How cool is this Taga bicycle?

I’ve been searching online for bicycles & safe child seat options, having 2 small kids I want to be able to take both of them on rides but unfortunately there’s not alot of options. (Just the 1 trailer type child capsule). The Taga bicycle allows you to transform your Taga system from a bike to a stroller (double seat options) to a shopping cart and then back to a bike again!

From their website –
Imagine a day-to-day scenario:
You leave your home in the suburbs with your lovely child and your Taga.

After having fun in the park, you ride to the shopping area, enter the department store with your Taga to buy some candies and gifts for your child’s birthday. Being tired, your child falls asleep in his seat. No problem – you switch modes again while your child is still sleeping and you ride on your Taga back home.

It’s such a great idea not only to get some exercise, but great as an option when we want to leave the car at home and take advantage of the great Australian weather we have. I also like that it changes as your family grows, so you can use it from birth and until they’re ready to ride their own bike. It has been safety tested in Europe and is the only product in the world that complies with both stroller and bicycle standards. Maximum age and weight limits are noted here.

You can buy the Taga online via their website.

The Wooden double seat, shopping basket, 2nd Child Seat and other accessories are available online also seperately if you want to upgrade/change later down the track.

The Taga will be at the Sydney Baby & Toddler Show 30th September to 2nd October 2011. I will definately be checking this out in person. (I’m looking forward to getting back outdoors with the kids this spring & summer!)

You can find out more about the Taga via their website.
http://www.tagabikes.com/au

I’m a big fan of babywearing – if you can find a sling or baby carrier that suits your style and comfort, then rock it out for as long as you can.

Aka Pipik Baby Slings are an Australian designed and made baby carrier, using some of the most luscious natural fabrics available. The fabrics are amongst the most beautiful I’ve ever seen! The design of using one continuous loop of fabric, they are comfortable to wear and light to carry.

Aka Pipik baby slings can be used from birth up to 12kg, and are tested to Australian standards for safety and comfort.

They are currently on sale at Cocoon Living – was $90, now $60 – grab one while you can!

To find out more about Aka Pipik baby slings, please visit their website

Aka Pipik
www.pipik.com.au

At the recent Kids In Style Expo in Sydney, I couldn’t help but stop and talk to Lambini about the gorgeous baby papoose in their range. It’s the ultimate luxury for both parent and baby!

The papoose is made from natural fibres which is important for babies. Your baby will be so snug and happy within the soft lambswool – which also converts into a pram liner or car seat liner (very handy when out and about).

The Lambini baby papoose is easy and comfortable to wear, and the recommended maximum weight is 22lbs (10kg). Suitable for babies with minimum weight of 3.5kgs (8 pounds) – which conforms to the British (BS EN 13209) and American Safety Standards.

To find out more about the Lambini Baby Papoose or to purchase online, please visit their website – lambini.com.au

Babies Galore are having a big event at their Wentworthville (Sydney NSW Australia) location this weekend!

Lots of bargains (up to 70% off!) aswell as handy info, test drives of prams like Bugaboo, Peg Perego and Phil & Ted’s, pony rides and a sausage sizzle.

Bump & Baby Showcase
31st October & 1st November 2009

Babies Galore Wenthworthville
433 Great Western Highway
Wentworthville, NSW

I will be posting up my favourite slings from time to time – today’s slings come from Designer Baby Slings.

1. Lucky Baby Sling Finola reversible with inseam pocket AUS $59.00
2. Peanut Shell Red Yoko Reversible Sling AUS $79.00
3. Serena & Lily Market Sling Peacock AUS $199.00
4. Serena & Lily Market Sling Grass/Marigold AUS $199.00

Aren’t they all gorgeous? I especially love the Serena & Lily range – if my daughter wasn’t already 7kgs (at 3.5 months!) then I would of splurged on it for sure