So, you’re expecting a baby? Congratulations! At Maxi-Cosi we know what an exciting time this is for you and your family.

“Are you ready?” is a question you will hear at least twice in every trimester. The answer is... you can never truly be ready, you can have all the right gear and read all of the right books, sure, but attaining the ‘ready’ status comes in small increments up until they are leaving home and taking half of the cupboard with them.

You love your kids. No one’s saying you don’t. But who knew they were so loud? Here’s our tips to help keep the kids entertained while you’re balancing home/work life.   Empower and stimulate your children's skills with entertaining games and activities that they can enjoy as a family!

When you leave the house before kids you can simply make a decision to leave the house, pick up your wallet, keys and phone and head out the door. They were such simple times! And then you have a baby and the simple act of leaving the house becomes a mission. There are nappies, wipes, multiple changes of clothes, bottles, burp cloths… and that’s just in your nappy bag let alone Continue reading...

Whether you’re expecting one or two little additions to your family, you may be asking yourself if a twin or duo double stroller is worth the investment. Will it be the best decision for your lifestyle and budget? For your family, choosing a duo stroller could make your life a lot easier. Let’s face it, that’s the objective for most parents! We want to save time and make our da Continue reading...

You survived your first baby… so you decide to go again and now you are expecting baby number two - congratulations! But now what? As an experienced parent, you are already prepared for the lack of sleep, the endless nappy changes, and constant feeding… but doing all of that when you already have a child to look after is a whole other kettle of fish. Becoming a two kid fami Continue reading...

A quick Pinterest search will reveal an impressive selection of Valentine’s Day crafts you can do with the kids. From basic cards to crafts that verge on being masterpieces, you won’t be short of activities to do with the kids in the lead up to Valentine’s Day. If you are going to get crafty with your kids this Valentine’s Day, remember that craft is about exploring creativity Continue reading...

If you’re a new parent and wonder if you’ll ever get quality time with your partner again, you’re not alone. In fact, in the early months of parenthood, any alone time you have together is probably taken up by grabbing sleep, rather than reconnecting. Weeks can fly by and before you realise it, you haven’t had a conversation that isn’t kid related. In fact, it’s easy as a new p Continue reading...

Whether your child is starting daycare or school, coming up with healthy lunch box ideas will soon become an important part of your week. We want to ensure our little ones get the nutrition they need for their development and growth – and at the same time, enjoy their food too. The bane of many parents’ lives is to have an uneaten lunch box returned home every day. So, we’re he Continue reading...

The car is packed to the brim, the tank is full of petrol, the kids are safely buckled in their carseats - you’re off… and then from the back, a little voice asks, “are we there yet?” It’s certainly going to be a long drive if that’s how you are starting! If you are taking a road trip holiday with the kids, the best thing you can do is set yourself up for success or you risk ho Continue reading...