Punch Your Lunch!

I love it! Our friends over at Monkey Caboose have done it again - just arrived, the Lunch Punch makes lunchtime and sandwiches fun!

Speaking from experience, my 3 year old just won't move past the good old Vegemite sandwich (and even then, she usually pulls the 2 pieces apart, licks off the Vegemite and then leaves the rest!) - not the most nutritious lunch and frustrating for me, as sandwiches can be healthy, interesting and nutritious (not to mention fast and easy to make and take on the run). She is a fantastic "eater" and is happy to much away on most healthy food, she just WONT touch sandwiches for some weird reason.


Enter - The Lunch Punch, an interesting "tool" to add to your parenting toolbox. I was lucky enough to road test one from Monkey Caboose, and I am so impressed. I have never managed to get my little one to eat a full ham sandwich (baby steps here, I will work up to salad and chicken/avocado etc) - but hey presto! The Lunch Punch made the cutest 4 piece puzzle which took her attention and made it plenty of fun - she seemed to forget that she doesn't eat ham sandwiches, and ended up eating the lot AND asking for another puzzle. (I have always loved that she will eat the crusts of her toast and vegemite sandwiches, however the lunch punch does remove these, so I had to just go with it and see!)


With 4 "punches" in each box, you can make one Monster puzzle (great for if you are feeding multiple mouths at the same time) or you can have 4 smaller size puzzles in varying forms. For just $12.95, I highly recommend trying this one out for a bit of fun - great for fairy bread at a party too - make the giant puzzle, and watch them have some fun!

**Disclaimer - Yes, you WILL end up "punching" out your own sandwich into a puzzle - it can't be helped. We take no responsibility for this!

We've made it to the front.....

Cover, that is! I was so very proud and excited today to pick up my copy of My Child Magazine - only to see that our Little Master bamboo beanie was on the cute-as-a-button model on the FRONT COVER!!


Not only this, we also had some product photographed in My Child's"Go Natural - Eco fashion for bubs" section, along with some other fabulous brands. I love seeing Babyjo in print and I am especially proud at the moment - celebrating 2 years and loads of success, I LOVE what I do and I love all of our customers, stockists, industry friends and people I have the pleasure of meeting along the way!



I would also like to take this opportunity to thank those of you who entered our Big Birthday Celebration - our very deserving recipients have been notified, and prizes will be sent out shortly. The fabulous array of goodies would not have happened if it wasn't for the following brands/business' so a massive thank you to you all:
Agoo, Mamma Bellah Kids, Monkey Caboose, Mudd Kids, Little Choopie, EJ Kids, Cackleberry Kids, Petit, Cheeky Chickies, Little Billies, Qtees Designs, Mini Lala, Czarque, Pram Rock and Pouchmiss - how fun it was to celebrate!

1st Prize - Bridget B
2nd Prize - Kristen S
3rd Prize - Sally G

Thanks again for the wonderful entries and for sharing such personal thoughts, I thoroughly enjoyed the month and getting to know you all a little better.
Jo

Modernise your Little Munchkin

I love groovy stores for little ones, that focus on funky, eco friendly and safe all at the same time!
Louisa over at Modern Little Munchkins has such a super collection of funky, modern and affordable items, it is well worth having a look around their site.

You know that I can't stop at just that - here are some of my top picks:"Baby Bonkie" Ecobonkie (Everest) - such gorgeous design and looks so cozy I want one in my size! 100% Certified Organic Cotton.



Earthlings Kimono Dress (Blue Shadow) - I love these - so great for the little miss to hang out in and be comfortable at home, but also suitable for out and about and looking a little cute and special.



And how about this one - "Polka" Monoscope Hood dress - 9 colour stripe knitted hood dress. Pre orders being taken for March Delivery - Oh........ I want one for Mia!


Ok - so, I know that I always focus on the little Miss in our lives, here is some love for the little masters out there!



Available for Pre Order (March Delivery) - Polka Nemisis Sleeveless Hoodie (knitted)

Moppit Sleeveless Zip Hoody - So funky with a casual pair of shorts!

Alright, I have to stop there or I will go on and on as there are loads of cool finds at Modern Little Munchkins, if you drop in to visit, please let Louisa know that we sent you!

Come and Visit us at The Baby Show

The Baby Show is coming to the exclusive Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton, Melbourne for the first time from 5 - 7 March and we are going to be there! With unbeatable shopping, great offers, fantastic entertainment and expert advice - The Baby Show really is an essential part of having a baby!


This brand new event is not to be missed and will be filled with some of the most exciting entertainment acts as well as fantastic shopping for pregnant couples and parents of babies and toddlers:
Shop and enjoy exclusive offers on an array of products and all the baby essentials from over 100 big industry brands and stylish boutiques ranging from: Huggies, Tommee Tippee, Mothercare, Maclaren, Chicco, Medibank, Ecostore, Happy Baby, Nestle, Peg Perego, Nintendo, Pumpkin Patch and Angus & Robertson and.........BABYJO!

Meet Dorothy the Dinosaur and dance with The Teletubbies live with an exciting new interactive dance show!

Get the best advice on parenting and health from leading specialists in free seminars and talks.

Try before you buy some of the big name brand strollers.

Relax in the Tommee Tippee Baby Feeding Room, The Babylove Changing Room and ask for assistance from our dedicated team of porters.

Everything you need for your pregnancy, baby and toddler – The Baby Show is an essential part of having a baby.

Tickets start at $10 and can be purchased in advance for a limited half price offer via www.thebabyshow.com.au or alternatively, I have some free tickets if you are thinking of going - just contact me and I will post them out to you.
I look forward to meeting you if you come along!

Madeit Love

Oh Gosh - I just had to share this with you, I have just spent the last hour or so engrossed in Made it and searching through all of the beautiful stores that make it....... 'Made It'! I literally can't remember why I started looking there, but I did find some super cute things I wanted to share with you quickly.
(In no particular order mind you.)

On the right, we have a great idea - the 'Colouring book for grownups! Love it - I have sat down so many times and ended up "really trying" to colour in Dora and Boots (in the right colours and inside the lines), so this would be a lovely change - pity they are sold out currently, or I would have bought one!


Next up, I discovered this cute softie toy rattle handmade teether, so cute and very funky - I just have to wait for someone to have a baby so that I can get one as a cute, unique little gift!




Now these next ones have really caught my eye, and I have bookmarked the store to go back later and make a purchase - My little one and I go to the library once a fortnight and always get far too many books to fit into her little book bag that she currently has. How cool are these! I also love the little bird on the canvas - too, too cute. Hmmm - now to pick a colour.

Spending 9 Months Waiting?

Well then, in your "spare time", why not drop over and look around this gorgeous site - 9MonthsWaiting is the stunning result of Cathy's hard work, and boy has she got some gorgeous products on offer!

Not only do I love the name (let's face it, we have all been there, and we know how much time you spend waiting..... waiting to meet your little one, waiting to see if it is a boy or a girl, waiting to see where you are when you go into labour, waiting to work out if the name you have chosen actually fits, waiting to see what labour is really all about - waiting, waiting and waiting) I also love Cathy's ability to combine so many beautiful brands (ours included - he he) into the one store. Clearly a big supporter of bamboo, 9MonthsWaiting has a great selection of bamboo clothing and blankets, along with some gorgeous organic cotton options. I had to narrow down this post, due to the amount of products that I wanted to share with you, so here goes:

An absolute steal - Ergo Pouch Ergococoon (organic cotton) - $19.95 (sale)
This gorgeous 6 piece Cot Set by The Living Textiles Company (Misha Bear set) - $209.95, with everything you need to set up the nursery (yep - while you are waiting!)


These gorgeous Vanchi Bibs (2 in a set) - $12.95 (Guava and Lychee shown) - I love that they pull over the head, I have had many a battle with curly toddler hair that gets caught in the velcro on some bibs - not great when food is involved....
And finally (yes, I did restrain myself on this post!) - Three Little Trees (who i just LOVE) Miso Miso Blanket - on sale for $19.95 (reduced from $39.95) - I believe there may only be one left, so get in quick!
So head over and see Cathy at 9MonthsWaiting - they are having a fantastic sale at the moment - up to 50% off selected items and Australia wide postage starting at only $5.00.

The Little Haven

Continuing on with our Big Birthday Celebrations, it is a pleasure to introduce you to another of our online stockists - The Little Haven. Recently launched, with an absolutely gorgeous website I must add, Carolyn has sourced the most gorgeous collection of products so that you can discover beautiful findings for your little one, as well as having a haven of resources to nurture, support and enrich your parenting experience.

Head to the "Your Parenting - Ideas & Resources" section and you will find some great tips for Being a parent - I love that the site is easy to navigate and looks so gorgeous! Some of my favourite picks from The Little Haven are:

Folding Roadway Playmat - $29.95. Open it up anywhere and you have an instant fun - fold it up when ready to leave and pack the toys away again.

Skip Hop Tubby Bath Bag in Orange - Soft, stretchy and stays put - a great place to keep all of those bath time toys - Made from soft wetsuit (Neoprene) material that is BPA and Phthalate free (available in orange or blue) - $39.95

Loopa Bowl - $16.95 - With Spill resistant technology, this funky bowl keeps your toddlers dry food and snacks inside the bowl, not matter what they do with it (wish I had seen these when my little one was this age!)

Also highly worthy of a mention is the fact that The Little Haven is having one of the biggest sales around on Hugabub wraps - I love this one below ("Green Tea"- now reduced to $104 from $130)
I also am a fan of these gorgeous new Lelby's "Floral Fantasy" Bean Bag chairs - Exclusive to The Little Haven in Australia and oh-so-cute! ($99.95)


The Little Haven is having a Summer Sale at the moment, with up to 30% off on selected brands - I highly recommend heading over to say hi!