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Mastering the Art of Deep Connection: Babywearing in a Ring Sling
By Tobbie & Co |
For parents seeking a harmonious blend of bonding and functionality, babywearing is a practice that has stood the test of time. Among the various carriers available, the ring sling emerges as a versatile and stylish option, allowing for a deep and intimate connection between parent and baby. In this blog post, we will explore the…
Read More The Shnuggle Baby Bath: Making Bath Time a Breeze
By Tobbie & Co |
Bath time can be a magical experience for both babies and parents. The giggles, splashes, and those heart-melting moments as your little one basks in the warm water make it a cherished part of the day. To make this time even more special, many parents turn to the Shnuggle Baby Bath, a revolutionary product that…
Read More Introducing Baby-Led Weaning: Embracing Independence and the Benefits of Silicone Tableware
By Tobbie & Co |
As parents, one of the most exciting and daunting experiences is introducing solid foods to our little ones. Traditionally, parents have relied on spoon-feeding purees to their babies, but a growing number of families are turning to a method called “baby-led weaning.” This approach not only promotes independence and self-feeding but also brings numerous benefits…
Read More Babywearing Safety: Understanding TICKS Rules for Safe Carrying
By Tobbie & Co |
Babywearing, the practice of carrying your baby in a sling or carrier, offers numerous benefits for both parent and child. It promotes bonding, convenience, and allows parents to have their hands free while keeping their little ones close. However, it is crucial to prioritize safety when babywearing. Understanding and following the TICKS rules can help…
Read More What Are The Benefits of Baby Wearing?
By Tobbie & Co |
Why should we wear baby close? Studies have shown that the close physical contact of babywearing promotes attachment and bonding. Wearing a baby close particularly with a special carrier designed for skin-to-skin contact, may help regulate baby’s heartbeat, temperature, and breathing patterns. Baby wearing can help from their health to their mood. Parents have found…
Read More Bibs Pacifiers Making Everyone Happy
By Tobbie & Co |
BIBS PACIFIERS We have added some exciting BIBS Pacifiers to our bouquet of baby products! I will tell you a little about BIBS… Established in 1978, they are a premium brand for new-borns, toddlers, small children and their parents. Today BIBS is present in over 90 markets across the globe. The Colour pacifier is the…
Read More How to create a Bohemian-inspired Baby Nursery
By Tobbie & Co |
Trends for people searching for Boho Baby Nursery ideas peaked in 2004 and continued to remain popular through 2008, and then declined. In the past year however there has been a noticeable increase in interest for Modern Boho and Bohemian-inspired baby room furniture, décor, and styling ideas. What is a Boho-inspired style? The use of…
Read More Nostalgic about Vintage-inspired Baby Furniture
By Tobbie & Co |
Most people have a sense of sentimentality and tend to romanticise a past feeling, emotion, or a memory. There is something truly comforting about being surrounded by things that remind us of ‘the good old days’; and this longing for the past is what drives them towards seeking out retro-vintage furniture and décor. An appreciation…
Read More Uniquely Natural Baby Gift Essentials
By Tobbie & Co |
New parents are becoming increasingly environmentally conscious, with a preference for more organic and eco-friendly baby products, décor, and furniture. There has also been a noticeable trend in parents wanting to keep the baby’s gender a surprise until the baby is born. This means that in addition to opting for more organic baby products, the…
Read More What is the difference between a Moses basket, bassinet, cot, and cot bed?
By Tobbie & Co |
Planning your new baby’s nursery can be incredibly exciting. However, with so many options it is important to choose the perfect nursery furniture for your baby’s room, matching the theme and décor that you’re creating, while also ensuring that your baby’s room is safe, and that the furniture is strong, versatile, and functional. One of…
Read More How to increase the lifespan of your baby nursery furniture
By Tobbie & Co |
Choosing safe, quality, and functional baby furniture is one of the most important things that a new parent must do when planning the baby’s nursery. All parents would love the best furniture, beautiful décor and all the latest accessories on the market for their new baby. However, babies outgrow their nursery furniture so quickly that…
Read More How to create a safe and eco-friendly baby nursery
By Tobbie & Co |
As the current generation of new parents become more environmentally conscious, there is a noticeable increase in the demand for more organic and eco-friendlier décor and furniture for baby’s nurseries and kids’ rooms. The move towards high quality renewable products is driving design choices by bringing more natural and earthy elements into the baby’s nursery.…
Read More Top Trending Baby Nursery Décor Ideas in 2022
By Tobbie & Co |
Welcoming a new baby into the world is an exciting time, and one of the most enjoyable events is when you’re planning the design and furniture for the nursery. Whether you’re deciding the theme or colour scheme or choosing statement-making furniture pieces for the baby’s room; the journey should be both cheerful and exhilarating. With…
Read More What is the difference between Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, and Rattan Furniture?
By Tobbie & Co |
What is Rattan furniture made from? Rattan is a flexible reed-like wood known as a climbing palm which is closely related to palm trees. Rattan comes from the vines and stems rather than from the tree itself. There are more than 600 types of solid timber vines that are native to the Southeastern jungles. Rattan…
Read More How to Create a Gender-Neutral Nursery for your Baby
By Tobbie & Co |
Society is becoming more aware of gender nonconformity than in previous years, and it is becoming more common to raise children in a non-binary, gender-neutral way to allow them the opportunity for individual self-expression. Regardless of whether you have opted for gender-neutral parenting, or your circumstances have forced you into having to create a unisex…
Read More Don’t forget to read “Care Instructions”
By Tobbie & Co |
We at Tobbie and Co know how exciting it is for us mommies to receive gifts we ordered for our little ones, so much so we often forget to read the Care Instructions. So here it is, all in a nutshell (No small sprint) 😉 Please read our Care Instructions Carefully: Muncher® Pacifier Clips…
Read More Rattan Furniture is making a comeback and we’re loving it!
By Tobbie & Co |
Rattan furniture has been a part of most of our homes in some way for as long as I can remember, and now these beautiful bohemian furniture designs are trending, and here to stay in baby nurseries and kids rooms too! This more rustic furniture design trend, that dominated the 1970’s, gives you an instant…
Read More “Wear the baby out”, they said, “Baby will sleep better”, they said 😴
By Tobbie & Co |
As moms, we’ve been there too! 😅 It can be exhausting coping with a baby who doesn’t seem to want to sleep and we will try (literally) anything. But, don’t be so quick to take this advice and “tire baby out” because, research suggests that the more tired a baby is, the worse a…
Read More Have you heard?? Sage is the newest, coolest kid on the block!
By Tobbie & Co |
Say hello to the gender-neutral colour of 2021 that’s taking over mom’s hearts (and nurseries) all across South Africa! Whether you’re saving the baby’s gender for a surprise at birth, or maybe you just aren’t into the typical, “pink is for girls” and “blue is for boys”, having gender-neutral colours allows for flexibility, sophistication and…
Read More The Items Preggy Mamas Really Want To Receive At Their Baby Shower
By Tobbie & Co |
The baby shower – a special time to share in the joy of your best friend, cousin or sister’s little bundle and where her nearest and dearest gather to celebrate her officially becoming a MOM – one of the greatest joys in life. There’s something uniquely exciting about gathering with a new mom and her…
Read More Pacifier Clip Safety
By Tobbie & Co |
Pacifier Clip Safety: Our main reason for changing our dummy clips was based on the safety of your little ones. As a parent myself, I know that I want nothing but the best for my children. That is why our Dummy Clips are internationally examined and are made to European children’s safety standards No: BSEN12586:2007…
Read More Why Do You Need Organic Bamboo Bowl In Your Kitchen?
By Tobbie & Co |
Why so popular? Bamboo is an all-natural material with antibacterial properties. One of the reasons why we love Bamboo is because it is biodegradable. Therefore Bamboo is definitely the more earth-friendly option which enables you to buy and use the product without feeling guilty. An interesting fact on plastic: If you purchase plastic items that…
Read More What is lambskin or sheepskin and why should you get one?
By Tobbie & Co |
Are you or any of your friends considering a sheepskin for your loved one? Maybe preparation for a baby on the way? Advantages of sheepskin? Sheepskin or lambskin is the leather with fur (wool). They have natural healing and preventative properties, many hospitals started using them since the early 1960s. They are hypoallergenic, antibacterial and…
Read More Pop pacifier – “new and improved”. What has been changed from the original one?
By Tobbie & Co |
Pop pacifier. A cleaner pacifier from Doddle & Co. And here are some questions that we get asked quite often: How does it work? Why doesn’t the one I bought stay in paci mode? Is it faulty? Therefore I would just like to quickly run through the differences of “original” Pop and “new and improved”…
Read More How did it all start? Where does Tobbie & Co come from?
By Tobbie & Co |
Where does Tobbie & Co come from? Hi everyone! My name is Barb and I am the mom behind Tobbie & Co. Mompreneur as some people call it. Someone that runs behind the scenes and trying to juggle everything I can into this. But let me start from the beginning. Like probably most moms that…
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