We only feature toys that you won’t find at the local shopping center. Domestic and imported, always clever and fun, we focus on toys that are well designed and appealing to parents as well as kids.

Babyology Toys

The edgy and modern side of building blocks

The edgy and modern side of building blocks

My daughter is obsessed with building things right now and can’t get enough of making her own little houses, forts, planes, trees, animals or whatever else her flourishing imagination can come up with. It’s a marvel to witness.

Posted by Jaime Purnot on March 13, 2010

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Stuffed ‘Aminals’ – the toy that looks like your kid drew it!

Stuffed ‘Aminals’ – the toy that looks like your kid drew it!

When my first child was born, I was adamant that my house would not become home to a tribe of generic-looking stuffed animals. It did anyway, of course, but I’m sure I wouldn’t have minded so much if these little guys had been on the market back then.

Posted by Leah Fitzhardinge on March 12, 2010

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Update – Crayon Rocks now available locally!

Update – Crayon Rocks now available locally!

We’ve been waiting for these for a while and now they’re finally here in Australia!

Posted by Suzanne Catchpole on March 8, 2010

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Grab some Geemo – building blocks for space-age tots

Grab some Geemo – building blocks for space-age tots

Forget Lego, this is the coolest new imaginative building toy for boys and girls.

Posted by Elizabeth Green on March 7, 2010

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Softies from Mookah with an Aussie edge

Softies from Mookah with an Aussie edge

Every child, big or small, needs something soft to cuddle. Of course, it has become apparent to us that not all softies are created equal so here’s some that sit comfortably at the top of the pile.

Posted by Leah Fitzhardinge on March 7, 2010

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Jugables – playables with wheels

Jugables – playables with wheels

Is it an ornament designed for pondering the ingenious design, a cool candy tray, a nook to hold coloured pencils, a funny little car for small hands to zip around the room or a toy carry case with wheels – that oddly resembles overalls!? Well, I think it’s all of the above.

Posted by Jaime Purnot on March 2, 2010

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The revolution of plush toys

The revolution of plush toys

My limited knowledge of the ‘plush world’ inhabited by plush toy collectors and enthusiasts of all ages has exploded with my introduction to Anna Chambers and her glorious plush creations.

Posted by Jaime Purnot on March 2, 2010

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See the world in a new light with Earth Ball globes

See the world in a new light with Earth Ball globes

When I picked up my four-year-old son from his first day at preschool last week, the first thing he did was drag me across the room and show me the globe sitting on the bookshelf. There’s something about globes, isn’t there? As an adult, I am still fascinated by them and this one beats them … [Read more.]

Posted by Leah Fitzhardinge on February 24, 2010

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Dyles play bags – a whole bag of fun!

Dyles play bags – a whole bag of fun!

Old-style games will never go out of fashion – doctors and nurses, cowboys and Indians, tea parties, playing house and pretend fishing expeditions. They all captivate children with the thrill of grown-up role play while transporting them to an imaginary world that frees their creativity.

Posted by Nicole Robinson on February 23, 2010

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One little boy’s amazing cubby house

One little boy’s amazing cubby house

We have looked at some amazing cubby houses on Babyology but for the most part they have been the designers’ showpieces. So it is nice to come across a real-life ‘working’ cubby with a wow factor.

Posted by Katrina Whelen on February 22, 2010

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Water blocks for water play minus the wet bits

Water blocks for water play minus the wet bits

Interactive play is terribly important for young children and water play is often a firm favourite with littlies and an easy option for parents. Now while I’m all for making a splash and dealing with the wet clothes later, there are times when it’s just not a practical option. So with this, I present to … [Read more.]

Posted by Lexi Klaebe on February 20, 2010

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It’s child’s play with Villa Carton – recyclable doll houses and cubbies

It’s child’s play with Villa Carton – recyclable doll houses and cubbies

I would hate to spend large sums of cash on a doll’s house only to have it played with for a couple of weeks and then abandoned. So why not buy a cardboard one that can be put out for recycling once your kids have had their fun?

Posted by Catherine Wilson on February 19, 2010

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