EcoSaucer: The Environmentally Friendly Frisbee
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EcoSaucer: The Environmentally Friendly Frisbee

Both figuratively and literally green, the EcoSaucer is an environmentally smart Frisbee alternative made from recycled plastic milk jugs that are collected, processed and assembled in California. And, not that you or the kids will be spending much time chewing on the thing, but the EcoSaucer is also free of BPA and phthalates - which, come to t...
Calico Critters Cozy Cottage
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Calico Critters Cozy Cottage

Go hopping mad for this quaint cozy cottage. Part of the Calico Critters collection, this cottage comes furnished with a bed, stove, ladder, table and chairs.  You also get a food dish, knife and cutting board to play with in the kitchen. This already comes assembled, which is a plus, and is made of plastic and fabric. Price is $US49.95 at Se...
Roy G. Biv Gets His Own Rattle
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Roy G. Biv Gets His Own Rattle

Earlier today, we covered a rainbow-coloured dollhouse puzzle, but for the smaller colour-wonderer on your shopping list, this rainbow rattle also does the trick in seven colours (white included). Made from organic rubberwood, the rattle gets its strength (and its chew-resistance) from a chemical-free kiln drying process, and its colour from no...
Deciduous Puzzle Springs To Life On Your Tabletop
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Deciduous Puzzle Springs To Life On Your Tabletop

Get the kids in the mood for autumn with this Deciduous Puzzle from Anthropologie, which lets you add leaves and apples to the branches of a lovely, three-dimensional tree. Featuring 170 pieces in all, it’s made from a combination of cardstock and recycled paper, so you can even return it back to the earth someday. Someday far, far off,...
It’s A Rainbow World; Our Dolls Just Live In It
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It’s A Rainbow World; Our Dolls Just Live In It

Made from solid German Alder wood and coloured with non-toxic, water-based dyes, this rainbow house gives your favourite doll family a safe, cosy living space to call its own. But when you feel like thinking outside the blocks, you can piece together the set—17 abstract shapes into furniture, guest rooms or a completely new structure....
Designer Alphabet Blocks
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Designer Alphabet Blocks

I love the look of these alphabet blocks; the colours and graphics are simply gorge! The set comes complete with 28 wooden blocks, featuring designs in Alexander Girard’s font. They are printed with non-toxic inks, so they're safe for children. And what's more, they are made of locally grown sustainable bass wood. Suitable for kids ages 3...
The Colour Me Doll Lets You Colour Your Own Way
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The Colour Me Doll Lets You Colour Your Own Way

Does your child like to have everything ‘just so’ and the standard issue clothing that comes with their dolls is just to, well, generic? With the Carla colour Me Doll by the North American Doll Co., your child can decorate their doll’s body and clothing exactly how they’d like.  And if they aren’t happy with their...
Don’t Leave Home Without Your TravelKiddy Activity Kit
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Don’t Leave Home Without Your TravelKiddy Activity Kit

Friends are always asking me what I bring to occupy my toddler when we’re travelling on a plane or driving long distances. TravelKiddy is a website with fun, creative ideas on exactly that; their store sells travel kits packed with mini toys and easy crafts to occupy the smallest baby to the most active kid. With several sizes for differe...
Travel Agency Will Send Your Toys On A Vacation
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Travel Agency Will Send Your Toys On A Vacation

You may not be able to send your kids jetsetting around Europe, but a Czech “toy travel agency” is offering the next best thing. Box up their stuffed animals and send them on the trip instead. They’ll take photos of the toys in front of all the hot tourist spots, then send him home. Think of it as Flat Stanley with thei...
Mini Manhattan Car Set
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Mini Manhattan Car Set

Vrrrroooom, Vrrroooom! Made of German beech wood and finished with 3 coats of non-toxic lacquer–these model cars are modern and fun. Comes complete with a stylish, sleek wooden body, but kids add wheels, windows, and unique customising details, which promises to stimulate the imagination! About $AUD24.99, amazon.com...
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Nappy-Changing Dads Hurt Mum’s Self-Esteem

4:35 PM A new study out of Osaka University of Commerce in Japan has found that when mums are paired with helpful, competent dads who really care about child care, their self-esteem takes... read more

Did You Really Call That Kid A D-Bag?

1:30 PM While the mean girls are ruling the playground, some of their mamas seem to have a potty-mouth problem. Browsing through MomLogic the other day, my eye caught this gem of a head... read more

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Celebrity Sighting: Katie Holmes And Suri Have a Sweet Time!

6:30 PM Someone is a happy happy kid. Suri Cruise was spotted with her mum Katie Holmes after lunch at a Los Angeles coffee shop. And Suri got a bit more than just lunch—she scor... read more

Celebrity Sighting: Ryan Phillippe Takes The Kids Shopping

6:00 PM Ryan Phillippe was spotted going shopping with the kids the other day. Over the weekend, Ryan took his son Deacon and daughter Ava to go stock up on goods at their local supermarke... read more
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