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Bookworm: Save Our Sleep Toddler
Baby whispering is a competitive business, with several 'experts' touting themselves as the original and best baby whisperer. Australian mother Tizzie Hall bills herself as 'The International Baby Whisperer', based on her success with her first parenting book, Save Our Sleep. Save Our Sleep Toddler is Tizzie's new book. Subtitled A parents g...
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Sneak peek: Silver Cross Pop Sport Stroller
Silver Cross have a history of creating quality prams and strollers stretching back to 1877. The latest from the cult brand is the Pop Sport, a lightweight stroller designed for holidays or "popping to the shops". Suitable from birth to toddler, it weighs just 6.8kgs and fully reclines back for sleeping, which is rare in this weight and pr...
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They Say: Overprotective Parenting Causes Brain Damage
Overprotective parenting is not just annoying, it may slow brain growth, according to a new study. As reported in New Scientist, "Children whose parents are overprotective or neglectful are believed to be more susceptible to psychiatric disorders – which in turn are associated with defects in part of the prefrontal cortex." Read more...
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Etsy Alert: Twirling Betty Sun Visors
Sometimes, a hat just ruins an outfit. If you want sun protection with a dash of vintage style, check out these gorgeous sun visors by Twirling Betty. Melbourne mum Christen Dell makes the 1950s style fabric visors along with felt and fabric clips and brooches. If you'd like to see Twirling Betty accessories up close, the brand will be showi...
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Honey, We Wrecked the Kids!
We’re all wondering what’s wrong with the kids of today. Why can’t they amuse themselves, behave themselves and do things for themselves? Why is there so much bullying, disrespect, vandalism, drug taking, sexualised behaviour and violence? Our generation didn’t behave this way, we reminisce proudly. We did as we were told, respected o...
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Mad Men Barbie Dolls: For You, Not Them
Due to the overwhelming success of TV show Mad Men, Mattel have announced they are bringing out versions of Barbie and Ken styled after four “Mad Men” characters - Joan, Roger, Don and Betty. These dolls aren't for child's play though, they're part of a premium-price collectors’ series for adults called the Barbie Fashion Model Collect...
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Corey Haim: As We’ll Remember Him
Today I woke to the very sad news that 80s icon Corey Haim had died, apparently from an accidental drug overdose. I'd say most 30-something women had a crush one one of The Two Coreys in high school, and I hearted Haim. Rather than focus on the addict he became, I'd rather remember Corey as he was in the 80s. First, in the famous bath scene f...
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They Say: Popular Kids Are Trouble
I often hear parents say that they want their children to be popular at school, perhaps wanting to make up for a lonely childhood of their own. But being popular may not be all that's it cracked up to be, with news of a psychology study linking adolescent popularity with drug use and delinquent behaviour. Read more...
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It’s Raining On Me!
Being a fan of non-pink clothes for girls, I am completely in love with the new 'It's Raining On Me' range by Sooki baby. The bodysuit above, co-ordinates with frilly leggings, a tunic dress, t-shirt and swing coat. All feature a dash of red and a touch of whimsy. The kimono-style bodysuit is $28.95 and you can pick them all up at My Baby...
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