If you’re considering swimming lessons for your little one, you probably have a whole bunch of questions. How young should they start? How often should they get lessons? What swimming gear do we need? …The list goes on. We’ve created the ultimate guide to answer all your questions and get your bub accustomed to the […]
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Sep
Sep
One of the main reasons people take holidays is to unwind and recharge the batteries. Granted, taking little ones on a family holiday doesn’t exactly scream “relaxing getaway” …but you just need to think outside the box a little. Noosa, on the Sunshine Coast is a wonderful place for a family holiday; the natural beauty […]
15
Sep
Sep
Babies will generally start teething when they are 4-8months old, starting with the lower front teeth to the upper front teeth. At this age, you’ve probably only just got them to sleep through the night, and now they’re upset and fussy from teething… throwing the whole routine out the window! For a lot of parents, […]
30
Aug
Aug
They say aliteracy is simply lack of the reading habit. So as a parent, your goal is to help your kids find a love for reading. Teaching your child to read is a learning journey can begin within days of welcoming your newborn home. Not only is reading to your baby a special bonding time, but […]
24
Aug
Aug
Planning your child’s birthday party is certainly no mean feat. After you’re past the planning stage – picking a day and time, making a guest list, sending out invitations, buying all the right party food, you can almost see the light at the end of the tunnel! Of course part of the food preparation is […]
18
Aug
Aug
Child car safety sounds simple if you follow a few basic rules. It starts with carefully choosing the correct child restraint and keeping your child safe when travelling in the car and safe around cars. Simple right? Then it may surprise you to know that 1 child is run over in their own driveway every […]
10
Aug
Aug
What’s in a name? Choosing a name is one of the most daunting tasks for a new parent. It is such a big responsibility. You need to consider a lot of things, origin, family obligations, sibling names and the suitability of a name for any future job prospects or aspirations your child may have – […]
17
Jul
Jul
Choosing the correct child restraint is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent, so make sure you are fully up-to-date with current Australian safety requirements. Children need different restraints as they grow. The car seat must match your child’s age, size and weight. Here’s a quick summary highlighting which restraint […]
10
Jul
Jul
Are you expecting a new arrival? Is your mind awash with various new products that you need to research and understand? Baby capsules, strollers, travel systems… Becoming a new parent is a wonderful period in your life, but it can be a steep learning curve. One of the most important decisions you will be making […]
02
Jul
Jul
All new parents worry about the safety of their children. Every year in Australia it is estimated that 320,000 children under the age of 15 are treated in hospital as a results of accidents, many sustained at home with children under five being most at risk. The best way to keep your baby safe is […]
25
Jun
Jun
All new parents want to do what’s best for their child. We all understand the importance of car seats, safety gates and baby proofing our home. But, one area that continues to be a topic of debate amongst parents and the government is the importance of immunisation. Immunisation is one of the best ways to […]
18
Jun
Jun
This month we shine the spotlight on one of our most trusted and knowledgeable franchise owners – Gayle and Gordon. Having bought into the All Baby Hire franchise some seven years ago, this duo know the business inside and out! Based in Brisbane, their business covers all of the Northside to Bribie Island and Central […]
11
Jun
Jun
Here at All Baby Hire, we are often asked if our baby capsules for hire fit our customers’ prams, and often the answer is yes! But it got us thinking… how many new and existing parents are out there trying to navigate through the mind field of buying a pram and either buying or hiring […]
04
Jun
Jun
Expectant parents have a great deal to think about in the lead-up to the birth of their beautiful child (children), so below we have complied some helpful safety tips to get you started on choosing the right cot and setting it up safely in your nursery. It is an alarming fact that in Australia each […]
30
May
May
If you are a parent looking at buying a new child car seat or expecting a child, you will no doubt be carrying out research into the safest and easiest to use car seats on the market. Since, September 2014, there is a new system on the block – the ISOFIX. Australia has been […]
26
May
May
We all know that feeling of excitement when we have visitors come to stay, but then the moment comes when you think “oh, but where are they going to sleep…”. Well, look no further, All Baby Hire is here to help. We have a range of single folding beds available to hire from 1 day […]
21
May
May
Did you know that about 3,000 Australians die every year, either directly from the seasonal flu, complications due to the flu, or pneumonia? So, it stands that if you or a loved one fall within the high-risk groups described below, then the most effective way to avoid the inconvenience of having the flu or potential […]
27
Mar
Mar
Woo Hoo – It’s holidays season, but have you sorted out a baby cot and high chair? Easter Holidays are just around the corner and are always filled with fun, chocolate, family time and more chocolate! And what a great time to get away – a four day long weekend as standard. Whether it is […]
13
Mar
Mar
The arrival of a new baby is such a wonderful and precious time for a young family. Just imagine that tiny little person that rests into the crevice of your elbow, those 10 tiny fingers and toes all curled up, that baby smell that you will just never get enough of… hmm. But reality check, […]