We Love
BRIGHTBERRY SILICONE PLATES
Brightberry’s range of easy-scooping rimmed silicone plates are perfect for independent eating, while avoiding spillage and mess during mealtimes. And anything that saves cleaning time is a win in our books. They come in an assortment of gorgeous colours too. brightberry.com.au
POP ZILLA
Who doesn’t love a Zooper Dooper in summer (or any time really)? But they sure can get messy and cold to hold! The Pop Zilla is a soft and flexible holder that makes gripping those slippery little suckers a cinch, and also stops hand freeze. Now if only they’d invent something to prevent brain freeze too. mumsnbubs.net.au
MELLOW MAT
The Mellow Mat is as relaxed as it sounds. A mat for the whole family, which encourages both rest and play, but also looks and feels great. Made with 30mm-thick slow rebound memory foam, it turns any area into a soft, inviting spot for play or sitting around. It is especially helpful for kids prone to falls, or those seeking sensory input. And best of all, they come in a range of colours to match your décor. neptuneblanket.com.au
HARMONY THE FORGETFUL HEN
Harmony the Forgetful Hen and the T-Rex is the latest instalment in Naomi Lake’s series, which is inspired by Naomi’s very
own chickens. All three books came from watching her chickens scratching in the yard, observing their antics and how they interact with their surroundings. Naomi has Down syndrome and travels to schools throughout WA to share her books, teaching children to believe in themselves and reach for their dreams. harmonyhen.com
WONSIE BACK ZIP SWIMSUIT
The Wonsie Back Zip Swimsuit is designed to prevent unwanted undressing and nappy access when having fun in the outdoors. The surfsuit style offers high UV protection and is crafted from durable, chlorine- resistant fabric in sizes suitable for all ages. Peace of mind all summer long. wonsie.com.au
THE FEELIX LIBRARY – FOR LOW VISION LEARNERS
The Feelix Library means children and families can enjoy the magic of stories with braille and tactile storybook kits. Children who are blind or have low vision can have story kits delivered to their home wherever they live in Australia, thanks to this incredible free service. visionaustralia.org
BRIGHT STAR KIDS LABELS FOR LUNCHBOXES AND UNIFORMS
Customisable, dishwasher-proof and last the whole year? Sign us up! Bright Star Kids also have bag tags with symbols, which can be used to alert for things like an asthma puffer, diabetes kits, or EpiPen inside. Our NEW personal fave are the ultimate time saver – wrap around clothing labels, which simply stick around clothing tags. Job done! And for those who don’t like scratchy clothing labels, they also have iron-on options. brightstarkids.com.au
CARER CONVERSATIONS
The Benevolent Society, in association with Carer Gateway, has launched Carer Conversations, a podcast that provides tips and resources to help the 2.7 million carers in Australia look after their emotional, mental and physical wellbeing. Host Patty Kikos – who is a qualified counsellor and coach for Carer Gateway at The Benevolent Society – says the podcast is a great resource for anyone caring for a family member or friend who has a medical condition, disability, mental illness or someone who is frail due to age. carer-conversations.simplecast.com
