Whether you’re exclusively pumping, need to pump at work, or just expressing to keep up your milk supply, Spectra offers a range of award-winning electric breast pumps. Designed in the USA and manufactured in South Korea, Spectra breast pumps are highly recommended by Australian lactation consultants and everyday mums, especially their hospital-grade breast pumps – the S1 and S2. Related: Best Breast Pumps In Australia – Brands, Costs, Reviews All Spectra electric breast pumps include: Double conversion kit 4 flange sizes – 20mm, 24mm, 28mm, 32mm 2 years warranty Closed system design Adjustab ..read more

Back in 2013 when the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were expecting their first child, the Finnish government sent a baby box with maternity and newborn essentials as well wishes. Introduced in Finland in the 1930s, the Finnish baby box has in recent years gained popularity around the world and now mums in Australia can also get a free baby box through Mamaway. Free Baby Box With Cotton Sheet High-quality cardboard Finnish baby box from Mamaway AU with four beautiful cotton sheets to choose from. Choose your sheet What is in the Finnish baby box? The original Finnish baby box is esse ..read more

If you’re on your second or third child, you might be looking for slimline car seats that are narrow enough for a family car. While many car seats offer a variety of enticing features, not all can offer the benefit of a conveniently narrow design. Can you fit three car seats in your car? You sure can, and in this article, I’ve rounded up some of the best slim car seats in Australia for your growing family.  Sorted from the cheapest to most expensive. All prices are accurate as of 30 September 2020. Related: Top 10 Convertible Car Seat 6 months to 8 years 1. Babylove Ez ..read more

Car seats are significant expenses for growing families. One way to save money is to purchase a convertible car seat for 0-8 years, which converts from a harnessed forward-facing seat for 0 to 4 years into a booster seat for 4 to 8 years. A car seat for birth up to 8 years cost just as much as those that are only suitable for 0-4 years, but it gives you twice as much use and more value in the long run. In this article, I’ve rounded up the best 10 convertible car seats found at Baby Bunting in terms of value, features, and customer ratings. These include well-known brands like Infasecure, Maxi ..read more

This article compares the most popular baby carriers in Australia like the Ergobaby Omni 360 vs BabyBjorn One. This list of baby carriers are selected based on the following criteria: Certified hip-healthy by the International Hip Dysplasia Institute Ergonomic for wearer, i.e. evenly distributes baby’s weight with wide shoulder straps and waist belt Adjustable to fit newborns Rating of at least 4 stars on ProductReview Value for money, good long term use beyond infant stage Based on the above, this comparison article looks at the most popular and highly rated infant carriers in Australia. Th ..read more

This is a personal review of my experience with using the Manduca baby carrier for the past five years through three kids. In particular, I’ll be discussing its capability as a newborn carrier and whether it’s a good alternative to the Ergobaby or Baby Tula. (Above) Me carrying my third baby in the Manduca, Jan 2020 Overview Of The Manduca The Manduca is a full-buckle baby carrier, also known as a soft-structured carrier, which is one of the easiest carriers to use with a very minimal learning curve. Designed and made in Europe, the Manduca is one of the only soft-structured baby carrier made ..read more

Criteria for choosing the best newborn carriers Certified hip-healthy by the International Hip Dysplasia Institute Ergonomic for wearer, i.e. evenly distributes baby’s weight with wide shoulder straps and waist belt Adjustable to fit newborns Rating of at least 4 stars on ProductReview Value for money, good long term use beyond infant stage Based on the above, this comparison article looks at the most popular and highly rated infant carriers in Australia. These are the best full-buckle soft-structured carriers suitable from birth (at least 3.2kg). If you have a baby under 3.2kg, you may want ..read more

[QUIZ] Which Baby Carrier Is Best For You? Choosing the perfect baby carrier can be overwhelming. Answer 10 simple questions and see my personal recommendation for the best type of baby carrier for your lifestyle, personal needs, and budget. A baby carrier is one of the essentials that every parent will buy sooner or later. In this article, I’ll be discussing things to consider when looking for a baby carrier, and also go into details on the pros and cons of each type of baby carrier and the differences between each one. Contents: [QUIZ] Which Baby Carrier Is Best For You? How To Choose A ..read more

Since a fever is often the first indication of an infection, a thermometer is considered a household essential for families. For safety reasons, mercury thermometers are no longer recommended. Digital vs Infrared Thermometers Although all thermometers available on the market are digital, in the sense that they run on batteries and have LCD display screens, “digital thermometers” are more specifically referring to rectal, oral or axillary (armpit) thermometers. On the other hand, infrared thermometers refer to devices that detect thermal heat radiation, specifically on the forehead or in the ea ..read more

A fever is defined as a body temperature above 38°C and is usually the first sign of a cold or flu. It is important to note that a high fever does not indicate the severity of the infection; similarly, a low-grade fever should not be casually dismissed. Contents What To Do About Baby Fevers When should I visit the doctor? Should I let the fever run its course? Should I let baby sleep with a fever? How should I dress my baby with a fever? Best Way To Bring Down A Fever Dymadon vs Panadol For Babies What To Do About Baby Fevers When should I visit the doctor? For babies under three m ..read more