My Child, Australian Natural Health, Mother & Baby, Growing Up Green & Herald Sun

Whoa! It's been a few weeks of excitement at Mudd Kids!

My Child Magazine kindly featured our Bamboo Dotty Ruffle Dress...This dress has been such a hit for Christmas.

Australian Natural Health Magazine featured our famous Bamboo Basic Dress, which is just divine. Mudd Kids also features as part of a combined giveaway with Agoo Australia and BabyJo. for a "Bundle of Bamboo Love"

Mother & Baby Magazine also have a fabulous giveaway worth $14,770, and our Click Clack Cars are a part of this Christmas Gift Guide Giveaway!

Growing Up Green is a one-stop-shopping blog that features cool, modern eco products for kids. We were lucky enough to have our Knitter Critters featured!

Yesterday we appeared in the Herald Sun HOME Liftout for the second time! Our new Eco Blocks appeared, and as they havn't quite arrived yet, we've been taking orders for these - the perfect Stocking filler!

Pregnancy & Birth Nov /Dec

Full Of Beans!

So lucky to have our BabySoy Kimono Bodysuits in the Shopping for Baby Pages.

We also can't keep up with, so stay tuned while we grab some more stock!

Little One Baby Issue 2

Well Done on an absolutely beautiful high quality magazine.

We were delighted to see our Sister Sue Handmade Cloth Blocks feature on Page 101

Check it out, you won't be disappointed...

Mother & Baby magazine Oct/Nov Issue

Did you see our click clack cars?










Australian owned and designed, and with a motto of:

Tomorrow's world is important and we have decided to start making a difference today.

Click-Clack Cars are FSC (Forestry Solutions Council) Certified Manufactured. Click Clack cars are made from plantation beachwood, 100% recycled plastic and with water based paints. They are ideal for those little hands and inquisitive minds. Every part of the Click- Clack car is used and there is nothing to throw away as the packaging doubles as a garage!

In three easy steps, kids have built their Click-Clack Car and are ready to play. This fun toy not only stimulates young minds, the Click Clack car also helps develop their fine motor skills.

Just $12.95 each

My Child Magazine

As per usual, a stunning magazine with fab finds.

Check out our adorable Bamboo Jumpsuit on page 98



Worn by Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt’s children, Shiloh, Knox and Vivienne.

Adorable coverall is sure turn heads everywhere baby goes! Our coveralls feature a drop down butt panel that's perfect for nappy checks and oh so cute!

95% Bamboo, 5% Lycra

More of these jumpsuits will be arriving in days, so check back if we do not have your size/colour!

Shop 4 Kids Magazine Spring/Summer 09

How cool is the Spring/Summer 09 edition of Shop 4 Kids Magazine, filled from cover to cover with fab new products!

be sure to check out our Babysoy Socks on P37...And our Eco books on page 117

Mother & Baby Magazine Aug/Sept Issue

Mother & Baby Magazine, have featured Bamboo on page 20 this issue.

We are lucky to have 3 of our fabulous items featured on this page.



WHY BAMBOO?

Bamboo is an eco-friendly, sustainable crop that grows wild without theaid of fertilizers or pesticides

Naturally soft, light and silky with no spurs or rough patches, so it does not require synthetic or chemical processing.

Bamboo fabric is naturally antibacterial, antifungal and antistatic.

Has a natural wicking ability that will help keep baby warm, dry and odour free.

Bamboo absorbs water 3-4 times better than cotton, keeping skin comfortable, rather than sticky, in summer weather.

Bamboo stays 2-3 degrees cooler in hot weather & warmer in cold.

Very gentle and soothing next to baby's skin.

We are also delighted to share the spotlight with friends at leghuggers & Babyjobamboo!


Check out our entire range of Bamboo!

Eczema Association of Australasia Inc

Our BabySoy product was sent to a member of the Eczema Association for a mother to try on her baby. As a result, we have been featured in the current Newsletter!

Check out our fabulous range of Babysoy - Baby clothing made from left over pulp from soy milk, tofu and other soy products.

Herald Sun 01/07/09

Hot to Trot......

The Herald Sun Home Magazine featured our Enviro Piggy bank on Saturday!!



Beautiful quality, and made from plantation timber.
The Enviro Bank money box will teach your child to save, and help save the environment too. $24.95

SIZE : L145 x W50 xH100

PACKAGING : 100% Recycled Cardboard.

Kids Fashion Review NZ 22/7/09

Babysoy is the 1st company in the world to create baby's newborn wardrobe using soybean protein fiber. Babysoy features modern baby layettes made from eco-friendly soybean fiber. Babysoy is conscientious and green by using renewable natural resources as the raw material for our baby wear which is the leftover pulp from tofu, soymilk and other soy products.

It all began in 2004 when first time mom, Amy, wanted to give her daughter a very special gift a new wardrobe that's made from nature while not adding extra burden to our planet. After losing a loved one to a cancer contributed by environmental hazards, Amy knew that raising her soon-to-be-born baby safely in our environment would require more than just wearing sunblock. Apart from making changes within her home and lifestyle, Amy had a bigger dream of gifting her daughter an opportunity to run freely on green grass, nap under blue skies, and one day meet a real polar bear. Amy's dream soon came to realization when life-long friend, David, came to visit the newborn and presented Amy with his discovery of an eco-friendly soy protein fiber. Amy immediately envisioned a layette line made with this environmentally friendly and silky-smooth fabric.

Together, Amy and David launched babysoy on March 1, 2006. Since then, babysoy has grown rapidly with the excitement and support of green-parents, modern boutiques, eco-celebrities and baby & mommy medias. Babysoy offers a complete line of baby layettes to help eco-conscious parents start a healthy lifestyle with their babies while feeling good about a greener planet.

Babysoy is so affordable we were really surprise by the great prices on this range go and take a peak now.


Babysoy is available exclusively through www.muddkids.com.au

View the Review

Baby Bites NZ - 09/07/09

We are lucky enough to feature on Baby Bites today! Big thankyou to Jodi, Mwah! x

Making a difference today
9 July 2009



Any company that has the motto “Tomorrow’s world is important… and we have decided to start making a difference today” is worth standing up and taking notice of.

Tin Lid Designs is an Australian based company that design quality products for kids. They only select materials from sustainably managed plantation timber forests and use non toxic chemical dyes and glues along with 100% recycled cardboard packaging.

Included in their fabulous range are the Click-Clack Cars and Enviro Banks that will shortly be in stock at Mudd Kids, who continue to support eco-friendly and fair trade production.

In three easy steps, kids can build their Click-Clack Car and get it on the road – not only providing them with a great toy to play with, but also developing their fine motor skills. As a bonus, you don’t even need to worry about recycling the box the cars come in, as they double as a garage for the car. Once you’ve purchased your car, you can register it online to receive a Click-Clack Car driver license and vehicle registration certificate.

The gorgeous Enviro Bank is beautifully made, and will help teach your children about saving their money, and caring for the environment too.

Tin Lid Designs Click-Clack Cars ($12.95 AUD) and Enviro Bank ($24.95 AUD) will be available for purchase from Mudd Kids shortly – register for their newsletter to be the first in the know as to when they are available.

Shopping For Baby Magazine 09/10

We are lucky enough to have our Organic Baby Blend Tees Products featured on page 13 this issue!

Baby Blend Tees offers a unique line of infant, toddler, and youth t-shirts. Each shirt combines laughter, love, and comfort. Baby Blend Tees are made of sweat-shop free, 100% organic cotton. They are soft and durable and unbelievably adorable! Each shirt comes packaged in its own coffee bag and makes an ideal gift.

Conventional cotton farming makes up less than 3% of the agricultural farmlands in the world, but it accounts for 25% of the insecticide and pesticide use. Those are some startling facts. Since Baby Blend Tees solely makes children's clothing and we all want the best for our children, let's try to give them a happy and healthy Earth along with a happy and healthy childhood!

MUDD KIDS has all Baby Blend Tees and Bodysuits on sale by 15% until Friday 10th July ~ Hurry!

Baby Bites NZ - 17/06/09

Wholesome fun
17 June 2009


When it comes to babies, simple often is the best, and the cloth play blocks from Sister Sue Designs are sure to be a winner.

Made from high quality cotton lined with crush resistant interfacing and stuffed with a luxury fiberfill inside of which is encased a caged jingle bell, the blocks can be thrown and shaken about, chewed on and squished to their hearts content. And the funky modern fabrics will appeal to mums too.

Close to home Mudd Kids stock a range of Sister Sue Designs cloth blocks for $12 AUD each, plus shipping.

View article over at Baby Bites

Baby Bites NZ - Huggalugs

View article here

So lucky to be featured in baby Bites NZ e-mag

Real Living Magaine July Issue

Grab your copy today, Mudd kids "retro jumpsuit" is featured on page 30.

"Organic & Fair Trade Products, Don't Cost The Earth"

My Child - Kids Style File

Read the interview with Lise Taylor HERE

As well as being in My Child Winter Edition (p26), Lise also listed Mudd Kids in her Top 5 favourite picks for babies and kids at the moment!

My Child Magazine - Winter 09

We are featured on page 26 of My Child Winter 09. Our devine Bamboo Dress by Kicky Pants in natural received a lovely write up!

Cheers Lize.

A Little Bird Told Me Where....14/05/09

MUDD Kids - Organic Fair Trade

MUDD Kids is an online organic, fair trade baby and children's store.

If you are looking for a new baby gift, I would recommend checking them out. Their Soy Kimono Bodysuits are just beautiful and come in 3 different colours - Chocolate, Petal & Tea (even the names are cute!).



The Bamboo dress in Natural is just gorgeous, and if that's not enough, the little girl wearing it is enough to make you buy one!



My favourite thing would have to be the Huggalugs! These are funky leg warmers for babies to kids age 6. They can also be worn on the arms and are great for under skirts, especially when toilet training!! No tights! My girls are now 8 & 9, but I'm sure I can get them to fit somehow!!

Here is what owner Amy Dolwing says about her store;

"Helping our little ones to grow up with a green influence is easy at MUDD Kids. While
more and more people are becoming educated about chemicals used in the manufacturing of
our clothes, you'll be glad to see we've come across a fabulous range of Eco-friendly
clothing.

Our eco-friendly clothing lines may assist in the rising number of children suffering
skin allergies and sensitivity as they are chemical free.

Many people are still unaware of the benefits of eco-friendly fabrics, so here is a quick overview!

SOY is smoother than cashmere and has the same moisture absorption as cotton. It's being touted "vegetable cashmere". It is conscientious and green by using the the natural leftover pulp from tofu, soy milk and other soy products.

BAMBOO fabric has a natural sheen and softness that feels and drapes like silk. Bamboo is an eco-friendly, sustainable crop. Bamboo grows naturally without the need for agricultural tending.

Our Baby Soy & Kicky Pants lines range between $4 -$32, with the average being just $15. A very affordable and safe option for dressing your child.

What are you waiting for, jump over to Mudd Kids and start shopping for your sustainable wardrobe today!"

View article HERE

Kids Fashion Review NZ - 19/04/09

Helping our little ones to grow up with a green influence is easy at MUDD Kids. While more and more people are becoming educated about chemicals used in the manufacturing of our clothes, youll be glad to see we've come across some innovative new concepts! Eco-friendly clothing... We now stock two new ranges of eco-friendly clothing, never seen in Australia before!
Firstly, Babysoy is the first company in the world to create baby's clothing using eco-friendly soybean protein fiber. Babysoy is conscientious and green by using renewable natural resources as the raw material for there baby wear, which is the leftover pulp from tofu, soymilk and other soy products. It is smoother than cashmere and has the same moisture absorption as cotton but with a better moisture transmission, making it more comfortable on the skin. It is hydroscopic, air pervious, soft, smooth, dry and has superior warmth retention thats comparable to wool. Additionally, MUDD Kids is proudly the Australian Distributor for "Babysoy"
Secondly, Kicky Pants supplies basic interchangeable clothing made from bamboo. Bamboo is an eco-friendly, sustainable crop that grows wild without the aid of fertilizers or pesticides. Naturally soft, light and silky, it does not require synthetic or chemical processing. Bamboo fabric is naturally antibacterial, antifungal, and antistatic. Bamboo absorbs water 3-4 times better than cotton keeping skin comfortable, rather than sticky in summer weather.
These two ranges of eco friendly clothing beautifully compliment our existing ranges of organic cotton clothing and soft toys, fair trade wooden toys, books, cards and shoes. So, what are you waiting for jump online at www.muddkids.com.au and grab a sustainable wardrobe while looking after your childs health, youll appreciate that, organic & fair trade products, dont cost the earth!

VIEW ARTICLE HERE

Mini gaga - 10/04/09

www.minigaga.typepad.com/

Babysoy have all the boxes ticked, eco friendly - tick, great colours – tick, great designs – tick, practical pieces – tick, great mix and match options - tick.

Soybean protein fiber is a sustainable and botanical textile fiber made from renewable and biodegradable natural resources - the leftover soybean pulp from tofu and soymilk production. Its 16 amino acids are healthy and nutritional for our skin. It is a green textile fiber that possesses the superiorities of many natural and synthesized fibers.

I cant decide which piece I like the best, but the short list is the Kimono Long Sleeve Bodysuits, Reversible Hoodie, Duo Knot Hat & The Layered Romper.

Which is your Fav?

VIEW ARTICLE HERE

Growing Up Green - 16/04/09

5 Ways To Nurture Green Learning

by Raquel on April 16, 2009

www.groingupgreen.com.au

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1. Look After Your Planet, Charlie & Lola by Lauren Child - $19.95

“Charlie has this little sister Lola. At the moment Lola is throwing everything away. “Why don’t you recycle it” says Charlie. And Lola says, “Recycle it? What is that?”

2. A Worm’s Eyeview by Caren Trafford - $18.90 for 5 years plus

“A book that captures the science, explores the problems, pulls no punches and leaves no turd unturned. This first in the series of environmental books by Caren Trafford set new benchmarks for science and environmental education for kids, combining humour and science to educate younger generations about the beauty and fragility of our planet.”

3. The Polar Bears’ Home: A Story About Global Warming by Laura Bergen - $8.95 for 4 to 5 years; printed on 100% post consumer recycled paper with soy ink

“Come along on an Arctic adventure with a little girl and her father and learn all about polar bears! This 8 x 8 storybook shows how global warming affects two baby polar bear cubs and their family. Includes tips for kids on what they can do to help slow down global warming.”

4. The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein - $19.95 for 3 and up

“Every day the boy would come to the tree to eat her apples, swing from her branches, or slide down her trunk … and the tree was happy. But as the boy grew older he began to want more from the tree, and the tree gave and gave and gave.”

5. One Less Fish by Kim Michelle Toff and Allan Sheather - $16.95

“One Less Fish is a spectacular picture information book set on the Great Barrier Reef. Uniquely illustrated on silk, the fish shimmer from page to page as an environmental countdown is unravelled. Twelve gracious angelfish, thinking they’re in heaven. Along came the divers now there are…eleven.”

VIEW ARTICLE HERE

BABYOLOGY - 16/04/09

Hug those arms and legs
Written by Jaime Purnot
16.04.2009

www.babyology.com.au

My little girl adores her dresses. So much so, that she demands to wear them above everything else. I know this will be the case come winter and I'm dreading the thought of having to toilet train her while she's wearing tights. That's where Australian company Huggalugs can help. They produce leg and arm huggers (aka leg warmers) that are just perfect for autumn days, for layering during winter and for making toilet training much easier.

The layered look will always be in style and with Huggalugs, you can get use from your child's warm-weather clothes even in winter or simply bulk up those thinner winter garments for added protection. They can also brighten up plain outfits and warm kids up without adding too much bulk in the way that coats do by restricting arm and leg movement.

Huggalugs are available in a massive range of colours and patterns and will fit a wide variety of body shapes, ranging in age from infant to six years. After six years,they can be worn as calf warmers. A fabulous idea! They have a patent-pending design for total comfort so there's no pinching or tightness around the thigh or upper arm.

Pairs can be purchased direct from Huggalugs for $16.50 each. For the organic range, head over to Mudd Kids where they're available for $17.95 each.

VIEW ARTICLE HERE

Baby Bites NZ - 14/04/09

Tofu & soymilk?!
14 April 2009



www.babybitez.co.nz

What can you possibly make from leftover pulp from tofu, soymilk and other soy products? Apparently an absolutely beautiful range of baby clothing!

Babysoy is the first company in the world to create baby’s clothes using soybean protein fiber. The result of their hard work is not only an eco-friendly alternative to other fibers, but a silky-smooth fabric that is perfect for sensitive skin.

The clothing range itself consists predominantly of t-shirts, kimono tops, pants, booties and mittens, in a range of beautiful neutral colors, making for the perfect basic baby layette.

Babysoy can be purchased from Mudd Kids with prices for a single item starting from $4.00 AUD who ship to NZ for very reasonable rates.

VIEW ARTICLE HERE

Growing Up Green - 30/03/09

Hugalugs Earth Stomping Style

by Raquel on March 30, 2009

www.growingupgreen.com.au

huggalugs-planet-organic-leg-arm-warmersHuggalugs have recently launched their latest range of Planet Organic leg and arm warmers, and they don’t disappoint.

In knock your socks off designs like Peace Brilliance (left), Punk Posie (middle), and subtler patterns such as Tresor Chic (right), Huggalugs are adding some funky dash to kids outfits.

Made from organic cotton; wear ‘em on your arms, wear em’ on your legs, anyway you wear them Planet Organic leg warmers are tops in earthy cool style.

Price:
$17.95

Available:
Green Kids
Mudd Kids

VIEW ARTICLE HERE

Style Collective - March 09

www.stylecollective.com.au


Kicky Pants Bamboo Kids Clothing
Kicky Pants organic bamboo clothing for kids - available online at MUDD Kids


Over recent years, the words “organic”, “eco-friendly”, “green” and “sustainable” have become widely used among the general population. This has resulted in increased awareness about the toxins and chemicals in our food, our environment and also in the manufacturing of our clothes. The eco-friendly kids fashion movement has begun to take the world by storm, and one of the forerunners in both sustainability and style is the Kicky Pants range.

Kicky Pants have created a super funky mix and match range of children’s clothing made from eco-friendly and organic bamboo fibre. Bamboo fibre is sourced from sustainable crops that grow wild without the aid of fertilizers or pesticides. Naturally soft, light and silky, it does not require synthetic or chemical processing. Furthermore, Bamboo fabric is naturally antibacterial, antifungal, and antistatic and absorbs water 3-4 times better than cotton keeping skin comfortable, rather than sticky in summer weather.

The Kicky Pants range includes pants, tees, dress and jumpsuits in a range of warm earthy tones and funky retro prints. View the full range online at MUDD kids.
Kicky Pants Bamboo Kids Clothes

Kicky Pants Bamboo Kids Clothes

VIEW ARTICLE HERE

BABYCCINO KIDS IN THE CITY 14/03/09

talking my language

March 14th, 2009

www.babbyccino.com.au

Mudd Kids tees I always like to check out companies that sell organic baby products. After all, I think we all want to do the best by our little ones and help the environment. But all too often it comes at a very high price tag, which can put many people off. So I was thrilled when I checked out Mudd Kids‘ website. Their tag is - “organic, fair trade products that don’t cost the earth”. So I checked out a range of their products — from toys to T-shirts and, you know what, they’re telling the truth. Bravo!

Natalie

BABYOLOGY 27/01/09

Soybean clothing - good for baby, good for the planet

Written by Geraldine Cardozo

27.01.2009 Babyology.com.au

I’ve long been a fan of soy milk – for me and the boys – so my natural curiosity for this bean led me to find out more about Babysoy. To my surprise, this wasn’t a brand of soy formula or baby milk, but a line of clothing made from the leftover pulp from tofu, soymilk and other soy products. All the pieces in this mix and match range of children’s clothing (newborn to toddler) are made using eco-friendly soybean protein fibre – a natural renewable resource that also feels fabulously soft against the skin. According to the website, soybean fibre is smoother than cashmere and has the same moisture absorption as cotton but with a better moisture transmission, making it more comfortable on the skin. Babysoy founder Amy launched the range a few years ago after the birth of her first child, when a lifelong friend told her about his discovery of the soy protein fibre. "My son suffers from excema and these pieces are lovely on his skin," adds the US-based designer, who has since seen her business grow with the support of green-parents, trendy boutiques, the odd eco-celebrity and groovy and informative websites like this. These are cozy, comfy clothes for wrapping up in. I particularly like the boys' and girls' playwear (the cargo pants with side pockets are great for curious tots to store bits and bobs), and the essentials range of hats, blankets, socks and bibs would make a great newborn gift at any baby shower. The line starts at around $4 for socks and booties and is available in Australia via Mudd Kids or direct from Babysoy. VIEW ARTICLE HERE

GROWING UP GREEN 5/12/08

Bamboo Chic for Little Girls

by Raquel on December 5, 2008

growing up green.com.au

In what is surely summer’s sweetest dress, this eco friendly number will delight little girls who like to twirl their way through the day!

The classically chic dress is made from gorgeously soft bamboo that gathers at the front, draping in gentle folds that fall into a pretty trim at the hem line.

Bamboo is an organic, sustainable crop whose fabric is extremely comfortable, smooth and silky, with natural antibacterial and anti fungal properties.

Bamboo also maintains coolness in warm weather and absorbs water better than cotton, helping to reduce that ‘sticky’ feeling on hot days.

Price:
$32

Available:
Mudd Kids

VIEW ARTICLE HERE