With the recent New York Fashions on, we were amazed to be recognised as Australia’s Best Online baby and kids Boutique.  New York officials were praising La Toriana’s online baby/kids boutique globally and La Toriana’s reputation has certainly soured.

The officials quoted  “Excellent online baby and kids designer clothes showcasing Australian and New Zealand designers in baby clothing and kids designer clothing.  You really must check out www.LaToriana.com.au “

This was broadcasted nationally on TV, radio networks and the internet.   We are inundated with calls and media interviews right across the world now.

The New Yorkers loved La Toriana’s online baby boutique so much infact that we are the face of this weeks billboard in the Big Apple Square.  Wow….  amazing huh!  Can you believe it….?

hey… dont get too excited….. its only a dream….. made with the help of  photofunia .

Certainly had me amused for a little while and made me wonder …. and laugh!

warmly

elizabeth xx

There are sure to be many, many mums who will love them too.  You are going to have to agree with me, we have some absolutely gorgeous Kool KidZ here at La Toriana!!

Rebecca (mum)

 Samuel (2 1/2) and daughter Isobel (5 months)

(Launceston, Tas)

 My recipe is for a quick and healthy toddler lunch I give Sam when he is being a fussy eater:

 Toddler Animal Omelettes:

 Use a cookie cutter to cut out an animal shape (or any shape you have) in pieces of fresh toast bread (or better still cut your own so it’s nice and thick) then using a fry pan or grill plate which has been lightly sprayed with olive oil, lay the bread down and fill the ‘hole’ with a mix of whisked egg, ham, diced cherry tomato, and cheese. Flip once mixture is set and then serve! Healthy and Fun!

 Samuel is a funny, gorgeous and active little boy whose favourite toy is his train set, followed very closely by his tricycle! He has just begun using his trains to act out scenarios which are very funny and I hope to catch them on video one day soon to show at his 18th birthday!

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 Mum: Jo

Daughter: Ruby  11 months

(St.Kilda, Vic)

tip, idea : Got a wriggler on the change mat? Get a bottle of bubbles to blow!

what your child loves playing with the best Books, especially toucy feely ones and a wooden maraca. (Actually anything wooden!)

remember too… all comments and sign ups to our newsletter go into the draw to win the

Deshabille Mothers Day giveaway!

dont forget the Nanny Pickle’s Easter giveaway too!

have a fun week

warmly

Elizabeth xx

THANK YOU… we got some amazing responses!

we asked YOU.. our customers and readers what your kids like to play with and any tips, parent advice, recipes kids love and more that you would like to share… the response was amazing and each Sunday will bring you more and more real life tips, recipes and pics of your KooL KidZ….

here is some we chose for this week.. Your free gift is on its way to you now!

 

 Shellie (mum)

 Mitchell (2 1/2)  and Lachlan (5 months)  both boys

Eltham, Vic

• Mitchell loves playing with anamalz (which we bought from LaToriana!)
• Lochie loves chewing anything he can get his hands on!!.

  ·        Peach Muffins

we make these together, it is easy and a lot of fun,  and really yummy!

 1 1/2 cup of self raising flour (we use gluten free)

1/2 cup dessicated coconut

1/2 cup caster sugar

1 cup yoghurt (we use goats/sheep yoghurt)

2 eggs

2 tbs vegetable oil

2 tsp coconut extract

1 cup of diced peaches

and a few slices of peaches to decorate the top

 just mix it all up gently and spoon into muffin trays.

put the slices of peach on top.

cook at 180 for 20 minutes.

  Note:  watch out… new anamalz coming soon including dinosaur anamalz!!!  EM

Anita (mum)

Xakhai Male, 3 years old

Bundaberg, QLD

•  TIP: In winter I purchase the t-shirts with the mock long sleeves, you know the ones that look like your wearing a long sleeved shirt under your tee.
• I buy them one size bigger, and then cut out the mock long sleeves in summer!
• The kids love their “new” shirts and its a huge money saver!

My kids love their bikes! Any outdoor activity is their fav, but their bikes are the best!

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Montana aged 4  (female)

Sebastopol, Vic

• Loves to garden with me .picking tomatoes is her favourite pastime at the moment ,we have also established a fully grown vegetable patch.  she loves to watch her garden grow.

• TIP: water with chamomile tea on vegetable seedlings- a great dampener for diseases on plants (my mums used this many years ago and it works).

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 more  next Sunday…..

Yep next Sunday we have some more great tips, recipes and pics of YOUR KooL KidZ.  If you would like to send in your reciope, tip, parenting advice… please feel to email info@latoriana.com.au .  All selected entries will receive a FREE gift.

La Toriana isnt all about designer baby and designer kids gear.  Sure we will show you the latest in kids fashions, baby gift ideas and gorgeous kids clothes you can buy online… we are also about supporting mums out there and mums in business.  We love this segment of the blog as its a way for all mums to help support each other and little tips, great kids recipes and any parenting help is wonderful to share.

Cooking with kids is a great way to play and teach and get kids to eat things they wouldnt normally…. actually growing veges in a vege patch is great for kids and they learn so much and want to eat what they grow!  And Anita’s cost saving tip is great…. sure extends the lefe of the garment all year round!

Note:  I have been inspired to get into our own vege patch after seeing how happy Montana looks!

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make sure you check back here next sunday too to see more of our readers and customers tips, recipes, photo’s and more!!

 have fun

warmly

Elizabeth xx

I am still in awe every time a new baby is born.  I dont know why,  as it happens every day…

but….

when you stop to think.. I mean really think…

how this new being has entered this world, and us as parents can help nurture and shape this gorgeous, amazing being to “be”

I am in awe of every single baby born…

it truly is a miracle

Dream…  

That anything is possible, it is. Dont ever let anyone tell you it cant be done.   They dont really know….. Miracles DO happen.

 Believe…

Believe in your dream and in yourself.  Dont give up when people tell you it cant be done.  Believe you will reach your goal and you are half way there. 

Plan…

Think about your first step to your goal.  You have dreamt about it, you believe in it, now take one baby step towards it.  Write doen your thoughts, your goal and it will soon merge into a plan.  Research it, talk about it, start with one step….. not a flying leap, but one careful step and place it firmly on the ground, and then another. 

Achieve…

With your dream, your belief, your plan,  you will soon start to see results.  This is in anything in life.  One baby step will soon take you well on your way to achieving and reaching your destination.  Sure there may be obsticles in the way, life sure wasnt meant to be easy, but dont loose sight of your destination, you CAN do it.  Dont give up.

This mantra has been with me many years now, and I firmly believe in it.  remind me one day to tell you when and why I started using this… its a very long story…..

Believe in your dream and plan towards achieving it.

… Miracles do happen….

Elizabeth xx