One of our favourite brands of 2008, Bloom Baby have consistently impressed us with their product releases this year. Bloom was founded by four dads who wanted to bring contemporary design and intelligent innovation to a range of baby products that had traditionally been funtional but out of sync with parents’ sense of  design.  Bloom strives to design simple, clean and iconic forms that blend seamlessly in contemporary living spaces.

Bloom does not use polycarbonate in places where the product could come into contact with food - instead they use a higher quality food grade plastic.  All Bloom products are free of wood PCP, formaldehyde and other toxic wood preservatives.  The wood originates from certified sustainable beech and birch forests. Bloom also understands environmental responsibility originates by creating quality products that are designed to last for years and years.

Check out Bloom’s full range of contemporary baby products here which include the Fresco high chair, Fresco Loft, Coco Lounger, Nano high chair and Otto table and charis. Stay tuned for some exciting new Bloom launches in 2009. Want to win a Bloom Fresco Loft High chair valued at $799.95? There are just a couple more weeks left to enter bebe and Bloom’s Fresco Loft giveaway. Read about this competition right here.

Want to win this year’s hottest high chair?  Well grab your camera & get clicking!  To celebrate the launch of bebe online’s new feature bebe @ home, Bloom and bebe are giving away a Bloom Fresco Loft high chair valued at $749.95. This innovative chair could be yours just by sending us a photo of a bebe product in action in your home.  

The Bloom Fresco Loft revolutionalises baby chair design and brings premium quality infant fashion into the contemporary home for the first time.  Available in two chair colours (white or black) with a selection of  Microsuede cushions or Leatherette Cushions to choose from.  We love the fresco loft for its superior form and function and its unique ability to extend an extra 15cm making meal times at the breakfast bar or counter top.

Entering is as simple as sending us a photo, and the winning is just as easy as you get to choose the colour combination of your choice! Read more about this competition here..
Read more about the Bloom Fresco Loft High Chair and check out the Bloom’s full range of contemporary nursery pieces here..

Many of you will be most relieved to hear we have extended this week’s high chair offer for one week! . All high chair purchases made up until this Friday 14/11/08 will receive a $20 bebe gift card for use on a future purchase (before 31/12/08).

We’ve received many visits, calls and emails this week regarding our high chairs, and how they compare. Please continue to ask us, as we know our product well and are more than happy to chat.

View bebe’s current range of high chairs here..

The Stokke Tripp Trapp is one of our most popular items for your wee ones as they grow from babes in arms to bigger babes ready to take on the delight of food. Now, 36 years since it’s launch, there are more colours available. Bebe are thrilled to welcome in the new colors of pink, yellow, green and grey to join the existing range, and with new cushions available too -  in retro, playful and classic designs, you’ll be sure to find something you love.

Fashion conscious parents know how groovy pink in this summer, and if it doesnt have a place in your living room, it may be just the thing for your little girls bedroom where she can sit up and draw, do her homework or brush her hair. That’s the beauty of the Tripp Trapp. It isnt just for babies. A ‘chair for life,’ it will always have a place in your home even once the toddler days are over. Green and grey are of course hot colors in interior design this year, and for those who like a bit of sunshine, a yellow chair in an otherwise neutral kitchen can be just the thing to brighten up meal times.

Exceeding all international safety standards, the Stokke Tripp Trapp is made from environmentally friendly beech wood and is the perfect addition to any home. Functional, stylish and oh so European, you cant go wrong with the Tripp Trapp.  Check out the full Stokke range here..

Nathalie (Brisbane) wrote-

“I love the look of the Bloom Fresco high chair and the idea of it “growing with the child”, but am a  bit confused about the difference between the standard Fresco high chair  and  the Fresco Loft version. Please explain for me. Thanks,Nat”

We get asked this question a lot, and the answer is refreshingly simple - height and colour choice.

The Fresco Loft has an extra 15cm of height than the standard Fresco - making it a fabulous choice for flexibility of use and longevity of life in your family. Having the option of making it taller makes it  suitable for using at not just standard height tables but also benches, kitchen breakfast bars and those taller than standard dining tables that feature in many modern homes. The Fresco Loft also comes in the Ebony color (black) which is unique to the high chair market

The Bloom Fresco and Fresco Loft high chair are contemporary highchairs that stay with your child from baby to school-age. They are modern, practical and a must-have for the families who believe in form & function products that are consistent with the style of the family home.

View the Bloom Fresco and Bloom Fresco Loft high chair here..

October can’t come around quick enough for Stokke fans. We will be receiving the new Stokke Table Top, a fabulous addition to our Stokke range.  This product is all about inviting your child to the table to connect, bond, grow and develop, and making meal times a time that is enjoyed by everyone. It features fabulous templates which grow with your child, ranging from 6 months to 6 years, a high quality PETG plastic tray which has a smooth surface and is easy to clean and suction cups to keep it in place. A wonderful product for introducing conversation at the table, to introduce words, colors, numbers and shapes, and as the perfect tool for making up stories and exploring the imagination.

Pre-order your Stokke Table Top here at bebeonline.

We couldn’t think of a more apt or fitting product name for Bloom Baby’s latest accessory - the Bloom Snug. Designed to fit the Coco Lounger, Fresco High Chair and Nano High Chair, the Snug fully supports babys neck and  provides full comfort.

We’re not suprised that the innovators at Bloom have gone the extra step in ensuring that the Snug is naturally organic and environmentally friendly. Created with 100% natural Bamboo soft fabric and is both anti-bacterial and anti-allergenic. We’ll be receiving our first delivery of the Bloom Snug ($74.95) in approximately 2 weeks. Stay tuned for this online, or pre-order via our Melbourne store (03) 9821 4405

When modernist mum-designer Sally Dominguez couldn’t find a high chair to match her decor, she combined minimalist form with superior function to  create the Nest high chair.  Because it can be adjusted for various stages of a child’s life, the Nest high Chair can be used for several years, negating the need to spend excessive amounts of children’s furniture. Once your child is too big for a booster seat, the Nest configures again into a super-cool low chair that your child will love. And as a rather durable piece, it can be handed down and used for years.

Bebe is pleased to share that after months of patiently waiting, the Nest High Chair is back in stock.  We currently offer free delivery of the Nest High Chair to most areas (ex remote areas), so be sure to secure yours before they dissapear again. Find out about the Nest high chair here..

Mealtime protests would have to be one of THE most common occurances in the daily life of a toddler.  Even the hint of ”merging vegetables” (ie: peas touching thier neighbouring potato on the plate) is a cardinal culinary sin in many a toddlers world, and can form the basis for the infamous Toddler Mealtime Meltdown. 

The distinct compartments of the Skip Hop Palatte Plate not only keep foods from touching, but also take much of the hassle out of preparing, storing and serving finger foods. Cleverly shaped like an artist’s palatte, the Palate Plate is a serving tool we know the modern parent will appreciate.  It’s perfect for the early days of feeding, as you’re trying several different types of food at each meal.  We cant put a price on providing our children with a nutritional healthy start through promoting variety in foods, not to mention making mealtimes that bit more fun. We also love that it is BPA, Phthalate & PVC Free. 

Purchase the Skip Hop Palatte Plate here..

Are you watching in horror as your urban dwelling turns into a baby superstore? You’ve managed to fit 3 kids into a 2 bedroom apartment and things are getting tight, right? Multiple high chairs make for very squishy kitchens and dining areas. Under the heading of “why didn’t someone think of this sooner” comes the Handysitt portable high chair – a space saving, minimalist and practical portable highchair.

The Handysitt allows your child to sit at the same level and in the same circle as the adults around them, making them feel included. It packs up flat, is light & portable, making it ideal to take to cafes and on trips. Also works great at grandmas house.

Check out the new HandySitt with sleek steel bar.