Weigh your baby at home

Want to be able to monitor your baby's weight gain at home? Getzi has released a scale that allows you to do just that.

The scale accurately calculates weight in 5 gram increments.

Measures baby's weight gain and monitor progress of baby's growth

Memory function stores and recalls last weight measurement

What about just visiting your Early Childhood clinic to weigh your baby? Remember when Tom Cruise bought a ultra sound machine to monitor Katie's pregnancy? I don't know if getting one of these is going over the top? However I am sure it would come in handy for certain situations.

The Getzi baby scale retails for $99.95 plus postage and handling.

Visit http://www.getzi.com.au/

Infant Rear Facing Mirror

What to be able to see your young baby while she is in the rear facing position in her car seat? Then look no further. The adore-a-mirror allows you to be able to see your baby and for your baby to be able to see you while in the required rear facing position for the first six month or so.

There are a couple of designs: butterfly and teddy bear

Here are some details on the product:
Use with rear facing infant capsules and car seats.
Lets you see baby's face while driving.
Super easy to install in any vehicle.
19cm Convex mirror for optimal wide angle and easy viewing

This product retails for $59.95 visit http://www.foxtot.com.au/ for more information or to order.

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Thank you to all babystyle blog fans that have e-mailed me saying how much they love this blog.

I would like to know what you would like to see included in this blog. Please e-mail me at angela@babystyle.com.au and let me know your thoughts.

Thank you
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A white stroller - hmmm!

As part of their new 2007 range Maclaren has released the new Maclaren Volo Carbon. It is a white, yes you heard correct... white light weight stroller. Now I don't know about you but if I had a white stroller for my child it really would be horridly dirty after a while.
This stroller is suitable from 6 months old and takes a weight capacity up to 17kg.

New Kaloo Furniture Range

If you are a Kaloo fan and in the market for a cot and nursery furniture then take a look at this new nursery range - Sable, lilirose and 123. The cot converts into a Junior bed and the range is made from oak veneer and solid wood. For stockists go to www.childsmart.com.au

Want to make your Bugaboo suitable for 2?

If you are expecting your second child and love your Bugaboo and do not want to give it up, this product may be the answer for you. The Tiny Tot board seat allows you to have your new born in the pram and older child (2 years plus - up to 18kg) on the seat. This is not a Bugaboo product however it fits well onto the Bugaboo wheeled board. What it means is instead of your child having to stand they have the option to sit down. It is easy to assemble, and if you are looking for a way to transport 2 children and do not want to go to the expense of buying a double pram it may be for you. It retails for $119.95.

For more information take a look at their web site. http://www.boardseat.com.au/

Bugaboo Twin

If Bugaboo was to develop a twin pram this is what you may think it would look like. Its not a Bugaboo though but a brand called First Wheels and it is sold through Mothercare in the UK. It has the option to have a carry cot and seat, so you can have different aged children in the pram. It retails for about 400 pounds and is available in a few different colour options.

I wonder when Bugaboo will develop their twin pram, and what it will look like?

Nicole Richie Pregnant?

Is super skinny Nicole Richie pregnant? That is what reports in the US are saying. Apparently Richie recently went through a series of tests including urine and blood and the test confirmed that she is pregnant. Then on May 30, Richie was 'apparently' photographed outside a reproductive clinic.

Gee she certainly doesn't look pregnant! However if she is I hope that she takes care of herself and eats well!

i candy

I love the name of this product. Looking at the web site and all of their accessories it reminds me of what Bugaboo offer.

This U.K. company produce a range of prams and the above picture is of the icandy apple, and doesn't the apple logo look cute?

Here are some of its features:

Suitable from birth

Easy-fold mechanism

Lightweight,

corrosion - resistant aluminium chassis

Choice of Stroller/Jogger with swivelling or fixed front lockable swivel wheels

Large rear wheels with air-filled tyres

All-around suspension

Reflective trim

Adjustable soft touch rubber handle bar with choice of 7 positions Adjustable,

multi-position front-facing and rear-facing seat Adjustable leg rest

Extra large shopping basket

Zip pocket on rear of seat unit

Adjustable hood with side and rear viewing panels

All-over rain cover included

Co-ordinating accessories available

Go to http://www.icandyuk.com/ for more information

Back on line :)

Hi Everyone - yippee! the blog is back up and running again. I have been having major technical problems, however they are all fixed now.
Thank you to everyone that e-mailed concerned that this blog was not online for a few days.

Bubzilla Sling

I have had great feedback on this sling from parents that have used it. I have also been told by many Dads how much they love to use a sling to carry their newborn in.

The Bubzilla sling is suitable from birth to 3 years of age. It can be worn with your child on your front, side or back. It is commercially manufactured in Australia from 100% soft cotton drill. They retail for $89.00 and postage is free.

Go to http://www.bubzilla.com/

Take a look at this new stroller to the US

Don't get too excited as this product is unfortunately not yet available in Australia. If it was it would give Bugaboo a big run for its money! The Orbit is a car seat and stroller solution for you and your new baby. Get going with Orbit’s 3-piece starter kit: easily dock the infant car seat into the base and stroller from almost any angle, sensibly keep using the Base and Stroller with future Orbit seats when your baby grows bigger, and confidently install the Orbit Infant System in your car in less than a minute. If you are thinking that you could get this product sent to you from the States please keep in mind that the car seat does not meet Australian Safety Standards.

Take a look at the web site http://www.orbitbaby.com/

Thank you to Babystyle blog reader Clementine for sending me details on this pram.

100% Organic Meals for your little one

Looking for organic ready made food for your little one? Organic Bubs create meals that nourish from the inside out, keeping their tiny growing bodies safe from pesticides and preservatives.

Organic Bubs offer home delivery and are stocked in some Sydney locations. This means you can always have a nutritious, balanced meal on hand; 100% certified organic ingredients.

Their produce is Australian-grown and fresh. It contains no added sugar, preservatives, colouring, thickeners, or salt.

Visit http://www.organicbubs.com/ for more information.

Dunstan Baby Language

I have been meaning to blog about this for a while. If you didn't catch this on Oprah and you have a new born or are expecting this product may be of interest to you.

Dunstan Baby Language allows parents to learn how to understand the meaning of their baby's cries.

The Dunstan Baby Language covers the 5 "words" that babies use to communicate their everyday needs: hunger, tiredness,need to burp, lower wind and discomfort.

Suitable from birth to 3 months.

Take a look it is very interesting. http://www.dunstanbaby.com/

Help Raise Money for Jeans for Genes Day

Jeans for Genes Day will be held on Friday 3rd August this year. Jeans for Genes Day raises money to find cures for Children's diseases. Help support this great cause by buying one of these adorable 'Little Gene-ius' beanie and t-shirt. They are 100% cotton and available from Babies Galore.

The Lovenest - helping to combat flattened head syndrome in babies.

I wish this was around when my son was born. Positional plagyocephalia or "flat head" has become a very common occurrence with the high recommendation to place babies on their backs to sleep due to SIDS recommendations. What can happen is, babies tend to find a comfy spot, then once a flat spot starts the baby's head will generally return to that same spot making the flat spot even more pronounced.

The Lovenest is a product that helps to assist in preventing this problem.

The covered, lightweight foam supports your baby's head. Your baby still has freedom to move its head at will. Baby's head is prevented from solely resting on the occiput (or back of the scull).
This product can be used from birth to 4 months. Use only when baby is on his back.

RRP $49.95. The distributor is http://www.roseandlily.com.au/

Please contact your GP or Childhood Clinic should you have and questions or concerns about 'flat head' and your baby.

Kuster High Chair

A new product to Australia that was at the PBC Expo is the Kuster High Chair. I saw this product on a UK web site about a year and a half ago and loved it. I am so happy that it is now available to us Aussies. The Kuster High Chair is made from high quality beech, it is easy to clean, has an adjustable five position footrest, a removable and adjustable tray, integral storage basket for bibs, toys etc, and it includes a cushion insert (lemon pink or cool blue). At the moment it is only available to DJ's however it will be available in other retailers later in the year. RRP is $369.00. Visit http://www.bornwithstyle.com.au/ for more information.

The Trio Bike

A new way to transport your children! The trioBike is a bike with a two seater stroller on the front. It allows you to just ride the bike, or just push the stroller or combine the two and you can peddle your children all the way to child care.

Their website states that the trioBike carrier bike, easily and without the use of tools, can be transformed into a bike and a pushchair. It has 5 point safety belts for the children, disc brakes, integrated front- and rear lights, fireproof hood and seats, that also have been tested for heavy metals. Based on their website, when you order one there a bunch of different colors you can choose from for the bike, the carrier, the seats and rain cover.

Visit http://www.triobike.com/ for more information.

Looking for a Maternity Pillow?

Pregnant and finding it uncomfortable to sleep? Take a look at the Inspired Living maternity pillow. It can be used during pregnancy and for feeding after baby is born. It is 100% cotton and non allergenic ideal for asthma and allergy sufferers. It retails for about $89.95. Visit http://www.inspiredlivingaus.com/ for more information

Maclaren I Love You Stroller

The Maclaren I Love You stroller is now available in Australia for a limited time. Printed in all colors of the rainbow and fun typefaces pop on a black background -Lime green piping and harness add a cheery splash of color. This unique stroller combines the chassis and function of the popular Maclaren Quest and the chic style of Lulu Guinness. The stroller is suitable from 3 months plus and weighs 5.5kg.

Expo Finds

I went to the PBC Expo on Friday, and I must say it was the busiest I have seen it and I have been going for quite a few years now. There were so many parents with prams compared to other years.
As always there was a good turn out of suppliers from the baby industry, however I was disappointed that there wasn't more new products being launched there this year.

Over the next week or so I will blog about some of the things I came across.

The New Bugaboo Fabric has Arrived

A little while ago I blogged about Bugaboo releasing a new tailored fabric set fabric for its Cameleon. Well it has arrived. I think this new Cordura fabric is much better suited to the Australian climate and it will wear better too. The new colour toppings available are black, red, sand, off white and dark brown. Parents now have the choice to have their Bugaboo Cameleon totally made up of the Cordura Fabric rather than half Cordura and half fleece. I personally love the look of the sand base and dark brown topping.

Wow - Take a Look At This Pram

This pram looks amazing, nothing like what is currently on the market. It is designed by an American design company, Worrell. It is a concept prototype design and not available on the market yet.

Incorporating research mined from a group of first-time parents, Worrell designer Dan Clements created a product that helps proud parents safely and stylishly take their little ones out into the world. Dated strollers are everywhere says Dan; Wiegen represents a refreshing take on the classic stroller, incorporating vibrant exterior colors and a modern aesthetic.

The Wiegen’s most innovative attribute is its unique “stretcher system.” This system consists of two parts: a neoprene shroud which a lightweight aluminum frame and Polypropylene stretcher support, and a baby sling with five-point harness (designed specifically for an age range of infant to 12 months).

Visit http://www.worrell.com/ for more information.

Thank you to Babystyle blog fan Lauren for sending me details of this pram.

A lovely book for your child

Looking for a good book for your child or for a pressie? Take a look at Tough 'ol Teddy by Australian author Bruce Atherton. It's a heartwarming and compassionate tale of a lost teddy bear and his unstinting loyalty to his owner. Bruce Atherton's playful rhyming verse also makes this an excellent book to read aloud. Published by Lothian Books/Hachette Books and available from all good book stores.