drape my bump in these exquisite clothes!

For little feet, My Brood feature Inch Blue baby shoes and Little Soles. Little Soles shoes are favourites of Halle Berry and Mathew McConaughey’s kids, both Inch Blue and Little Soles are brand new to Australia and exclusive to My Brood.

Until 31 October 2009 stylish and discerning customers who spend $100 or more at My Brood will receive a $25 gift voucher to spend on their next purchase.

Plus be sure to sign up to the My Brood newsletter to be kept in the loop with new brands as they are added, and to be in the running for regular subscriber give-aways.

1. Baby Soles Cream and Brown Euro Runner $42.95
2. Mad Sky Asian Kimono $45.00
3. ilovegorgeous Funky Sundress $65.00
4. Stephanie Schell Jumpsuit $255.00
5. Mia Bossi Alissa Tangerine $430.00
6. Stephanie Schell Narrow Sleeve Mini $189.00
7. PAD Indulgence Blanket in Vanilla $150.00

My Brood offer shipping Australia wide for the flate fee of $8.50 and the flat fee of $15.00 for International Orders. For full shipping informations see the Shipping & Returns Page.

Today’s post written by Miki

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This is a KidStyleFile Public Service Announcement:
In case you hadn’t noticed, Mother’s Day is coming up!

Mother’s Day is a lovely day for mums.

You can fairly confidently expect breakfast in bed (whether it’s edible or not remains to be seen), you’ll receive some sort of home-made card which, being a mum, you’ll treasure for at least the next 30 years, and – drumroll, please – you get a present – yay!

Now you *could* leave it up to Daddy and the kids to choose you something.  You really could.

But if you want to receive something you actually love, then I suggest you go to Metro Mum – www.metromum.com.au – and buy your own gift. Tamara and Francine will even gift-wrap it for you

The girls at MetroMum are making it super-easy to choose something divine, and at the moment there’s a deal on nappy bags: buy any nappy bag over $100 at Metro Mum between now and 30 April 2009, and you’ll receive a $50 Metro Mum gift voucher!

And in case you are wondering whether you can justify treating yourself to a Storksak, a Mia Bossi, an Il Tutto, an Isoki or a brand new Allerhand, you can.

Not only do quality nappy bags make great long-term investments (many of them, including the Il Tutto Chiara pictured below in black, make ideal stylish laptop cases when you go back to work), they retain their resale value – and you can put them on layby at Metro Mum!

That’s not all at Metro Mum though, not by a long shot. Check out the Zuny limited edition leather animal bookends; I literally squealed out loud when I saw them!  Then there are the incredibly clever Learning Towers, which are so new they haven’t arrived yet (order now for end of April delivery).  For loads of other hot new products, take a look here.

And I have one last little thing to impart: Metro Mum are giving away $1800 in prizes in the form of PixiPhoto photo shoots. Comp closes 30 April 2009. Click here to find out more.

1. Allerhand Trendy Courier Nappy Bag – Urban, $132.50
2. The Learning Tower – Natural, $120.00
3. Elodie Details Baby Bottle – Petit Royal, $16.00
4. Mia Bossi ‘Maria’ Designer Nappy Bag – Tangerine, $450.00
5. Isoki Bohemian Reversible Saddle Tote Bag, $199.95
6. Luna Lullaby Bounce-A-Bye Pregnancy and Baby Ball – Flutterby, $89.95
7. Zuny Limited Edition Leather Bookends – Lion and Elephant, $69.95ea
8. Il Tutto Chiara Tote Leather Baby Bag – Black, $449.00
9. Elodie Details Petit Royal Baby Pacifier – Peacekeeper, $15.00
10. Storksak Emily Shoulder Sak – Pewter, $209.00
11. Playsam Wooden Streamliner Classic Car – Black, $77.00

Metro Mum stocks these amazing brands: Mia Bossi, Oeuf, Caden Lane, Il Tutto, Trunki, Melobaby, Babymoov, FlatoutBear, Bilibo, Baufix, Prego Planner, Isoki, Britt, Lilbird, Mokopuna, Dadgear, Little Sprowtz, David Fussenegger, Little Beetle, Little Swish, Kipiis, Funpod, Lanugage Littles Paper Eskimo, Thermos, Pee Wee and Poo Poo, Snack Trap, Kiddie Food Kutter, Bilibo Mini, Nest, Kanoe, Qtees Designs, Mother Minder, Ocho, Compendium, Ellaroo, Boyle, Wall Candy, BabyTalk, Annabel Trends, Lupi Lu, Penny Scallan, Dwink, Scout, Milk and Tickles, Mishi Design, Leisure Learning, Keptin-Jr, Emotion and Kids, Kids Kitchen, Happy Mais, Mojo, Munchee Mug, Totem, Argan Oil Organic Care, OTi Organiser, Ellie Bellie, Beep Beep Slings, Hess-Spielzeug, Seed Organic, Fatboy, Kids on Roof and more.

Metro Mum charge $7.95 postage to most areas (less if you’re in the Sydney Metro area) – check the Delivery page for full details. Orders over $200.00 are posted free of charge within Australia.

Today’s post written by Nerida

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Following on from my recent post on the stunning range of locally designed baby bags in our midst, I bring you the cream of overseas designers. From the affordable to the POA-only, there’s something luxe for every taste.

Missoni

Missoni is a very cool brand with a very serious price tag. I am not sure many of us could justify almost $1,300 for a nappy bag but hey, it’s nice to look! Plus it is a nice looking bag, particularly if you are a fan of Missoni’s innovative use of colours and patterns. The bag includes a change mat and could easily be converted to a weekend bag once your nappy carrying days are over.

Missoni baby bags are available at Childrensalon.

Baby Beatrix

Dante Beatrix New York dedicates themselves to creating cool, practical ways to transport gear for mums, dads and kids. Their Baby Beatrix tote is a lovely looking bag which comes in pewter metallic and grey/khaki and includes a very nice looking change mat and pouch. The tote is available from Queenbee

BabyMel London

BabyMel London are relatively new on the baby bag scene, launching their first collection in 2007. The bags contain changemats, bottle holders and come in a variety of colours and shapes. Baby Mel have just designed a limited edition for that fabulous UK fashion chain Topshop.

Luckily we can get them locally at Haggus and Stookles.

Ramalama

In addition to making lovely baby carriers, Ramalama also designs some very nice looking nappy bags. In addition to being highly functional, the bags are very classical and made from fine Italian leather.

Ramalama baby bags are available from Urban Baby.

Mia Bossi

On their website Mia Bossi state that their bags combine fashion with motherhood, creating the ultimate hot mama: these bags really are perfect for hot mamas everywhere! If you’re looking for an incognito bag, you would be hard pressed to spot these designs as nappy carriers, particularly the ‘Alisa’ in zebra.

Mia Bossi bags are available from MetroMum.

Fleurville

The Fleurville totes are handy in that they can be carried 3 ways – as a tote, as a messenger bag or attached to a stroller using an ingenious o-ring. The totes look good, are made of eco-friendly materials, and are incredibly practical, with a whole range of features including the usual bottle holder/change mat but also a changing cloth and see through wipes case.

Fleurville totes are available from The Hip Infant.

(Editors note: Fleurville also make the coolest range of bags for kids. Buy them at Kinder Kaboodle).

Hammitt Collection

I found this one recommended on the Vogue forums (thoroughly recommend if you like chatting all things fashion!). The ‘Suzy’ by Hammitt is one cool looking bag available in an incredible range of colours, from basic black to a very bright looking green. The bag includes a matching change mat.

Available online through Hammitt Bags.

Tod’s

One of my favourite sites, Celebrity Baby Blog, has come out with the proclamation that Tod’s new bag is a must have for new mums, and who am I to argue? (Well my bank balance might!! Tod’s bags are POA!) Unfortunately Tod’s bags are not readily available in Australia and I was unable to find the bag online. So if you have a friend overseas and you ask them really nicely, they might just visit a Tod’s store and buy one for you.

Available in-store only at Tod’s.

1. Diaper Dude Camouflage Dude Bag $128.95 – Check web for stockists
   
2. Missoni Nappy Bag £577.40 (approximately $1,300) from Childrensalon
3. Baby Beatrix Tote $194.95 – Check web for stockists
4. BabyMel Amanda Nappy Bag $109.95 from Haggus and Stookles
5. Ramalama Hannah Nappy Bag $450 from Urban Baby
6. Mia Bossi Alisa Nappy Bag in Gold Zebra $560 from MetroMum
7. Fleurville Sling Tote Gold $198 from The Hip Infant
8. Suzy by Hammitt $US550 (approximately $830) from Hammitt Bags
9. Tod’s Pashmy Baby Bag P.O.A from Tod’s
   

Please check individual sites for shipping costs and details.

There’s a wise old saying that “Any man can be a father: it takes a special man to be a Dad”.

With Father’s Day galloping up on September 7, it’s time to turn our minds to suitable and special ideas for that special guy in your family.

Truly celebrate your man’s Daddy status at Metro Mum – www.metromum.com.au – by skipping the socks and undies, and buy him something that will optimise his life with kids.

There is a great range of stylish baby bags for Mums on the market, but not every Dad wants to tote a floral masterpiece. DadGear, developed by two American Dads answering the call of hands-on Dads everywhere for products geared towards Dads and their unique needs, is the ultimate answer!

The DadGear nappy bags are available in backpack and stylish messenger bag styles that are pretty much incognito – Dad can definitely get away with using these bags anytime anywhere. All DadGear bags incorporate the DadGear “hands free” approach which allows you to change, feed, and entertain your child without ever having to set the bag down.

DadGear also offers a clever ‘Diaper Vest’, a revolutionary twist on the traditional nappy bag bag. DadGear’s “hands free” concept combines comfort and style, allowing dads to change, feed, and entertain their child easily without anyone knowing they are wearing a diaper bag.

With strategically placed pockets, the vest is constructed with high quality materials for ultimate durability and longevity. Just perfect for minimal-gear trips to the park!

Read the full story on the DadGear products on the DadGear website.

I also like the Dad-focused Bathrobe, Slippers and book set (hey, if he doesn’t go for the gown and slippers, there’s always you ), and the journals for Dad to record his thoughts and stories about parenthood and life in general; a lovely bonding exercise and keepsake.

Clockwise from top left:

DadGear Diaper Vest $139.00
DadGear Messenger Bag – Professional Grey $145.00
Dad: My Hero Magnetic Book-Style Photo Frame $13.50
DadGear Backpack Nappy Bag $130.00
Microfleece Bathrobe and Slippers and Dad: My Hero Compendium $70.00
DadGear Sports bag – Retro Red $120.00
My Dad: His Stories Heirloom Book $14.95

While you’re over at Metro Mum scoping gifts for Dad, check out these great new products just landed.

Scout Organic clothing from the US, is so gorgeous for summer, and one of the most affordable organic cotton brands I have found. Trust me: once you’ve experienced organic cotton you won’t want to go back!

Also new in, are the French/English Language Littles dolls (I am so tempted on these: how divine it would be to have French-accented little ones in my midst, and what a life-long gift to be bi-lingual!), Caden Lane linen and blankets from the US – these prints and designs are exceptionally beautiful – iconic Oeuf baby loungers cots and furniture, Milk & Tickles BPA-free colour change baby bottles (a flashback to the Hypercolour ’80s!), and the new and exquisite Ellaroo Mei Tai Organic cotton baby carriers.

So much beauty, so little time! Enjoy

Clockwise from top left:

Language Littles Bi-lingual Doll – ‘Jolie’ English/French (also available in Hebrew, German, Spanish, Russian, Italian and Japanese boy and girl dolls) $69.0
Scout Organics Tee $24.00
Scout Organics dress $33.00
Milk & Tickles BPA-Free colour-change bottle $14.00
Caden Lane Blankets from $48.00
Ellaroo Mei Tai Organic Baby Carrier from $140.00
Oeuf Lounger $165.00

Metro Mum stock the following brands: Caden Lane, Emotion & Kids, Trunki, Babymoov, FLATOUTbears, Il Tutto, Bilibo, Britt, Lilbird, The Prego Planner, Isoki, Mokopuna, Storksak, Melobaby, Mia Bossi, PeeWee & PooToo, David Fussenegger, DadGear, Little Sprowtz, Language Littles, Little Beetle, Baufix, Little Swish, Kipiis, FunPod, Keptin-Jr, Paper Eskimo, Foogo by Thermos, Snack Trap, Nest, Kanoe, Qtees, Mothers Minder, Ocho, Little Kitchen, Compendium, Ellaroo, Boyle, Milk & Tickles, Annabel Trends, Wall Candy, Lupi Lu, Mishi Design, Scount Organic, Oeuf, Mishi Design, and Penny Scallan.

PSST: Wanna get a 15% discount AND a FREE gift* when you make a purchase at Metro Mum? Pick up a copy of the current Shop 4 Kids magazine to get the code. Can’t make it to a newsagent? Drop me a line, and I’ll send it to you!

Also, don’t forget to sign up to the Metro Mum Loyalty Club before you make any purchases: you earn loyalty points for every purchase. Also, Metro Mum offer FREE delivery with orders over $200.00 – fabulous!

Metro Mum charge $7.95 postage to most areas (less if you’re in the Sydney Metro area) – check the Delivery page for full details. Orders over $200.00 are posted free of charge within Australia.

*Terms and conditions apply. 

Ok, here’s the latest news for all the luxe bag lovers in the house: Metro Mum – www.metromum.com.au – is now stocking the entire Mia Bossi Spring 2008 baby bag collection, direct from the US.

Even if you haven’t heard of Mia Bossi before, I’m sure you have spotted these top-shelf bags in the media: Mia Bossi bags are toted by A-list Illuminati including Katie Holmes, Tori Spelling, Angelina Jolie, Anne Heche, and Britney Spears.

What do they all love about these most luxurious of baby bags? Well, they are effectively incognito baby bags – you would never know they were baby bags to look at them.

Mia Bossi bags don’t deceive on the nappy bag functionality front though: they are impressively big, and come complete with a removable nappy bag insert, faux fur change mat, stroller clips to make attaching your Mia Bossi to your pram or stroller a snap, and a host of other thoughtful features. You can even purchase a computer bag insert to carry your laptop in the ultimate style once the baby days have passed. You can view lots of detailed images of the bag features on the Mia Bossi website.

Mia Bossi carry the hallmarks of the most prestigious quality and are constructed of the finest Italian leather, and waxed canvas trimmed with Italian leathers and hardware.

Mia Bossi bags are on-trend, while possessing a classic presence (think Hermes) that is bound to endure.

Buy one now from Metro Mum and receive a FREE muslin wrap and Mother Minder bracelet. Offer ends 7 August 2008.

PS: You should sign up to the Metro Mum Loyalty Club before you make any purchases: you earn loyalty points for every purchase, and I saw a mention of a discount code there, too Also, Metro Mum offer FREE delivery with orders over $200.00 so there are a lot of ways to save a mozza.

Clockwise from top left:

Mia Bossi – ‘Audrey’ Italian Barolo Leather Nappy Bag (Sand) $1200.00
Mia Bossi – ‘Maria’ Italian Leather Nappy Bag (Chocolate) $515.00
Mia Bossi – ‘Tobey’ Nappy Bag (Rootbeer) $180.00
Mia Bossi – ‘Maria’ Designer Nappy Italian Leather (Tangerine) $385.00
Mia Bossi – ‘Katie’ Designer Nappy Bag Popcorn (Cream Dots) $193.00
Mia Bossi – ‘Katie’ Designer Nappy Bag Noir (Black) $193.00

While you are over at Metro Mum, take note of the other gorgeous products in store, and don’t miss their toy sale for some hot bargains. Find my my top picks below.

Clockwise from top left:

Baufix Buggy Construction Set $29.95 $25.46
Trunki Towgo $69.95 $63.00
Kanoe Baby Hammock $349.00
Bilibo (available in 6 colour choices. Mini Bilibo also available.) $39.00 $33.15 – FREE TOTE BAG with every Bilibo purchased
Language Littles Bi-lingual Doll – ‘Alexia’ English/Greek (also available in Hebrew, German, Spanish, and Japanese boy and girl dolls) $69.00 $62.10
Nest Cot Linen Set (Pink Pebbles) Also available in Green Pebble $248.00
Kiddy Food Kutter $9.95
FunPod Safety Stand $230.00
Binky Boo Dressing Gown, Slipper and Teddy Set (Latte) $50.00
KeptinJr Post a Baby Comforter (Blue, also available in pink) $19.95 $13.97

Metro Mum stock the following brands: Emotion & Kids, Trunki, Babymoov, FLATOUTbears, Il Tutto, Bilibo, Britt, Lilbird, The Prego Planner, Isoki, Mokopuna, Storksak, Melobaby, Mia Bossi, PeeWee & PooToo, David Fussenegger, DadGear, Little Sprowtz, Language Littles, Little Beetle, Baufix, Little Swish, Kipiis, FunPod, Keptin-Jr, Paper Eskimo, Foogo by Thermos, Snack Trap, Nest, Kanoe, Qtees, Mothers Minder, Ocho, Little Kitchen, Compendium, Ellaroo, Boyle, Annabel Trends, Wall Candy, Lupi Lu, and Penny Scallan.

Metro Mum charge $7.95 postage to most areas (less if you’re in the Sydney Metro area) – check the Delivery page for full details. Orders over $200.00 are posted free of charge within Australia.