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20 cool beach and pool toys for summer | Mum's Grapevine

20 cool pool toys for summer

Katie OliveiraOctober 13, 2020

With winter in the dust and the sun shining, it’s time to pop the icy poles in the freezer, stock up on sunscreen and get sorted with some fab pool toys and... Read More...

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8 adorable dolls prams for pretend play

Louise WeeksSeptember 17, 2020

Their first dolls pram is a rite of passage into the wonderful world of pretend play. Small enough for little ones to roam around the house, yet sturdy enou... Read More...

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The best natural play dough brands for 2020 | Mum's Grapevine

9 natural play dough brands for sensory play

Katie OliveiraSeptember 1, 2020

Tiny hands have been enjoying the sensory bliss and benefits of play dough for decades: it inspires creative feats, helps develop fine-motor skills and it e... Read More...

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10 kids’ tablets that entertain and educate

Katie OliveiraAugust 20, 2020

Kids’ tablets have become the gadget of choice for tech-enthused littlies, and with good reason: they’re lightweight, portable and they’re proved to be exce... Read More...

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11 best bath dolls that are perfect for the tub | Mum's Grapevine

11 bath dolls that can go in the tub

Katie OliveiraAugust 19, 2020

A warm bubble-filled bath is a haven for imaginative play, and it’s only natural that water-loving kids would want their dolls in on the action. But, as man... Read More...

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A perfect book for little possums

Louise WeeksAugust 10, 2020

Start their adoration for Aussie animals early with the beautiful baby book from Finch & Folk. Featuring hand-drawn designs on every page, this delig... Read More...

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20 wooden dolls houses for boys and girls

Katie OliveiraJuly 30, 2020

In Australia, the timeless wooden dolls house is still rather a big deal for kids, and if there is anything sweeter than watching growing boys and girls re-... Read More...

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The best balance bikes for 2020 | Mum's Grapevine

15 balance bike brands for early riders

Louise WeeksJuly 29, 2020

If you're looking for a great way to help your child become confident on two wheels, a kids' balance bike is the answer - and Australia's lineup of styles h... Read More...

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16 play kitchens for budding master chefs

Katie OliveiraJuly 1, 2020

Is there a child around who doesn’t love whipping up delectable (if completely bizarre) treats for the family to enjoy? Play kitchens are the perfect piece ... Read More...

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8 Best Pikler Triangles | Mum's Grapevine

6 Pikler Triangles for climbing toddlers

Anita ButterworthMay 21, 2020

A Pikler Triangle is a triangular climbing frame with rungs that babies as young as six months can enjoy for open-ended play. Available in lots of shapes an... Read More...

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How to make a Bluey doll house

Anita ButterworthApril 16, 2020

For real life, we've found the most incredible hack bringing together two of our favourite things - Bluey and Kmart. Mum Lisa‎ Villaume has turned her cr... Read More...

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The best family board games | Mum's Grapevine

19 board games the whole family plays together

Jenna GalleyMarch 26, 2020

The family that plays together, stays together, right? We don't know about that, but we do know these board games will have you sharing so many laughs that ... Read More...

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The best trampolines to buy and what to look for | Mum's Grapevine

10 kids’ trampoline brands for stay-at-home fun

Louise WeeksMarch 17, 2020

In Australia, a kids' trampoline is one the best ways for little jumping beans to have non-stop fun in the sun. Rather than having littlies bouncing off the... Read More...

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Barbie releases more inclusive dolls

Anita ButterworthFebruary 19, 2020

Barbie has come a long way since her 1959 release, transforming from a bombshell blonde with an unrealistic and unattainable figure to a diverse r... Read More...

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LEGO launches new DOTS range and it’s awesome

Anita ButterworthFebruary 6, 2020

In utterly bricktastic news LEGO is launching a range that puts a whole new twist on everyone's favourite mini bricks. LEGO DOTS are a crafty take on tra... Read More...

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