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Today’s post written by Miki

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Time really is racing towards That Time Of Year now.  I’m willing to bet that everywhere you go these days, you’re seeing Christmas decorations.  You’re receiving more red and green advertising material through your letterbox than you’d have dreamed possible, and your kids are starting to drop very un-subtle hints and write pointed letters to Santa Claus.

Yep, it’s well and truly time to start gearing up for Christmas.  I strongly suggest that you do yourself a favour and get all the presents sorted as early as you can – take last minute stress out of the equation!  So here’s what you should do:

Shop now at My Baby Rocks – www.mybabyrocks.com.au – and take advantage of a very impressive pre-Christmas sale!

This ultra hip baby boutique has marked down their biggest brands’ current season gear by up to 25%! Behold the table of discounts:

-25% off full price Bebe by Minihaha, Tommy Rocket, Two Belles & Books To Wear
-20% off full price Monstar Kids, Run Scotty Run and Sooki Baby
-15% off Hair clips, jewellery & accessories including Bobble Art & Rush
-10% off STORE-WIDE, including sale items and excluding Rondeau Industries

Wowee!!  Now that’s what I call savings!  But it gets even better – there’s also up to 60% off winter items in the clearance section: the 10% store-wide discounts brings savings in this category up to 70% off!! The code to use at checkout is ‘getset4xmas’ and you have until midnight 3 November 2009 to use it.

My hot picks are below: start shopping now.

1. Bosco Bear Christmas Tree, $89.00
2. Monstar Kids Fireworks Tee, $34.95
3. Bobble Art Baboushka Necklace, $11.95
4. Two Belles Best Shorty Short, $54.95
5. Run Scotty Run Boxed Up Tee, $29.95
6. Tommy Rocket Wincey No Rude Finger Tank, $29.95
7. Sooki Baby Loading Snapsuit, $26.95
8. Bebe by Minihaha Scott Shorts – Timber, $32.95
9. Books To Wear ‘This Little Piggy’ Pyjamas, $34.95
10. Bebe by Minihaha Amelie Babydoll Bow Dress, $33.95

My Baby Rocks stock fashion and accessories for baby and kids from the following designers: Alex & Charli, Annelia Designs, Applique, Baby Phat, Bobble Art, Books To Wear, Bosco Bear, Coco Belle Designs, Freshbaked, Huggalugs, Itsy Bitsy, Lil Spunk, Moppit, Munchking, Plum, Rileah Designs, Rondeau Industries, Rush, Skeanie, Sooki Baby, Tees2Knees, Tickled Pink, Tiny Tribe, Tommy Rocket and Two Belles

My Baby Rocks send via E-Parcel Express – online tracking with signature delivery - starting at just $6.00. International orders are welcome. Click here for full postage and delivery information.

Today’s post written by Leah

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1 little, 2 little, 3, little Indians! For the past 2 ½ years since it opened, I have routinely visited the Ten Little Indians – www.tenlittleindians.com.au – site for my regular weekly browse through their mammoth fusion of girls and boys fashion, accessories, play items, party things and room décor, and each time I have found myself unwittingly humming along to this nursery rhyme.

This week I am drooling over the great range new spring/summer stock from brands which include Big by Fiona (the one thing that makes me want the next year to fly by so DD can finally wear this dress range that start at size 2 -yes!) Oobi, Munster, Littlehorn, minti, Cried Wolf, Purebaby, Coco & Ginger, Bebe by Minihaha, Itch, Chook Leaf Shoes, Cocoon Clothing, Little Leona, Bobbleart, Tiger Tribe, Alimrose and soooooo many more.

I admit it, I often find myself stalking the social pages for images of Suri Cruise in her latest outfit: the girl has style and flair. Recently in Melbourne, Katie Holmes purchased 2 dresses and pants from the up and coming Tiddles and Chich label (which answers my current issue of what to dress DD in at an upcoming christening…)

You will also find the gorgeous Sophie the Giraffe from Vulli, who has surged in popularity amongst celebrities. Born in France back in 1961, Sophie is the only teething toy in the world made out of 100% natural rubber and is the perfect companion as she can’t be swallowed.

So with your shopping cart all loaded up, Ten Little Indians are rewarding you with 10% off storewide, including sale stock up to 50% off from luminous brands including Munster, Moppit and Big by Fiona: this means up to 60% off for you!!! Pop in ‘KIDSTYLE’ at the discount code section at checkout to redeem this offer until 31 October 2009.

10 Little Indians are also treating one lucky newsletter subscriber to a $1,000 shopping spree with them, with a $200 spree for the lucky runner up. For a chance to win simply spend $50 at 10 Little Indians before 31 October 2009 to automatically go into the draw. Easy peasy!

Discounted prices quoted below are applicable with code (see above) until 25 October 2009.

1. Tiddles & Chich Red Bow Jersey Dress (as worn by Suri Cruise) – $49.95 Less 10% = $44.95
2. LittleHorn Bunny Ringer Tee – $39.95 Less 10% = $35.95
3. Sophie the Giraffe Celebrity Teether by Vulli – $34.00 Less 10% = $30.60
4. Minti Acid Bomb Shorts – $54.95 Less 10% = $49.45
5. Dumpling Dynasty Happy Hour Kit – $29.95 Less 10% = $26.95
6. Oobi April Red Skirt – $39.95 Less 10% = $35.95
7. Tiger Tribe Stampers – $11.95 Less 10% = $10.75
8. Cocoon Couture Sasha Dress – $45.95 Less 10% = $41.35
9. Rush Room Letters – $4.50 Less 10% = $4.05
10. Coco & Ginger Kitty Bikini – $29.95 Less 10% = $26.95

At Ten Little Indians delivery is super fast and efficient and cheap  $7.50 flat rate EXPRESS POST shipping and postage is free if you spend over $150.  International shipping daily at competitive prices.  Free gift wrapping service.

Today’s post written by Angela

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If you love brands like Alex & Charli, Bobble Art, Books To Wear, Freshbaked, Huggalugs, Itsy Bitsy, Moppit,  Plum, Rush, Sooki Baby, Tees2Knees, Tiny Tribe, Tommy Rocket and Two Belles, today is your lucky day, because Mary at My Baby Rocks – www.mybabyrocks.com.au – has just put these brands on sale in spectactular fashion.

You can save up to 60% on over 250 pieces of premium baby and kids fashion and accessories – woo!!! Now *that’s* a SALE!! Prices are as marked, no codes needed. The sale is only on while stocks last, so you know what to do!

The best way to browse this baby is to either grab a hot bevvy and the confectionary indulgence of your choosing, and settle down to plunder over 30 pages of goodies. You can also use the handy ‘Filter by’ menu to quickly zoom into particular areas of interest to you.

Hot picks are one of the most extensive stocks of Sooki Baby I have ever come across – if you have a bubba under 12 months of age this has to be your first stop – and also the sizeable selection of Tiny Tribe, Freshbaked, Tommy Rocket and Two Belles. Prizes start at a dirt cheap $8.49. I’m speechless!! Check the pics below for instant inspiration.

1. Tommy Rocket Wincey Spaceship Hoodie was $59.95 now $36.45
2. Sooki Baby Playtime at Nan’s Dress was $32.95 now $22.95
3. Sooki Baby Paytime at Nan’s Frill Leggings was $24.95 now $19.95
4. Tommy Rocket Wincey Squirrel Hoodie was $66.95 now $39.95
5. Tees 2 Knees Crocodile Long-Sleeved Tee was $34.95 now $26.95
6. Tommy Rocket Clothesline Long Sleeved Tee was $49.95 now $32.95
7. Sooki Baby Betsy In France Long-sleeved Tee was $24.95 now $19.95
8. Sooki Baby Betsy In France Pant was $24.95 now $19.95
9. Sooki Baby Betsy In France Snapsuit was $26.95 now $20.95
10. Sooki Baby Choo Choo Train Long-sleeved Tee was $24.95 now $19.95
11. Rush Aeroplane Backpack was $29.95 now $19.95
12. Two Belles Love and Peace Long Sleeved Tee was $49.95 now $29.95

My Baby Rocks stock baby and kids fashion and accessories from the following deigners: Alex & Charli, Annelia Designs, Applique, Baby Phat, Bobble Art, Books To Wear, Bosco Bear, Coco Belle Designs, Freshbaked, Huggalugs, Itsy Bitsy, Lil Spunk, Moppit, Munchking, Plum, Rileah Designs, Rondeau Industries, Rush, Skeanie, Sooki Baby, Tees2Knees, Tickled Pink, Tiny Tribe, Tommy Rocket and Two Belles

My Baby Rocks send via Express Post starting at just $6.00. International orders are welcome. View all postage and delivery information here.

Today’s post written by Miki

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With the school holidays coming up (or starting now, if you’re in Tassie!) I bet a whole heap of you are planning to go away somewhere. It doesn’t matter if it’s overnight to grandma’s house, or a two week trip to Disneyland, you’re going to need some bits and pieces to keep the kids amused and organised, and the place head first is Little Explorers – www.littleexplorers.com.au.

HOT TIP: If you’re scratching your head on what to do this holidays, you can search through Little Explorers’ directory of fun, exciting, kid-friendly places to go, and gather info on taking the kids outdoors and travelling with their FREE articles.

Ok, so now you’ve decided to go on the road, what do you need?

First of all you’ll need a bag to pack the multitudes of gear in.  With a range from Rush, GR8X and Kiddysac, and some sweet little changemat clutches from ChangeMates to pop in your bag for any little ones still in nappies, you have no excuse not to find something gorgeous – and the great thing about the Rush trolley suitcases is that they’re so easy to spot on the baggage reclaim circuit!

Next you need to find things to put in the new bag.  Swimwear is usually an essential packing item for any holiday with active kids, and Little Explorers have a huge amount to choose from for girls and boys.  What about Cuddlefish at heavily reduced prices? Zoggs are there too, along with 2Chillis, Major Menace and Loose Boots among others. There’s even a section of floaties for the smallest family members.

The last thing to make sure you have before you get on the road is something to feed the kids with!  Eating accessories are ultra-important when you’re travelling – after all, nobody wants to deal with kids who are low on blood sugar!! – so make sure you have a lunchbox packed full of healthy snacks and a drink bottle to hand at all times, plus of course Kipiis are invaluable if you have a messy little eater and the HandySitt portable high chair/booster seat is a nifty way of avoiding those nasty, filthy high chairs that seem to populate airports and such places.

Now make absolutely certain that you don’t miss the super Sale Section at Little Explorers.  It’s huge and packed full of delicious discounts, including top brands at up to 50% off! They’re only there while stocks last, so go go go!

1. Long Tee – Red (sz 2 only), $44.95 $22.50
2. Squidgy Critter – Cow, $19.95 $17.95
3. Aka Pipik Sling – Red Poppy, $99.00 $89.95
4. Major Menace Racers (sz 2 & 3 only), $19.95 $9.95
5. Cuddlefish Buoyancy Swimsuit (medium only), $69.95 $54.95
6. Aussie Flag Boardies, $39.95 $34.95
7. Rush Canvas Backpack – Paper Dolls, $35.95 $32.95
8. ChangeMate Nappy Wallet, $34.95 $31.95
9. Dumpling Dynasty Explorer Kit, $29.95 $27.95
10. Aussie Flag Frilled One Piece, $29.95 $27.95
11. LittleLife Explorer Child Carrier, $469.95 $449.95

Little Explorers stocks products from Sigg, Kipiis, Danish By Design, Baby Banz, Akapipik, GR8X, MacPac, Cuddlefish, Goldbug, 2 Chillis, Zoggs, Outlook, Mr Wolf, Sitro Group, 2 Chillies, Austin, Kiddysac, Lima Bean, Freds, LittleLife, Dumpling Dynasty, Be, Annabel Trends and Loose Boots.

Little Explorers ship Australia-wide using Express Post from $7.00 for parcels up to 500g and $11.00 for parcels up to 3kgs. Please see here for more details.

Today’s post written by Kat

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Today it rained -bucketed down. And my two-year-old could not have been happier!

In a brief respite, we threw on our wellies and jumped joyously in puddles in the driveway. If you haven’t tried it lately, I highly recommend it!

If you don’t have a hot bath to jump into after your aquatic adventures, check out these stylish (and splashproof) options:

Gumboots:

Available in a plethora of colours and prints, these options make sure your wellies are anything but boring! Puddle Beach have a bright and cheerful range of boots from several brands, including Western Chief’s Ladybug and Camoflauge ($41.80ea), which offer cotton lining, handles to make putting them on so much easier for litle people, and non-slip soles, which is always handy.

They also have a more basic, but equally as cute, range, with designs such as Aeroplane and Worm ($36ea, currently on sale for $29) sure to delight kids of all ages, as well as your purse!

Hunter Wellington Boots are just about the creme de la creme of the gumboot world. Originally designed for traipsing through the Scottish Highlands, they’ve been in production since 1856 and therefore really know their stuff (and the website reassuringly informs us their boot-making technology has since been updated). They do a kid’s range in simple colours that will set you back $70 a pair, but they are so jam-packed with every orthopaedic advantage, it’s definitely where I’d put my dollars..if I wasn’t so attracted to polka dots and sparkly bits…

..and stripes, like this adorable pair by Morgan & Milo, available at Tiny People, for $60. Or the gorgeous Rasperry Birds print on these Ouch wellies from the Hip Infant ($26.95). So many choices, I almost wish winter was a bit longer (almost)!

Raincoats:

I used to have a sensible bright yellow raincoat that folded neatly into a little square, in it’s own pouch in my schoolbag. Man, it sucked. Thankfully, when my daughter starts school she can have her cherry-pickin’ choice of all that is bright and beautiful -

ShopHouse have a handy wet weather section which includes a nice range of Penny Scallan raincoats. The Navy Star print ($44.95) is subtle yet cool, or for a pretty pattern to brighten up your day try the sweet Daisy print ($44.95).

You could also head back to Puddle Beach for a coat to match your wellies – the Ladybug and Pink Kitty($64.35ea) by Western Chief are perfect for little girls, while the blue Dino coat for boys ($64.35) is just too cute to resist!

Got a little monster? Kit him out appropriately with this cool Monster raincoat ($49.95) from Moochie-moo!

Umbrellas:

There are oodles of umbrellas out there, so let your imagination (and your mouse) run wild!

That said, you might not have to look much further than Kinder Kaboodle, who also have a nifty section devoted to rainy days. Their umbrella pages are just glorious! My picks are the Rush Strawberry Flower and Green Dino brollies, or Penny Scallan’s Star and Spot designs (all $19.95ea).

Wrigglebots have a great range of Kidorable wet weather gear, including the very sweet Butterfly and Lotus umbrellas for girls, and this very cool Pirate for boys (all $18ea)!

I also found a whole shop devoted to brollies (so Mum can grab herself a funky new one as well!), StellaBrella where they not only stock gorgeous prints for kids (like Butterfly and Frogs, $19.95) but uber chic clear options with coloured trims (I love the yellow, despite my prior negative association) – oh la la!

Please check individual stores for postage and delivery information.

Today’s post written by Miki

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Since we’re still in the ‘back to school chaos’ that defines February for so many families, it seems only right to keep a close eye on what’s instore at that mecca of funky back to school supplies: Kinder Kaboodle – www.kinderkaboodle.com.au.

Bernice regularly gets new products in and often discounts various existing lines, so I like to pay a visit at least once a week at this time of year.  You never know what you’ll find!

Right now, for example, Bernice has some very cool new Rush products instore: funky new art smocks in new designs and adorable girls’ shoulder bags among others.

You can still find a MASSIVE range of everything else your kids and tots will need for going back to school, preschool, kinder and daycare, including lunch boxes, drink bottles, hats, sunnies, an immense variety of bags and backpacks – pretty much everything you could possibly imagine needing!  Bernice has also stocked some fabulous ranges including Rush and Tiger Tribe, which enable you to coordinate your kids’ belongings as much or as little as you like.

I also want to point out Yunginz Shoes, which Bernice has discounted by 20%!  Nice!!

And speaking of discounts, check this out: until February 28, you can take 15% off store-wide (yes, that includes sale items) by using the Shop4Kids discount code! This code has been released in the latest Shop4Kids magazine, and will also be published in this week’s KidStyleFile Deals & Steals newsletter – make sure you get your hands on at least one of the above!

1. Yunginz Boys Sandoze, $35.95 $28.95
2. Yunginz Girls Canveez, $34.95 $27.95
3. Rush Hearts & Spots Shoulder Bag, $24.95
4. Dozer Boys Surf Scene Bucket Hat, $14.95
5. Rush Pink Strawberry Flower Shoulder Bag, $24.95
6. Heidi Ho Girls Flower Print Bucket Hat, $14.95
7. Bestever Zebra Lunch Bag, 29.95 $23.95
8. Rush Baboushka Dolls Art Smock, $32.95 (these smocks are long-sleeved, despite the images)
9. Rush Traffic Art Smock, $32.95
10. Rush Paper Dolls Art Smock, $32.95

These top brands are stocked at Kinder Kaboodle: Alex & Charli, Bazoongi Kids, Bestever, Bobble Art, Boys Don’t Wear Bows, Charlie and Lola, Chelona, Chick Pea, Cocoon Couture, Crocodile Creek, Cupcakes Jewellery, Feef, Fleurville, Fruity Faces, Giddy Giddy, Goldfish Gifts, Happy Guru, Hotbods, Jam Industries, Kiddysac, Kids Cold Packs, Little Chipipi, Little Swish, Milestone Press, Mini Rhubarb, Mini Whisk, 4 My Earth, Oscar Blue, Penny Scallan, Rolly Poly Kids, Rush, Smelly Welly, Tatiri, The Bag Tag Studio, Vintage Kid, Western Chief, and Zebra Crossing Club.

Kinder Kaboodle charge $6.00 for parcels up to 500gms and $9.00 for parcels 501gms-3kg, Australia wide. Orders over 4.3kg will display the charge at checkout. Orders over $120 are shipped free!