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		<title>Prizeapalooza day 20 &#8211; an Incy Interiors cot</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 19 May 2013 21:00:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Barbara O'Reilly</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Day twenty of our May Prizeapalooza makes me sad. You see, as a Babyology writer I&#8217;m not actually allowed to enter these giveaways and on days like today, it hurts a little bit.  Incy Interiors is giving away one of their coloured cots, expertly crafted from strong iron and available in a range of colours.[.....]]]></description>
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<p>Day twenty of our May Prizeapalooza makes me sad. You see, as a Babyology writer I&#8217;m not actually allowed to enter these giveaways and on days like today, it hurts a little bit. <span id="more-104651"></span></p>
<p><a href="http://www.incyinteriors.com.au/index.php" target="_blank">Incy Interiors</a> is giving away one of their <a href="http://www.incyinteriors.com.au/index.php?cPath=1" target="_blank">coloured cots</a>, expertly crafted from strong iron and available in a range of colours. These beautiful cots are the perfect balance between vintage style and modern design.</p>
<p>If you want to be the lucky reader who wins a gorgeous cot worth $599, just leave a comment below with your full name in the Post a Comment section, telling us which other items from the Incy Interiors range you would choose to accessorise you new cot. You have seven days and entries close midnight, 26 May, 2013.</p>
<p>For full details, see our <a href="http://babyology.com.au/competitions/prizeapalooza-terms-conditions-may-2013" target="_blank">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>.</p>
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		<title>Colour baby&#8217;s world with new releases from Pantone</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 19 May 2013 09:00:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Katrina Whelen</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Pantone, surely the most authoritative word on colour matching, recently launched a new subscription service, Pantoneview, that alerts you to on-trend colours to &#8216;inform and inspire your colour decisions&#8217;. Although I have no need for such a service, I&#8217;m sorely tempted to sign up &#8211; call it &#8216;colour curiosity&#8217;. For babies and toddlers with colour[.....]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-103596" alt="pantone flashcards 2 Colour babys world with new releases from Pantone" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pantone-flashcards-2.jpg" width="427" height="556" title="Colour babys world with new releases from Pantone" /></p>
<p>Pantone, surely the most authoritative word on colour matching, recently launched a new subscription service, Pantoneview, that alerts you to on-trend colours to &#8216;inform and inspire your colour decisions&#8217;. Although I have no need for such a service, I&#8217;m sorely tempted to sign up &#8211; call it &#8216;colour curiosity&#8217;.<span id="more-103594"></span></p>
<p>For babies and toddlers with colour curiosity, some new releases by <a href="http://www.pantone.com/pages/pantone/index.aspx" target="_blank">Pantone</a> are sure to appeal.</p>
<p>First up, gorgeous <a href="http://www.bookdepository.com/Pantone-Colour-Cards-LLC-Pantone/9781419707865" target="_blank"><em>Pantone: Colour Cards</em></a>. There are eighteen flashcards in the set, made up of two tones of each of the nine basic colours. With a solid colour on one side of the card and a modern, illustrated pattern of animals or objects in shades of the same colour family on the other, the cards are both educational and beautiful to look at. Colours include Shark Grey, Grasshopper Green and Duckling Yellow &#8211; the challenge for children is to look at the illustrations and pick out which shade is Shark Grey, Grasshopper Green, Duckling Yellow and so forth.</p>
<p>Also new is <a href="http://www.bookdepository.com/Pantone-Box-Colour-LLC-Pantone/9781419705151?b=-3&amp;t=-20#Fulldescription-20" target="_blank"><em>Pantone: Box of Colour</em></a>, a set of six small, chunky board books, one for each of red, yellow, green, purple, orange and blue. Each book includes durable die cut-outs of familiar objects against various shades of each colour. Simple text cues parents and children to label objects and observe lighter and darker shades of the same colour.</p>
<p>Both the flashcards and the books are suitable for children aged one year and over and are available from Book Depository. For grown-ups with colour curiosity, check out <a href="http://pantoneview.com/" target="_blank">Pantoneview</a>.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-103595" alt="pantone box of colour 1 Colour babys world with new releases from Pantone" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/pantone-box-of-colour-1.jpg" width="240" height="372" title="Colour babys world with new releases from Pantone" /></p>
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		<title>&#8216;Max &amp; George&#8217; &#8211; a story about imaginary friends</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 19 May 2013 02:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Katrina Whelen</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Children&#8217;s imaginations are wonderful, magical things. They can conjure castles in the sky, monsters under the bed&#8230; and imaginary friends. Max &#38; George, written by Cori Brooke and illustrated by Sue deGennaro, is a story about a little boy, Max, and his imaginary friend, George. George lives in windows. &#8220;House windows and car windows. Train[.....]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-103498" alt="Max and George Cori Brooke 11 &#8216;Max &#038; George&#8217; &#8211; a story about imaginary friends" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Max-and-George-Cori-Brooke-11.jpg" width="490" height="600" title="&#8216;Max &#038; George&#8217; &#8211; a story about imaginary friends" /></p>
<p>Children&#8217;s imaginations are wonderful, magical things. They can conjure castles in the sky, monsters under the bed&#8230; and imaginary friends.<br />
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<p><a href="http://www.penguin.com.au/products/9780670076352/max-and-george" target="_blank"><em>Max &amp; George</em></a>, written by <a href="http://coribrooke.com.au/books/" target="_blank">Cori Brooke</a> and illustrated by Sue deGennaro, is a story about a little boy, Max, and his imaginary friend, George. George lives in windows.</p>
<p style="padding-left: 30px;"><em>&#8220;House windows and car windows. Train windows and shop windows. Max was never lonely as long as he had a window.&#8221;</em></p>
<p>The best thing about George was that he felt the same way as Max about all sorts of things (fancy that?!). So when Max is feeling a little apprehensive about starting school, George is there, in the school window, to keep him company.</p>
<p style="padding-left: 30px;">&#8220;<em>One afternoon Max thought George seemed especially jittery and nervous. Max was also feeling pretty nervous. He was starting school in a few days.&#8221;</em></p>
<p>But what happens when Max meets some &#8216;real life&#8217; friends in the school playground?</p>
<p>Ultimately, Max makes friends with other kids and stops looking in windows. I actually found the end of this story quite poignant &#8211; an important part of growing up is giving away imaginary friends and security blankets but it doesn&#8217;t mean it&#8217;s not a teensy bit sad!</p>
<p>This is a terrific book for kids who are a little anxious about new situations and strikes a good balance between holding onto familiar comforts and facing new experiences. Kids avoiding giving up their security blanket or similar will happily note that on the last page of this story, Max is not completely without George.</p>
<p>Mention must be made of deGennaro&#8217;s delicate, thoughtful illustrations. She has captured the relationship between Max and George beautifully, with each character a perfect, expressive &#8216;mirror&#8217; of the other.</p>
<p><em>Max &amp; George</em> is suitable for children aged three years and over and can be found online at <a href="http://www.penguin.com.au/products/9780670076352/max-and-george" target="_blank">Penguin Australia</a>.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-103500" alt="Max and George Cori Brooke 4 &#8216;Max &#038; George&#8217; &#8211; a story about imaginary friends" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Max-and-George-Cori-Brooke-4.jpg" width="559" height="219" title="&#8216;Max &#038; George&#8217; &#8211; a story about imaginary friends" /></p>
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		<title>Prizeapalooza winners announcement days 5 &#8211; 11</title>
		<link>http://babyology.com.au/news/prizeapalooza-winners-announcement-days-5-11.html</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 19 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lexi Klaebe</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here it is! Round two of our Prizeapalooza winners had many giveaways needing more than one winner, so your chances of claiming an awesome prize are definitely increased &#8211; click through to see if you&#8217;re one of the lucky ones! It&#8217;s as simple as fill and freeze on day five with the Miinki Moop competition![.....]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-103721" alt="Qubies 21 Prizeapalooza winners announcement days 5 &#8211; 11" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Qubies_21.jpg" width="600" height="457" title="Prizeapalooza winners announcement days 5 &#8211; 11" /></p>
<p>Here it is! Round two of our Prizeapalooza winners had many giveaways needing more than one winner, so your chances of claiming an awesome prize are definitely increased &#8211; click through to see if you&#8217;re one of the lucky ones!<span id="more-105412"></span></p>
<p>It&#8217;s as simple as fill and freeze on day <a href="http://babyology.com.au/feeding/prizeapalooza-day-five-qubies-by-miinki-moop.html" target="_blank">five</a> with the <a href="http://www.qubies.com.au/" target="_blank">Miinki Moop</a> competition! Five Babyologists will be enjoying their very own Qubies tray in the kitchen, valued at $20 each. The winners are:</p>
<p><strong>J. George, M. Robertson, S. Shilton, V. Rogers and C. Raschle</strong></p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-104411" alt="ellas kitchen Prizeapalooza winners announcement days 5 &#8211; 11" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/ellas-kitchen.jpg" width="600" height="570" title="Prizeapalooza winners announcement days 5 &#8211; 11" /></p>
<p>On day <a href="http://babyology.com.au/feeding/prizeapalooza-day-six-ellas-kitchen-baby-food-packs.html" target="_blank">six</a> we continued our kitchen theme but this time with <a href="http://www.ellaskitchen.com.au/" target="_blank">Ella&#8217;s Kitchen</a>! Save yourself some time in the kitchen by having Ella&#8217;s Kitchen Baby Food on hand for when you&#8217;re low on time or out and about. Two winners have scored themselves a fabulous Ella&#8217;s Kitchen Baby Food pack valued at $50 each. The winners are:</p>
<p><strong>S. Cooper and L. Chan</strong></p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-104260" alt="okiedog2 Prizeapalooza winners announcement days 5 &#8211; 11" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/okiedog2.jpg" width="600" height="512" title="Prizeapalooza winners announcement days 5 &#8211; 11" /></p>
<p>It was time to treat yourself on day <a href="http://babyology.com.au/out-and-about/prizeapalooza-day-seven-a-new-nappy-bag-from-okiedog.html" target="_blank">seven</a> with a brand new nappy bag to the value of $119.95 from Okiedog! You&#8217;re spoilt for choice in both design and colour when it comes to <a href="http://www.okiedog.com.au/" target="_blank">Okiedog</a>, they&#8217;ve considered everything and everyone! We wish this Babyologist much luck in choosing their favourite bag:</p>
<p><strong>A. Morgan</strong></p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-104590" alt="toto knits 11 Prizeapalooza winners announcement days 5 &#8211; 11" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/toto-knits-11.jpg" width="600" height="426" title="Prizeapalooza winners announcement days 5 &#8211; 11" /></p>
<p>Day <a href="http://babyology.com.au/fashion/prizeapalooza-day-eight-toto-knits.html" target="_blank">eight</a> was just what some Babyologists were waiting for &#8211; the chance to kick start their children&#8217;s winter wardrobe shopping. The amazing folk at <a href="http://totoknitsshop.com" target="_blank">Toto Knits</a> are giving one reader the opportunity to spend $100 on their gorgeous knits, ensuring their little ones are kept cosy all winter long. The winner is:</p>
<p><strong>K. Poier</strong></p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-104089" alt="Funkis hook gallery Prizeapalooza winners announcement days 5 &#8211; 11" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Funkis-hook-gallery.jpg" width="600" height="511" title="Prizeapalooza winners announcement days 5 &#8211; 11" /></p>
<p>There will be no excuses for not hanging things up if you&#8217;re the winner of our <a href="http://www.funkis.com/" target="_blank">Funkis Swedish Forms</a> competition on day <a href="http://babyology.com.au/miscellaneous/prizeapalooza-day-nine-funky-hooks-from-funkis-swedish-forms.html" target="_blank">nine</a>! A prize pack of four awesome Maze hooks valued at $117 will make keeping the floor clear a breeze (well.. we can hope) and not to mention look fabulous on the wall. The winner is:</p>
<p><strong>S. Martin</strong></p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-103949" alt="State of folly bag Prizeapalooza winners announcement days 5 &#8211; 11" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/State_of_folly_bag.jpg" width="600" height="741" title="Prizeapalooza winners announcement days 5 &#8211; 11" /></p>
<p>The <a href="http://www.stateoffolly.com/" target="_blank">State of Folly</a> competition on day <a href="http://babyology.com.au/out-and-about/prizeapalooza-day-10-state-of-folly-leather-handbag.html" target="_blank">ten</a> saw our Babyologists in a state of excitement &#8211; and rightly so with this gorgeous State of Folly One Tan bag worth $329 up for grabs. The winner that will be toting all their wares in style is:</p>
<p><strong>S. Locock</strong></p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-104614" alt="alfredmaize Prizeapalooza winners announcement days 5 &#8211; 11" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/alfredmaize.jpg" width="600" height="401" title="Prizeapalooza winners announcement days 5 &#8211; 11" /></p>
<p>The countdown to bedtime is more exciting when there&#8217;s new pyjamas to snuggle in to and just as well, since day <a href="http://babyology.com.au/fashion/prizeaplooza-day-eleven-alfred-maize-pyjama-sets.html" target="_blank">eleven</a> was all about stunning Alfred &amp; Maize pyjamas! Two winners will have the choice of two sets of pyjamas from the <a href="http://www.alfredandmaize.com.au/" target="_blank">Alfred &amp; Maize</a> collection, with each prize valued at $99.90. The winners are:</p>
<p><strong>T. Kelly and J. Daniels</strong></p>
<p>A big thank you to our entrants and sponsors for taking part in our Prizeapalooza! Winners and sponsors, we will be in touch by email soon so please keep an eye on your inbox!</p>
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		<title>Prizeapalooza day 19 &#8211; light up a name with Mylight!</title>
		<link>http://babyology.com.au/nursery/prizeapalooza-day-19-light-up-a-name-with-mylight.html</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2013 21:00:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lexi Klaebe</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Day nineteen&#8217;s Prizeapalooza prize will see your child&#8217;s name (or your own!) up in lights! No extraordinary acting talent is required to see your name in lights with today&#8217;s prize &#8211; the creators of amazing Mylight personalised lights are giving not one, but two lucky readers a voucher valued at $150 to spend on designing[.....]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-104692" alt="mylight lifestyle 2 Prizeapalooza day 19   light up a name with Mylight!" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/mylight-lifestyle-2.jpg" width="600" height="366" title="Prizeapalooza day 19   light up a name with Mylight!" /></p>
<p>Day nineteen&#8217;s Prizeapalooza prize will see your child&#8217;s name (or your own!) up in lights!<span id="more-104548"></span></p>
<p>No extraordinary acting talent is required to see your name in lights with today&#8217;s prize &#8211; the creators of amazing <a href="http://mylight.com.au/" target="_blank">Mylight</a> personalised lights are giving not one, but two lucky readers a voucher valued at $150 to spend on designing their very own personalised Mylight.</p>
<p>Children of all ages will love to have their very own Mylight light box &#8211; it casts a beautiful ambient light as a night light in the nursery or for older kids, it&#8217;s just plain awesome to have your very own name up in lights! Designing your Mylight is easy, with a step-by-step process guiding you through colour selection, font choices and so forth &#8211; all to finish in a completely personalised and unique light that will be cherished for many years.</p>
<p>To enter, leave a comment below with your full name in the Post a Comment section, telling us who in your home really needs their own <a href="http://mylight.com.au/design-mylight" target="_blank">Mylight</a> and what colour and font you would use in your Mylight design. You have seven days and entries close, 25 May 2013.</p>
<p>For full details, see our <a href="http://babyology.com.au/competitions/prizeapalooza-terms-conditions-may-2013" target="_blank">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-104691" alt="Mylight lifestyle Prizeapalooza day 19   light up a name with Mylight!" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Mylight-lifestyle.jpg" width="600" height="347" title="Prizeapalooza day 19   light up a name with Mylight!" /></p>
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		<title>Does it get any better than a Lego school?!</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2013 09:00:23 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Katrina Whelen</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A school curriculum based around Lego? Bring it on, says my seven-year-old! It&#8217;s billed as the world&#8217;s first &#8216;Lego school&#8217;, although it&#8217;s a bit more serious than that sounds. You may have visions of a school environment not unlike the colourful Lego hotel and school days filled with building and brick-work. However, while exercising creativity[.....]]]></description>
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<p>A school curriculum based around Lego? Bring it on, says my seven-year-old!<span id="more-105134"></span></p>
<p>It&#8217;s billed as the world&#8217;s first &#8216;Lego school&#8217;, although it&#8217;s a bit more serious than that sounds. You may have visions of a school environment not unlike the colourful <a href="http://babyology.com.au/travel/babyology-explores-legoland-hotel.html">Lego hotel</a> and school days filled with building and brick-work. However, while exercising creativity and imagination underpins much of the curriculum at the <a href="http://www.isbillund.com/" target="_blank">International School of Billund</a>, the school will also incorporate Denmark’s state education system requirements with an International Baccalaureate curriculum framework. The curriculum is being developed for students aged three to sixteen years old.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-105137" alt="lego school 2 Does it get any better than a Lego school?!" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/lego-school-2.jpg" width="410" height="283" title="Does it get any better than a Lego school?!" /></p>
<p>So what does a <a href="http://www.isbillund.com/en-gb/curriculum/curriculum/" target="_blank">curriculum</a> based around Lego really look like? The <a href="http://www.isbillund.com/en-gb/curriculum/creative-approach/" target="_blank">Lego System</a> is characterised by &#8216;playful&#8217; learning &#8211; allowing students to immerse themselves in what they are doing, explore ideas, tinker, make and re-make things. In addition, the Lego System incorporates &#8216;Systematic Creativity&#8217; &#8211; a combination of logic and reasoning with playfulness and imagination.</p>
<p>Interestingly, the school was initiated by the Lego Foundation, as a way of attracting highly-qualified international employees to Denmark (and more specifically to the LEGO Group as well as to other companies in the Billund area). In times when education is often left off the agenda, it&#8217;s impressive to see a school as a prominent part of social and economic planning.</p>
<p>The International School of Billund opens in August this year. The school is currently accepting <a href="http://www.isbillund.com/en-gb/admissions/admissions/" target="_blank">applications</a>.</p>
<p>(via <a href="http://www.iheartchaos.com/post/49114760339/lego-is-opening-a-school-in-denmark-the-most-awesome" target="_blank">I Heart Chaos</a>)</p>
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		<title>Put your best (muddy) foot forward in Bogs boots</title>
		<link>http://babyology.com.au/fashion/put-your-best-muddy-foot-forward-in-bogs-boots.html</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2013 02:00:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lexi Klaebe</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[gumboots]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[As we launch ourselves into the chilly days of autumn and winter, playing outdoors can be a challenge when everything is wet, damp and often muddy. Top of the seasonal change wardrobe list should be gumboots &#8211; and what a range Bogs Footwear have! Regardless if it&#8217;s a pair of boots needed for the muddiest[.....]]]></description>
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<p>As we launch ourselves into the chilly days of autumn and winter, playing outdoors can be a challenge when everything is wet, damp and often muddy. Top of the seasonal change wardrobe list should be gumboots &#8211; and what a range Bogs Footwear have!<span id="more-104315"></span></p>
<p>Regardless if it&#8217;s a pair of boots needed for the muddiest of paddocks, the slippery snow or simply the garden or grassy park &#8211; Bogs Footwear have a style and print or colour to suit everyone from the earliest of walkers to <a href="http://www.bogsfootwear.com.au/shop/styles/womensShoes/viewAll/page-1.html" target="_blank">ladies</a> and <a href="http://www.bogsfootwear.com.au/shop/styles/mensShoes/viewAll/page-1.html" target="_blank">men</a>.</p>
<p>The Bogs <a href="http://www.bogsfootwear.com.au/shop/styles/kidsShoes/kidsBaby/page0.html" target="_blank">Baby Boot</a> ($59.95, in sizes four to ten) is a slip-on style and has a luxe plush lining for keeping little toes toasty warm and, above all else, dry. The Baby Boot is even machine washable in the event your tot gets super busy in a muddy puddle!</p>
<p>Older children don&#8217;t miss out with a bevy of fun boots available, from the classic natural rubber <a href="http://www.bogsfootwear.com.au/shop/style/71326-G57.html" target="_blank">Rain Boot</a> to the more fashion forward <a href="http://www.bogsfootwear.com.au/shop/style/71190-B44.html" target="_blank">Mumsie Boot</a> which stands up to -30°c weather. Bogs boots are made from quality rubber, ensuring they&#8217;ll easily withstand hours of digging in dirt and splashing in rain puddles.</p>
<p>To see what&#8217;s available for every family member, head on over to <a href="http://www.bogsfootwear.com.au/shop/index.html" target="_blank">Bogs Footwear</a>.</p>
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		<title>Prizeapalooza day 18 &#8211; Bright Star Kids wall decals</title>
		<link>http://babyology.com.au/nursery/prizeapalooza-day-18-bright-star-kids-wall-decals.html</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2013 21:00:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Katrina Whelen</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It&#8217;s day eighteen of Babyology&#8217;s Prizeapalooza and you&#8217;ll be glad you stuck around for this terrific prize. Bright Star Kids is giving four lucky Babyology readers the opportunity to pick their favourite wall art from the extensive Bright Star Kids range, to the value of $50. The total prize pool is valued at $200. Create[.....]]]></description>
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<p>It&#8217;s day eighteen of Babyology&#8217;s Prizeapalooza and you&#8217;ll be glad you stuck around for this terrific prize.<span id="more-104697"></span></p>
<p><a href="http://www.brightstarkids.com.au/" target="_blank">Bright Star Kids</a> is giving four lucky Babyology readers the opportunity to pick their favourite <a href="http://www.brightstarkids.com.au/Wall-Art.aspx?s3" target="_blank">wall art</a> from the extensive Bright Star Kids range, to the value of $50. The total prize pool is valued at $200.</p>
<p>Create colourful nursery walls with wall stickers from Bright Star Kids. The stickers are gentle on walls and are completely removable and reusable &#8211; not only can you easily change the look of a room with wall stickers, but they are a fantastic decorating idea for those renting or for people who like to change their minds!</p>
<p>The range is huge. Choose from flowers and rainbows to nifty chalkboard stickers, mermaids and hot air balloons. I love the simple <a href="http://www.brightstarkids.com.au/Spots---Dots-Wall-Stickers.aspx?p555" target="_blank">Spots &amp; Dots</a> set &#8211; perfect for a unisex nursery.</p>
<p>To enter, leave a comment below with your full name in the Post a Comment section telling us which Bright Star Kids wall art design you&#8217;d choose and why. You have seven days and entries close midnight, 24 May, 2013.</p>
<p>For full details, see our <a href="http://babyology.com.au/competitions/prizeapalooza-terms-conditions-may-2013">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>.</p>
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		<title>Mountain Buggy turns city slicker with the Cosmopolitan</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2013 09:00:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Katrina Whelen</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Mountain Buggy fans, adjust your three-wheeled thinking. Mountain Buggy, synonymous with the three-wheeled pram that can handle &#8216;off-road&#8217; conditions, is taking a change-of-pace with the brand new Mountain Buggy Cosmopolitan. The Cosmopolitan stays true to Mountain Buggy&#8217;s history &#8211; first-class suspension for a smooth ride, durable frame and a simple and easy fold system &#8211;[.....]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-104493" alt="Mountain Buggy Cosmopolitan 9 Mountain Buggy turns city slicker with the Cosmopolitan" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Mountain_Buggy_Cosmopolitan_9.jpg" width="600" height="600" title="Mountain Buggy turns city slicker with the Cosmopolitan" /></p>
<p>Mountain Buggy fans, adjust your three-wheeled thinking.<span id="more-104487"></span></p>
<p><a href="http://mountainbuggy.com/" target="_blank">Mountain Buggy</a>, synonymous with the three-wheeled pram that can handle &#8216;off-road&#8217; conditions, is taking a change-of-pace with the brand new <a href="http://mountainbuggy.com/en/buggies/single/cosmopolitan" target="_blank">Mountain Buggy Cosmopolitan</a>.</p>
<p>The Cosmopolitan stays true to Mountain Buggy&#8217;s history &#8211; first-class suspension for a smooth ride, durable frame and a simple and easy fold system &#8211; but incorporates a four-wheel drive and a three-position seat &#8211; recline, forward or rear-facing.</p>
<p>So the big news is four wheels. Mountain Buggy have used Aerotech tyres, a puncture-proof blend of EVA and rubber, ensuring durability and a smooth ride for your baby. With the push of a button (literally), the front wheels transition smoothly from fixed to swivel, essential for manoeuvrability. Combined with Mountain Buggy&#8217;s superior suspension engineering, the Cosmopolitan allows you to tackle kerbs with ease.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-104498" alt="Mountain Buggy Cosmopolitan 4 Mountain Buggy turns city slicker with the Cosmopolitan" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Mountain_Buggy_Cosmopolitan_4.jpg" width="509" height="300" title="Mountain Buggy turns city slicker with the Cosmopolitan" /></p>
<p>There&#8217;s much to like about the Cosmopolitan&#8217;s three seat positions. The main seat is forward or rear facing and converts to a full carrycot with a few simple adjustments. This means that the pram truly takes a baby from birth onwards without the need for buying additional extras.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-104494" alt="Mountain Buggy Cosmopolitan 11 Mountain Buggy turns city slicker with the Cosmopolitan" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Mountain_Buggy_Cosmopolitan_11.jpg" width="600" height="349" title="Mountain Buggy turns city slicker with the Cosmopolitan" /></p>
<p>Other appealing features include a one pedal foot park brake that is activated with ease; straightforward fold and unfold (my favourite feature of my Mountain Buggy &#8211; there&#8217;s no &#8216;knack&#8217;, you simply fold and unfold in one simple move); a huge basket; and a five-point harness with two-button release that will keep even the most skilled escape-artists strapped in.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-104490" alt="Mountain Buggy Cosmopolitan 1 Mountain Buggy turns city slicker with the Cosmopolitan" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Mountain_Buggy_Cosmopolitan_1.jpg" width="500" height="216" title="Mountain Buggy turns city slicker with the Cosmopolitan" /></p>
<p>The Cosmopolitan is available in three colours &#8211; chilli, turquoise and flint (a slick stone and denim combination), combined with a brushed matte aluminum finish. It retails for $799. Shop online or find a retailer directly through <a href="http://shop.mountainbuggy.com/buggies/cosmopolitan-buggy" target="_blank">Mountain Buggy</a>.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-104488" alt="Mountain Buggy Cosmopolitan 8 Mountain Buggy turns city slicker with the Cosmopolitan" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Mountain_Buggy_Cosmopolitan_8.jpg" width="500" height="500" title="Mountain Buggy turns city slicker with the Cosmopolitan" /></p>
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		<title>Let babies make beautiful music with Minimaracas</title>
		<link>http://babyology.com.au/toys/let-babies-make-beautiful-music-with-minimaracas.html</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2013 02:00:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Anita Butterworth</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[If it makes noise, you just know children are going to love it. And it&#8217;s a bonus if said toy is also beautiful.  As parents we soon learn that children abhor silence. Or maybe that&#8217;s just my boys? Either way, these gorgeous little creations are bound to be a favourite with babies and children alike. They&#8217;re called[.....]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-104019" alt="minimaracas Let babies make beautiful music with Minimaracas" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/minimaracas.jpg" width="600" height="378" title="Let babies make beautiful music with Minimaracas" /></p>
<p>If it makes noise, you just know children are going to love it. And it&#8217;s a bonus if said toy is also beautiful. <span id="more-104018"></span></p>
<p>As parents we soon learn that children abhor silence. Or maybe that&#8217;s just my boys? Either way, these gorgeous little creations are bound to be a favourite with babies and children alike.</p>
<p>They&#8217;re called Minimaracas, from French company <a href="http://www.deuz.biz/creations/minimaracas-hochets/" target="_blank">Deuz</a>. They come in a set of three wooden rattles, carved from wood harvested from replanted trees grown without chemicals and are hand lacquered with natural vegetable dyes.</p>
<p>Made to Fair Trade standards in India, they are suitable from birth, and are available locally from <a href="http://www.sustainababy.com.au/products/toys/rattles---teethers/Minimaracas" target="_blank">Sustainababy</a> for $42.90.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-104020" alt="minimaracas1 Let babies make beautiful music with Minimaracas" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/minimaracas1.jpg" width="600" height="543" title="Let babies make beautiful music with Minimaracas" /></p>
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		<title>Prizeapalooza day 17 &#8211; Squooshi reusable food pouches</title>
		<link>http://babyology.com.au/feeding/prizeapalooza-day-17-squooshi-reusable-food-pouches.html</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 May 2013 21:00:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Leah Fitzhardinge</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There&#8217;s not one, but three prize packages today, for people who want to take charge of their children&#8217;s food and their packaging in one hit. Come on through to make them yours! Of course you recognise these &#8211; they&#8217;re the Squooshi reusable food pouches, and they&#8217;ve been a huge hit with our readers whenever we&#8217;ve[.....]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-104926" alt="squooshi1 Prizeapalooza day 17   Squooshi reusable food pouches" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/squooshi1.jpg" width="531" height="550" title="Prizeapalooza day 17   Squooshi reusable food pouches" /></p>
<p>There&#8217;s not one, but three prize packages today, for people who want to take charge of their children&#8217;s food and their packaging in one hit. Come on through to make them yours!<span id="more-104925"></span></p>
<p>Of course you recognise these &#8211; they&#8217;re the <a title="Get baby food savvy with Squooshi reusable food pouch" href="http://babyology.com.au/feeding/get-baby-food-savvy-with-squooshi-reusable-food-pouch.html">Squooshi reusable food pouches</a>, and they&#8217;ve been a huge hit with our readers whenever we&#8217;ve mentioned them. If you were one of those people who saw the potential for these washable, refillable pouches to make a difference in your kitchen, today is the perfect day to make that dream a reality.</p>
<p><a href="http://squooshi.com/" target="_blank">Squooshi</a> are offering three prize packs today, each with a value of $50. The packs each include four small and four large food pouches (as pictured below), along with a natural wood drying rack for the pouches, and a six pack of replacement caps. With such a useful prize, you could be well on your way to taking charge of all the mushy kids&#8217; foods in your life!</p>
<p>To enter leave a comment below with your full name in the Post a Comment section, telling us which of the recipe suggestions at <a href="http://squooshi.com/" target="_blank">Squooshi</a> would have the kids licking their lips at your place. You have seven days and entries close midnight, 23 May, 2013.</p>
<p>For full details, see our <a href="http://babyology.com.au/competitions/prizeapalooza-terms-conditions-may-2013">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>.</p>
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		<title>Safety first with the Britax Safe-n-Sound car seat range</title>
		<link>http://babyology.com.au/out-and-about/safety-first-with-the-britax-safe-n-sound-car-seat-range.html</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 May 2013 09:00:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Anita Butterworth</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Travel]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[You can never be armed with too much information when it comes to choosing car seats for your children. Click through to find out what this innovative brand has to offer in the way of safe travel for brand new babies, through to older children.  When pregnant with my first child I was so overwhelmed[.....]]]></description>
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<p>You can never be armed with too much information when it comes to choosing car seats for your children. Click through to find out what this innovative brand has to offer in the way of safe travel for brand new babies, through to older children. <span id="more-104596"></span></p>
<p>When pregnant with my first child I was so overwhelmed with the car seat options, I simply asked our local baby store owner which car seat is the safest. Full stop. And without hesitation he led me to the <a href="http://www.britax.com.au/" target="_blank">Britax</a> Safe-n-Sound section. I purchased a Safe-n-Sound capsule then and there, and when I became pregnant with my second child two years later, I knew exactly what to purchase. I&#8217;ve never regretted those purchases, in fact I&#8217;ve recommended Safe-n-Sound car seats to anyone who will listen. I believe a safe car seat is the most important purchase you can make as a new parent, so here&#8217;s the low down on what Britax has to offer.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-104608" alt="britaxcompaq Safety first with the Britax Safe n Sound car seat range" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/britaxcompaq.jpg" width="600" height="343" title="Safety first with the Britax Safe n Sound car seat range" /></p>
<p>The <a href="http://www.britax.com.au/car-seats/compaq-2" target="_blank">Safe-n-Sound Compaq</a> is a great option for those with smaller cars. It can be used for newborns, and will last until the child is four. It can be used rearward facing for babies from birth until they&#8217;re about twelve months old, or until their shoulders reach the Lower Shoulder Height Marker. It can then be used as a forward facing seat from about twelve months old until the child is four. The slim design makes it perfect for compact cars, where the front seats tend to be in close proximity to the rear seats.</p>
<p>The safety of the seats comes from its deep side wings, which are really important for side impact protection. It also includes a layer that will absorb energy in a crash. The Compaq also has the Safe-n-Sound sliding retractable stabilising bar to prevent the child from coming in contact with the vehicle seat in a head-on crash (whilst in the rearward position).</p>
<p>One of the clever features is the three recline positions, which includes an upright position, when the seat is in forward facing mode. It&#8217;s just awful watching a sleepy little head constantly rolling forward, so being able to recline the seat a little is a bonus on long trips. The Push Button adjusters in these seats are fantastic. If your child happens to be wearing something a little bulkier than usual, it&#8217;s so handy to just press the button and loosen the straps a fraction to ensure they fit correctly.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-104607" alt="britaxahr Safety first with the Britax Safe n Sound car seat range" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/britaxahr.jpg" width="600" height="333" title="Safety first with the Britax Safe n Sound car seat range" /></p>
<p>If you&#8217;re starting off with a baby capsule (as I did) the next step in car seats is the<a href="http://www.britax.com.au/car-seats/safe-n-sound-harnessed-convertible-child-booster-seat/maxi-rider-ahr-easy-adjust-caramel" target="_blank"> Safe-n-Sound Maxi Rider AHR Easy Adjust</a>. This model is suitable for children from six months through to eight years, and having purchased two of the previous models in this range, I can highly recommend them. It can be used in forward facing mode from six months through to four years using the in-built harness. It can then be used as a Booster Seat with a lap-sash seat belt or child harness and lap or lap sash seat belt &#8211; a child harness must be used in a position with a lap-only seat belt.</p>
<p>The latest version of this car seat has some nifty features that make adjusting a breeze, like the Easy Adjust Headrest, which means it can be adjusted when the seat is installed. Just by pulling a lever the shoulder straps can be repositioned. It also has a sanity-saving EZ-Buckle System which keeps the harness buckles from disappearing under little bottoms when children first get into the seat.</p>
<p>Safety-wise, in Booster seat mode the Safe-n-Sound Slideguard clip stops the child slumping and the lap belt rising. I must admit having purchased the Tilt And Adjust model of this seat, I&#8217;m very envious to discover this new version includes speakers in the headrest &#8211; my boys would adore this! But they are very happy with the two rotating cup holders and arm rests in their Safe-n-Sound car seats, which make them feel very grown-up.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-104605" alt="briraxencore Safety first with the Britax Safe n Sound car seat range" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/briraxencore.jpg" width="600" height="348" title="Safety first with the Britax Safe n Sound car seat range" /></p>
<p>Britax also manufacture the <a href="http://www.britax.com.au/car-seats/safe-n-sound-booster-seat/encore-10-mars-red" target="_blank">Safe-n-Sound Encore 10</a>, which is a booster for children from about four years old through to 10 years. These car seats are also packed with safety features, including Side Impact Cushion Technology, which Britax says maximises head protection by reducing side impact forces. This seat also has Expandable Side Wings to provide some support when children fall asleep and tend to slump. The Expandable Seat grows with the child and can be extended a further 70mm in length. The seat also has nine height adjustments, and speakers in the headrest. Visit <a href="http://www.britax.com.au/where-to-buy" target="_blank">Britax</a> to find your nearest retailer.</p>
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		<title>Stylish changing mat covers by Aden and Anais</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 May 2013 02:00:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Barbara O'Reilly</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here at Babyology we love the little details. And when it comes to styling your nursery we know more than anyone that there are some items that are hard to find in a less generic style. This is why we are so happy to share these beautiful change pad covers with you. Aden and Anais[.....]]]></description>
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<p>Here at Babyology we love the little details. And when it comes to styling your nursery we know more than anyone that there are some items that are hard to find in a less generic style. This is why we are so happy to share these beautiful change pad covers with you.<span id="more-104554"></span></p>
<p><a href="http://www.adenandanais.com.au/default.aspx" target="_blank">Aden and Anais</a> also sweat the small stuff and their collection of classic and bamboo change pad covers are a welcome addition to the usual options available.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-104557" alt="Aden and anais change pad cover 3 Stylish changing mat covers by Aden and Anais" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Aden_and_anais_change_pad_cover_3.jpg" width="600" height="600" title="Stylish changing mat covers by Aden and Anais" /></p>
<p>Double layered and tailored to sit tight on a standard change mat, both the cotton muslin and the bamboo muslin covers are made to withstand numerous washes and stay super soft. They cost $29.95 from <a href="http://shop.urbanbaby.com.au/search?w=aden%20and%20anais#.UYQ6hI7ralL" target="_blank">Urban Baby</a> and shipping is $9.50. Now that we have your change table sorted, take a look at our other <a href="http://babyology.com.au/topics/aden-and-anais" target="_blank">Aden and Anais</a> posts to find more ways with muslin.</p>
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		<title>Prizeapalooza day 16 &#8211; Kokoberri beanie and bootie sets and a baby bag</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 21:00:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Anita Butterworth</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Baby, it&#8217;s cold outside, but today&#8217;s Prizeapoolza will put the roses back into your baby&#8217;s cheeks with some beautiful knitwear (and something extra for mum). Today we&#8217;re giving away two amazing prize packs from the beautiful Kokoberri. Each prize pack includes a Blomst Beanie and Bootie set (in the winner&#8217;s choice of colour), one pink[.....]]]></description>
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<p>Baby, it&#8217;s cold outside, but today&#8217;s Prizeapoolza will put the roses back into your baby&#8217;s cheeks with some beautiful knitwear (and something extra for mum).<span id="more-103816"></span></p>
<p>Today we&#8217;re giving away two amazing prize packs from the beautiful<a href="http://www.kokoberri.com.au/" target="_blank"> Kokoberri</a>. Each prize pack includes a <a href="http://www.kokoberri.com.au/baby-knits/Blomst" target="_blank">Blomst Beanie and Bootie set</a> (in the winner&#8217;s choice of colour), one pink <a href="http://www.kokoberri.com.au/baby-knits/PomPom" target="_blank">PomPom Beanie and Bootie set</a> and a <a href="http://www.kokoberri.com.au/baby-bags/brooklyn-baby-bag-black" target="_blank">Brooklyn baby bag</a> in black. Each prize pack is worth a whopping $395.</p>
<p>Kokoberri is a fabulous, new Australian brand which specialises in vintage-style knit sets. The retro feel combined with the use of luxurious, natural materials means Kokoberri is already making a name for itself as the must-have baby knitwear this winter.</p>
<div>To enter, leave a comment below with your full name in the Post a Comment section, telling us which colour and style of Kokoberri beanie and bootie set would best suit your baby and why (you can see the full range at<a href="http://www.kokoberri.com.au/" target="_blank"> Kokoberri</a>). You have seven days and entries close midnight, 22 May, 2013.</div>
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<div>For full details, see our<a href="http://babyology.com.au/competitions/prizeapalooza-terms-conditions-may-2013" target="_blank"> Terms &amp; Conditions</a>.</div>
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		<title>Show us your nursery &#8211; Sunday&#8217;s designer edge, budget friendly space</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 09:00:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Anita Butterworth</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A nursery as visually delicious as this couldn&#8217;t possible be a fluke, or an accidental stroke of design genius. No, this nursery has the touch of a mum who knows exactly what she&#8217;s doing when it comes to interior styling. Welcome to the darling abode of Sunday, a rather lucky young lady, who has her[.....]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-102331" alt="sunday nursery Show us your nursery   Sundays designer edge, budget friendly space" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/sunday-nursery.jpg" width="600" height="419" title="Show us your nursery   Sundays designer edge, budget friendly space" /></p>
<p>A nursery as visually delicious as this couldn&#8217;t possible be a fluke, or an accidental stroke of design genius. No, this nursery has the touch of a mum who knows exactly what she&#8217;s doing when it comes to interior styling.<span id="more-102146"></span></p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-102158" alt="sunday10 Show us your nursery   Sundays designer edge, budget friendly space" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/sunday10.jpg" width="600" height="400" title="Show us your nursery   Sundays designer edge, budget friendly space" /></p>
<p>Welcome to the darling abode of Sunday, a rather lucky young lady, who has her mum &#8211; interior stylist and props purchaser Briar Stanley to thank for her beautiful surrounds.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-102152" alt="sunday4 Show us your nursery   Sundays designer edge, budget friendly space" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/sunday4.jpg" width="600" height="419" title="Show us your nursery   Sundays designer edge, budget friendly space" /></p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-102155" alt="sunday7 Show us your nursery   Sundays designer edge, budget friendly space" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/sunday7.jpg" width="600" height="419" title="Show us your nursery   Sundays designer edge, budget friendly space" /></p>
<p>Here&#8217;s what Briar had to say about styling her own daughter&#8217;s first room:</p>
<p><em>Decorating the baby&#8217;s bedroom was one of my most enjoyable styling projects ever. I spent about four months putting it together slowly, </em><em>purchasing things along the way. As with most of my styling projects, I started off with a mood board to get the look and feel I was after, </em><em>and worked out early on the colour we planned on painting the room &#8211; Taubmans &#8216;Inverness&#8217;. Although we knew we were having a girl, </em><em>I was keen to make a bold, fun and colourful space that wasn&#8217;t too girly. I was also conscious of working to a strict budget.</em></p>
<p>You hear that? This gorgeous room was created on a budget! And we won&#8217;t leave you hanging &#8211; here are some of the clever ways that Briar pinched her pennies while creating the nursery:</p>
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<li><em>The vintage bookshelf was purchased from a thrift shop for $50 &#8211; and became as good as new with a coat of primer and Taubmans Peach Orchid.</em></li>
<li><em>I have always loved the 1963 Enzo Mari Red Apple screenprint. Budget wouldn&#8217;t allow for me to purchase the real thing (£220), so I painted my </em><em>own version on canvas.</em></li>
<li><em>The vintage change table was from<a href="http://www.gumtree.com.au/" target="_blank"> Gumtree</a> for $40 &#8211; I gave it a good clean and re-painted it white.</em></li>
<li><em>The pendant light is the Foto from<a href="http://www.ikea.com/au/en/preindex.html" target="_blank"> Ikea</a>. I then spray painted it with White Knight &#8216;Rust Guard&#8217; &#8211; the perfect matt grey in my opinion.</em></li>
<li><em id="__mceDel"><em>I created a giant confetti project from Beci Orpin&#8217;s book &#8216;Find &amp; Keep&#8217;. I used more durable cardboard rather than paper.</em></em></li>
<li><em>My mum is very crafty, and made a collection of soft toys (critters), crocheted blankets and knitted clothes for the baby while I was pregnant.</em></li>
<li><em>A large amount of vintage books and toys were purchased at thrift shops along the way during my pregnancy. I love the mix of old and new items, </em><em id="__mceDel"><em>making it a truly eclectic space.</em></em></li>
<li><em>I painted one wall panel in black chalkboard paint so when Sunday is older she will have her own wall to &#8216;grafitti&#8217; with chalk. In the meantime, I have </em><em id="__mceDel"><em>drawn my </em></em><em id="__mceDel"><em id="__mceDel"><em>own whimsical illustrations.</em></em></em></li>
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<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-102159" alt="sunday11 Show us your nursery   Sundays designer edge, budget friendly space" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/sunday11.jpg" width="600" height="450" title="Show us your nursery   Sundays designer edge, budget friendly space" /></p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-102332" alt="sunday nursery2 Show us your nursery   Sundays designer edge, budget friendly space" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/sunday-nursery2.jpg" width="600" height="381" title="Show us your nursery   Sundays designer edge, budget friendly space" /></p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-102157" alt="sunday9 Show us your nursery   Sundays designer edge, budget friendly space" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/sunday9.jpg" width="600" height="419" title="Show us your nursery   Sundays designer edge, budget friendly space" /></p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-102156" alt="sunday8 Show us your nursery   Sundays designer edge, budget friendly space" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/sunday8.jpg" width="600" height="419" title="Show us your nursery   Sundays designer edge, budget friendly space" /></p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-102153" alt="sunday5 Show us your nursery   Sundays designer edge, budget friendly space" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/sunday5.jpg" width="600" height="438" title="Show us your nursery   Sundays designer edge, budget friendly space" /></p>
<p>One of the most beautiful pieces in the entire nursery, in my opinion, is the framed French Navy card, on which Briar had the doctor secretly write down the sex of the baby, and was later opened in private.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-102151" alt="sunday3 Show us your nursery   Sundays designer edge, budget friendly space" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/sunday3.jpg" width="600" height="419" title="Show us your nursery   Sundays designer edge, budget friendly space" /></p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-102149" alt="sunday Show us your nursery   Sundays designer edge, budget friendly space" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/sunday.jpg" width="600" height="400" title="Show us your nursery   Sundays designer edge, budget friendly space" /></p>
<p>And here&#8217;s where to source some of the other brilliant and bold items in Sunday&#8217;s nursery:</p>
<ul>
<li>Cot and wall mounted shelf from <a href="http://www.ikea.com/" target="_blank">Ikea</a></li>
<li>Yellow Rope chair from <a href="http://www.leforge.com.au/" target="_blank">Le Forge</a></li>
<li>Freckle Rug from <a href=" http://www.downtothewoods.com.au" target="_blank">Down to the Woods</a></li>
<li>Toy Kitchen a family hand-me-down originally from <a href="http://www.infancy.com.au" target="_blank">Infancy</a></li>
<li>White Ceramic Drum Side Table from <a href="http://www.rubystar.com" target="_blank">Ruby Star Traders</a></li>
<li>Paper Mache Zebra head from <a href="http://www.kidostore.com" target="_blank">Kido Store</a></li>
<li>Paper Mobile from <a href="http://frazierandwing.com" target="_blank">Frazier &amp; Wing</a></li>
<li>Rainbow &#8216;Colour&#8217; poster is <a href="http://www.hardtofind.com.au" target="_blank">Hard To Find</a></li>
<li>Rosette (hanging on change table) handmade by Tara Badcock</li>
<li>Wall Mushrooms from<a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/HermanMarie" target="_blank"> Herman Marie</a></li>
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		<title>Make meals meaningful with the Eat A Rainbow Placemat &amp; Portion Plate</title>
		<link>http://babyology.com.au/feeding/make-meals-meaningful-with-the-eat-a-rainbow-placemat-portion-plate.html</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2013 02:00:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Anita Butterworth</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Knowing what and how much to feed children can be a guessing game. I know I&#8217;m guilty of piling my children&#8217;s plates high with food, which overwhelms them and leaves me uncertain as to how much they&#8217;ve actually eaten. Have a look at this great product that aims to take some of the guess work[.....]]]></description>
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<p>Knowing what and how much to feed children can be a guessing game. I know I&#8217;m guilty of piling my children&#8217;s plates high with food, which overwhelms them and leaves me uncertain as to how much they&#8217;ve actually eaten. Have a look at this great product that aims to take some of the guess work out of offering up balanced meals to children. <span id="more-104787"></span></p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-104788" alt="portionplate Make meals meaningful with the Eat A Rainbow Placemat & Portion Plate" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/portionplate.jpg" width="600" height="562" title="Make meals meaningful with the Eat A Rainbow Placemat & Portion Plate" /></p>
<p>The <a href="http://www.gporgie.com/shop/rainbow-portion-plate/" target="_blank">Portion Plate </a>works in two ways. It makes meal times a little more fun for kids, and helps parents portion out a meal so that children are meeting their nutritional goals. The melamine plate features the latest dietary guidelines, and shows just how much of a meal should be dedicated to fruits and vegetables, grains and protein.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-104790" alt="portionplate3 Make meals meaningful with the Eat A Rainbow Placemat & Portion Plate" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/portionplate3.jpg" width="600" height="443" title="Make meals meaningful with the Eat A Rainbow Placemat & Portion Plate" /></p>
<p>Likewise the <a href="http://www.gporgie.com/shop/eat-a-rainbow-placemat/" target="_blank">Eat A Rainbow Placemat </a>is all about educating children and parents about eating a variety of fruits and vegetables daily. It&#8217;s made from linen cotton canvas and can easily be wiped clean. The Portion Plate costs US$18 and the placemat is US$15 from <a href="http://www.gporgie.com/" target="_blank">Georgie Porgie, </a>however it does appear they only ship within the USA, so you may need the assistance of a re-shipper.</p>
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		<title>Prizeapalooza day fifteen &#8211;  My Baby Sound Spa Whale</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 14 May 2013 21:00:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Barbara O'Reilly</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Anything that helps parents get their little one off to sleep is worth its weight in gold, so we&#8217;re very happy to give three lucky readers a chance to win this little dream maker on day fifteen of our Prizeapalooza. The My Baby Sound Spa Whale is the ultimate baby soother. It plays Twinkle Twinkle, Rock-A-Bye Baby[.....]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: center;"><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter  wp-image-104047" alt="The Ultimate baby soother 2 Prizeapalooza day fifteen    My Baby Sound Spa Whale" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/The_Ultimate_baby_soother_2.jpg" width="540" height="511" title="Prizeapalooza day fifteen    My Baby Sound Spa Whale" /></p>
<p>Anything that helps parents get their little one off to sleep is worth its weight in gold, so we&#8217;re very happy to give three lucky readers a chance to win this little dream maker on day fifteen of our Prizeapalooza.<span id="more-104046"></span></p>
<p>The <a href="http://babytotoddler.com.au/products/MyBaby-SoundSpa-Slumber-Whale.html" target="_blank">My Baby Sound Spa Whale</a> is the ultimate baby soother. It plays <em>Twinkle Twinkle, Rock-A-Bye Baby</em> and Brahm&#8217;s <em>Cradle Song</em> while projecting rotating pictures of either fish, stars or animals on the walls or ceilings.</p>
<p>The Sound Spa Whale has an automatic off timer with options of fifteen, thirty or sixty minutes, great for bubs that need a bit longer to wind down. This prize is courtesy of <a href="http://babytotoddler.com.au/products/MyBaby-SoundSpa-Slumber-Whale.html" target="_blank">Baby To Toddler</a>, an awesome Australian online boutique that covers all your baby needs. It has a great selection of other <a href="http://babytotoddler.com.au/categories/My-Baby-By-Homedics/" target="_blank">Homedics</a> products for baby and even has a wishlist section for parents-to-be.</p>
<p>If you want to win one of three whale soothers worth $45.99 each, just leave a comment below with your full name in the Post a Comment section, telling us what other items from <a href="http://babytotoddler.com.au/" target="_blank">Baby to Toddler</a> you would put on your wish list. You have seven days and entries close midnight, 21 May, 2013.</p>
<p>For full details, see our <a href="http://babyology.com.au/competitions/prizeapalooza-terms-conditions-may-2013">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>.</p>
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		<title>Show us your party &#8211; Ruby&#8217;s love hearts &amp; lollipops birthday</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 14 May 2013 09:00:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Nikki Tandy</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[When you have a sick child, those every day things that other families take for granted sometimes become dreams and hopes that always seem just out of reach. Things like going for a walk to the park, cuddles in bed in the morning, sharing a big stack of homemade pancakes for breakfast and dancing around[.....]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="text-align: center;"><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="size-full wp-image-105083 aligncenter" alt="lollipops Show us your party   Rubys love hearts & lollipops birthday" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/lollipops.jpg" width="600" height="458" title="Show us your party   Rubys love hearts & lollipops birthday" /></p>
<p>When you have a sick child, those every day things that other families take for granted sometimes become dreams and hopes that always seem just out of reach. Things like going for a walk to the park, cuddles in bed in the morning, sharing a big stack of homemade pancakes for breakfast and dancing around the living room in your pjs. And then there are birthdays.<span id="more-105076"></span></p>
<p>Chronic illness meant little Ruby had already spent more than seven months of her young life in hospital when it came time to celebrate her second birthday, so mum Rebecca crossed her fingers (and everything else) that her daughter would be well enough to be home on the day and threw herself into the planning. It was as much to provide a distraction from the heartache of Ruby’s illness and ongoing hospital treatment for the entire family, including big brother Jack, as for the party itself.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-105081" alt="colour party 3 Show us your party   Rubys love hearts & lollipops birthday" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/colour-party-3.jpg" width="600" height="402" title="Show us your party   Rubys love hearts & lollipops birthday" /></p>
<p>Rebecca initially chose a rainbow theme for the celebration, but had no luck finding an invitation she liked. So, undaunted, she dumped the rainbow and went with rainbow-inspired bright colours instead, helped along by an entire collection of customised printables found over at Etsy&#8217;s <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/prettygirlshop" target="_blank">Pretty Girl Designs</a>, including those hot pink and chevron chocolate bar wrappers.</p>
<p>Tissue paper pompoms and polkadot lanterns that dangled over the lollipop and love hearts sweets table (pictured top) came from <a href="http://www.specklefarm.com.au/" target="_blank">Specklefarm</a>, while the chevron loot bags, bright paper straws and lollipop candle came from <a href="https://heyyoyo.com/index.php" target="_blank">Hey Yo Yo</a>. Those <a href="http://bonbonboutique.bigcartel.com/product/mini-plastic-milk-bottles" target="_blank">plastic drink bottles</a> &#8211; more toddler-friendly than the ultra-popular mini glass bottles spotted at just about every party these days &#8211; were a <a href="http://www.bonbonboutique.com.au/" target="_blank">Bon Bon Boutique</a> find.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-105077" alt="colour party 7 Show us your party   Rubys love hearts & lollipops birthday" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/colour-party-7.jpg" width="600" height="400" title="Show us your party   Rubys love hearts & lollipops birthday" /></p>
<p>Now how’s this for dedication. Rebecca wanted little chocolate hearts as favours for the grown-ups, but rather than opting for ready-made hearts, she made them herself and handwrapped each one individually in foil paper found at Spotlight to match the colours of the party theme. Ah, a mum after my own party-mad heart!</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-105078" alt="colour party 6 Show us your party   Rubys love hearts & lollipops birthday" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/colour-party-6.jpg" width="600" height="402" title="Show us your party   Rubys love hearts & lollipops birthday" /></p>
<p>Ruby’s illness means she can’t eat or drink normally and the plucky toddler instead is fed through a tube, making planning a party menu a rather bittersweet experience for Rebecca. She crammed it with all manner of party treats that she hopes her daughter will get to try for herself one day – chocolate crackles, marshmallow pops, jelly slice, coconut balls, honey joys and heart-shaped fairy bread.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-105084" alt="colour party 1 Show us your party   Rubys love hearts & lollipops birthday" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/colour-party-1.jpg" width="600" height="313" title="Show us your party   Rubys love hearts & lollipops birthday" /></p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-105079" alt="colour party 5 Show us your party   Rubys love hearts & lollipops birthday" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/colour-party-5.jpg" width="600" height="450" title="Show us your party   Rubys love hearts & lollipops birthday" /></p>
<p>While Ruby couldn&#8217;t eat the birthday cake, it sure provided a feast for her eyes! Resplendent on the outside with rows and rows of sugar hearts placed just so, it had bright rainbow layers inside and came from <a href="http://bellscakes.com.au/" target="_blank">Bell&#8217;s Cakes</a> in Geelong, as did the buttercream-topped cupcakes. The pretty plates and wooden cutlery, painstakingly handstamped to match by Rebecca, came from <a href="http://www.sweetstyle.com.au/" target="_blank">Sweet Style</a>.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter" alt="colour party 4 Show us your party   Rubys love hearts & lollipops birthday" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/colour-party-4.jpg" width="538" height="407" title="Show us your party   Rubys love hearts & lollipops birthday" /></p>
<p>Now please join us in two great big cheers for the brave birthday girl and her equally brave mumma! Our birthday wish to your family, from the very bottom of our hearts, is that the doctors will soon be able to find a cure for Ruby&#8217;s illness so that you can get back to doing all those wonderfully mundane things that other families so often take for granted.</p>
<p>Want to share your child’s wow-worthy party with us? Then just fill in the <a href="http://babyology.com.au/contact/show-us-your-party" target="_blank">Show us your party form</a> on our contacts page. While we can’t reply to every email, we’ll certainly let you know if your party is chosen to be showcased on Babyology. We can&#8217;t wait to hear from you and look forward to seeing your amazing parties!</p>
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		<title>Nula &#8211; a new concept in children&#8217;s fashion</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 14 May 2013 02:00:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Katrina Whelen</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Children&#8217;s clothing might not be a project you&#8217;d expect to find on Kickstarter (an online pledge system for funding creative projects) but here&#8217;s a clothing collection with a difference. US designers Ashlie Kodsy and Erica Murphy have created Nula, a children&#8217;s clothing label where the emphasis is on high-quality pieces that are designed to last[.....]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-104150" alt="nula 1 Nula   a new concept in childrens fashion" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/nula-1.jpg" width="549" height="548" title="Nula   a new concept in childrens fashion" /></p>
<p>Children&#8217;s clothing might not be a project you&#8217;d expect to find on Kickstarter (an online pledge system for funding creative projects) but here&#8217;s a clothing collection with a difference.<span id="more-104146"></span></p>
<p>US designers Ashlie Kodsy and Erica Murphy have created <a href="http://www.nulakids.com/" target="_blank">Nula</a>, a children&#8217;s clothing label where the emphasis is on high-quality pieces that are designed to last a long time. Nula pieces go beyond a season&#8217;s wear. Instead, Kodsy and Murphy have designed styles that fit for three years by adjusting for growing kids. The designers hope that Nula will give parents the choice to buy fewer, better quality things and in doing so, consume less.</p>
<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-104151" alt="nula 2 Nula   a new concept in childrens fashion" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/nula-2.jpg" width="600" height="428" title="Nula   a new concept in childrens fashion" /></p>
<p>The Nula launch collection is styled for girls aged two to eight years and includes reversible skirts in sublime cherry prints, playful tiered tops, a jumpsuit, shorts and a very clever adjustable tiered dress that can be worn four ways. My favourite piece is the simple Tyler Dress that can be shortened or lengthened by simply &#8216;scrunching&#8217; the hem &#8211; I wish it came in grown-up sizes!<br />
<iframe frameborder="0" height="337" src="http://player.vimeo.com/video/64445863" width="600"></iframe></p>
<p>Want to be the first with Nula in your daughter&#8217;s wardrobe? Get behind the <a href="http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2117638204/nula-kids-clothes-reimagined" target="_blank">Nula Kickstarter project</a>, with pledges ranging from US$28 to $295.</p>
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		<title>Prizeapalooza day 14 &#8211; Okiedog Wildpack bags</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2013 21:00:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Lexi Klaebe</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Day fourteen of Prizeapalooza has arrived and it has revealed where all the wild things are &#8211; all the wildly good kids&#8217; bags that is! That&#8217;s right, it&#8217;s day fourteen of our May Prizeapalooza and today we&#8217;re giving away a Okiedog Wildpack bag prize pack from Kids WonderGoods, valued at $103.80. The prize pack includes[.....]]]></description>
				<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img style=' display: block; margin-right: auto; margin-left: auto;'  class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-104159" alt="Okiedog Wildpack web Prizeapalooza day 14   Okiedog Wildpack bags" src="http://babyology.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Okiedog-Wildpack-web.jpg" width="600" height="393" title="Prizeapalooza day 14   Okiedog Wildpack bags" /></p>
<p>Day fourteen of Prizeapalooza has arrived and it has revealed where all the wild things are &#8211; all the wildly good kids&#8217; bags that is!<span id="more-104158"></span></p>
<p>That&#8217;s right, it&#8217;s day fourteen of our May Prizeapalooza and today we&#8217;re giving away a Okiedog Wildpack bag prize pack from <a href="http://www.okiedog.com.au/" target="_blank">Kids WonderGoods</a>, valued at $103.80.</p>
<p>The prize pack includes a lunch bag, backpack, trolley bag and a bag tag &#8211; all matching in the winner&#8217;s animal (panda, tiger, elephant, dog, rabbit &#8211; or dragon!) of choice. We wish you luck in deciding which animal from this menagerie line up you love the most! Rest assured, whichever you choose, children will adore these lightweight and detailed bags, complete with delightful plush ears.</p>
<p>To enter, leave a comment below with your full name in the Post a Comment section, telling us what animal in the Okiedog Wildpack range your little person would love the most and why, along with which <a href="http://www.okiedog.com.au/24-nappy-bags" target="_blank">Okiedog nappy bag</a> you could see yourself using. You have seven days and entries close midnight, 20 May, 2013.</p>
<p>For full details, see our <a href="http://babyology.com.au/competitions/prizeapalooza-terms-conditions-may-2013" target="_blank">Terms &amp; Conditions</a>.</p>
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