What to Buy For Kids in Adelaide | Clothes, Accessories & Much More

Too Much Stuff! Give the gift of experience and make some memories

I remember a few years ago, once the kids were sound asleep, I sat down with a wine in hand & put a Christmas movie on to wrap their Christmas presents. When I saw the sheer amount of gifts I had bought for them over the year (to “put away for Christmas”) I was disgusted with myself. There was an endless amount of STUFF that they didn’t really need, that I knew deep down would get played with for five minutes before being discarded &...

Best Christmas Advent Calendars in Australia for 2024

The countdown to the big day is on and there’s no better time to shop advent calendars than right now! After all, it’s almost November and chances are, all the best ones will be sell out within a few weeks. While we never turn down the joy of a chocolate-filled option, things have come a long way since the German Lutherans invented the concept in the late 19th Century. With options ranging from toys to candles and everything in...

Kids in Adelaide “Shop Local” Christmas Gift Guide

Need a bit of help Christmas shopping for your kids in Adelaide? Here’s a few of our favourite local businesses, brands and products we’ve tried out this year. Lots of toys for indoor and outdoor play, useful gifts for teens and tweens and even something for us mums and dads! Adding just ONE thing from this list will put some extra $$ into the pocket of an S.A owned small business for Christmas and that’s a win/win for...

Dear Santa – let your child write their own letters to Santa!

Who ever said boomers aren’t good with technology?! Santa has caught up to the technology trends of 2024 and now your child can write their own letter to Santa AND get a reply with the Dear Santa app. Make some simple Christmas magic for your kids this year and download Dear Santa in time for the holidays! Perfect for children of all ages, Dear Santa helps create lasting holiday memories while keeping the magic of Christmas alive. Whether...

base bikes Review

Choosing a bike for your kids can be tough. With so many options and so many price points, plus throw in balance bikes and training wheels and sizing and it can all feel a tad overwhelming. The KiA family have kids of all ages and we were so lucky to try out some of the base bike range, an Adelaide based family business offering a range of bikes catering for the 2 year olds up to the 8 year olds. The 16 inch option is primed for the kids moving...

Buzzy4Shots for Needle Phobias

If there has ever been a product review I’ve desperately wanted to have a 5 star review for…..it’s this one. My daughter has terrible eczema and has finally been approved to start Dupilumab…. Hooray!…….until she found out that this involves a course of injections over the next 12 months…..not so much hooray. She’s really not keen for needles, which might be the case for a lot of kids these days....

The Best Family Board Games

Looking for the best family board games? Family game nights are a fantastic way to bond, laugh, and create lasting memories. With so many board games available, it can be tough to choose the right ones. We’ve rounded up our favourite games for kids and adults alike, including classic board games, card games, electronic games and more. Hues and Cues 3-10 Players We recommend for: ages 8+ Time commitment: 30 mins + What hue do you think of...

Inflatable Pool Waterslides and Water Mats from Crocpad

In case my kids weren’t already lucky enough to have a pool, check out the EPIC new inflatable waterslide and floating water mats we received from Aussie brand Crocpad to go with it! Talk about the best summer ever! If you’re after a waterslide for your pool but don’t want something permanent or you rent your house or you have little kids and want something soft and inflatable but still SUPER FUN – this is for you. The...

Teacher Gift Ideas

Our teachers have worked hard again this year. We think they ALL deserve a medal. Lots of teachers are also parents so have not only spent the year begging 30 kids to be quiet but then have come home to beg their own child to be quiet. We think teacher gifts are a really special way to show your appreciation for all that hard work. They don’t have to cost a lot of money – it’s definitely the thought that counts. Here’s a range of teacher gift...

Electronic Learning Toys from VTech and Leapfrog

If you’re already a parent, chances are you’ve already heard about the range of Learning Toys from VTech and Leapfrog. What we didn’t know was how HUGE their range of toys is! Suitable for newborns right up to 9 years old their toys are innovative, educational and high quality. VTech and sister brand Leapfrog make sure that all their electronic learning toys are fun for children, but at the same time are encouraging them to...

Kids in Adelaide Top Ten Showbags

Kids (and big kids) LOVE SHOWBAGS! Who else remembers obsessing over the showbag guide whey they were younger? Circling the must-haves with a neon highlighter, using a calculator to add them up and make sure they fit in the pocket money budget. This year some of the Kids in Adelaide kids have been lucky enough to get a sneak peek at some of the showbags on offer at this year’s Royal Adelaide Show and below are 10 we think will be on the...

Father’s Day in Adelaide

How will you celebrate Father’s Day in Adelaide this year? It’s an early one this time, happening on Sunday 1st September, so you’d better get organised! The lead up to Father’s Day is always a favourite time to explore things to do and options for getting out and about with Dad. It’s also never too early to research the best of local gifts and Adelaide experiences. Is your Dad more of a BBQ at home type of bloke, with a nice South...

The Crafty Beardsman – Timber Mud Kitchens and More, Adelaide

The Crafty Beardsman is a bespoke timber creation shop renowned for its expertise in crafting high-quality, custom-built outdoor play equipment for children. Specializing in tailored solutions, the shop offers a diverse range of products including intricate mud kitchens, some featuring plumbed taps and oven cupboards, all constructed from premium soft and hardwoods and finished to perfection. Each piece is meticulously designed to ensure...

Adelaide’s Street Libraries

Ever seen one of these little street libraries pop up and wonder how it got there?Street Libraries are free book swaps located in in front yards, public areas, community spaces, playgrounds and other public areas in and around Adelaide. They are filled with books so that anyone is welcome to stop and borrow a book, return a finished one, or simply contribute to the ever-evolving collection. The concept is simple: take a book, leave a book, and...

CBCA Book Week 2024 – Costume Ideas

2024 Theme – Reading is Magic| 2024 Shortlist – click here 2024 Book Week Costume Ideas The KiA team are a bit divided about costumes. Some of us LOVE IT (me) and some of us despise it (most of the others) so whether your a DIY, make it from scratch, hot glue gun costume connoisseur, a buy it all online and pay extra for express post panicker or a do your best with what you’ve got at home type of costume designer we’ve...

Pronto Stroller – Product Review

If you are in the market for a new pram, be sure to check out the Pronto Stroller! It doesn’t matter if you are a new parent to be looking for your first ever pram (aww so special), need to upgrade because you’ve had another baby or just want something a bit bigger or more stylish than your current pram, we think the Pronto Stroller is a winner. We were recently lucky enough to be given one to try out – read on to hear our...

School Sports Vouchers

The South Australian Government School Sports Voucher program has been expanded in 2024 and beyond to not only include 2x $100 vouchers per child, but also to include music! The Sports Voucher program provides a discount on sport, dance, learn to swim or scouts/guides fees for children living in South Australia in Reception to Year 9, each calendar year. The aim is to increase the number of children participating in physical activity by helping...

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

Mother’s Day 2024 is on May 12 and Mum’s all over Adelaide will hopefully be eating breakfast in bed, wearing macaroni necklaces and treated to some special gifts from their loved ones…. BUT what does Mum REALLY want??? We did a quick whip around the many Mums who are part of the KiA team and below is a list of what’s on our wish list this year. And yes, this might be a very extravagant way for us to drop hints for our own lovely...

Mud Kitchens by Jack – Product Review

We love a mud kitchen and had been searching for a great local product to test for what seemed like an eternity, so when the opportunity came to road test a kitchen from Mud Kitchens by Jack, we jumped at the chance. Locally manufactured by small family business (shout out to Emily and Jack), these beautifully crafted kitchens are made with skill, quality materials and are built to last. With a range of designs to suit your budget and space (we...

Easter Pyjamas

A new pair of pyjamas for Easter is a cute tradition in many families including ours. As the weather starts to turn it bit cooler here in Adelaide it’s the perfect opportunity to snuggle up in a gorgeous pair of bunny covered pjs. Whether you’re after onesies, nighties or top and bottom sets below are our pick of Easter Pyjamas for you to hop into this year. Kip & Co OK it’s official. Kip & Co do THE cutest range of Easter...

Kytons Bakery Fundraising

So many of us South Australian parents grew up enjoying Kytons Bakery hot cross buns, family pies and pasty slices, lamingtons and other delicious treats. We also all remember the excitement when our netball club, school, gymnastics club or local community group would run a Kytons Bakery fundraiser – well, guess what? Kytons are still supporting local clubs, charities and community groups through their fundraising drives and they have...

Back to School Guide for Kids in Adelaide

Adelaide kids will head back to school for the 2025 year on Tuesday January 28, marking the end of the summer break and the exciting start of a new chapter. Whether they’re seasoned veterans or wide-eyed newbies, Adelaide’s schools are preparing to welcome a fresh wave of energy and enthusiasm, ready to tackle new challenges and make lifelong memories. So, Adelaide parents, dust off the lunchboxes, sharpen those pencils, and embrace...

Inchargebox Review

Honestly, what family doesn’t need help with their digital wellbeing? Enter Inchargebox! We have had our eyes on this product for a while and in the lead up to the summer holidays, we jumped at the opportunity to give a couple of different sized Inchargebox’s a go. What is it exactly? Well it’s a great quality, powered coated, lockable, steel tech storage box. It’s stylish and it obviously has has capability to charge up...

Sunscreen for Kids

Sunscreen is just one of those essential, no compromise, must have items we need pretty much all year round now. The Cancer Council recommends using sunscreen every day on days when the UV Index is forecast to be 3 or above and sunscreen should be part of your daily morning routine on these days. Finding one for kids that most importantly works but also is easy to apply and doesn’t irritate sensitive skin is actually quite hard. Take it from...

The Cutest Kids Christmas Pyjamas for 2024

‘Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house….every bloody kid was awake waiting for Santa to arrive! BUT – they were all looking super cute in their Christmas PJs, thanks to all the brilliant businesses you’ll find below in our Christmas Pyjamas Feature! Christmas pyjamas have become a real ‘thing’ over the last few years, thanks to the rise of annual Christmas family photoshoots and Christmas...

The Kids in Adelaide Heaps Good Summer Checklist.

Or in other words, summer ‘stuff’ our kids have had their eyes on and the products we think will keep them busy over the 6 weeks (which feels like 6 years) of summer school holidays. Everything from bathers to pool toys to beach essentials like hats and towels and sun shades, plus a few products we’ve found for us parents. These all make great Christmas gift ideas too so take a scroll through and make sure you’re set for...

Springfree® Trampoline Review

Ever heard of a square trampoline? Didn’t realise that was even possible? I didn’t either until I found out about Springfree® Trampolines and their range of not only standard round trampolines, but also their ingenious range pf oval and SQUARE trampolines! The days of trying to fit a square peg in a round hole (or in this case a round trampoline in a square garden) are over! But more about that later. Not only can you choose your...

Our Favourite Pretend Play Toys from Oskar’s Wooden Ark

If you haven’t yet discovered the magical world of play that is the Adelaide owned store Oskar’s Wooden Ark, grab a coffee and allow a good bit of time to scroll through their website. It’s absolutely full of the most wonderful toys made to inspire parents and children to play, learn, explore, create, and make memories together. From brands like Grimm’s , Grapat, Gluckskafer, Sarah’s Silks and many more the range...

Adelaide’s Best Chocolates, Chocolate Shops & Chocolatiers

If ever something deserved its own day, chocolate has to be right up there. World Chocolate Day is celebrated on July 7 each year and given Adelaide has so many fantastic purveyors of the sweet cocoa treat, we took one for the team [that’s you guys] and volunteered our tastebuds this World Chocolate Day to sample some South Australia’s BEST! Also? Chocolate makes the easiest to buy, most indulgent gift for every occasion!...

Earths Water Water Filters | Product Review

Got yourself an emotional support drink bottle and want to fill it with something equally as satisfying? We were given a 9L benchtop Alkaline Water Filter from the folks at Earths Water and I will admit I started out a bit sceptical if it would really make that much difference…….. it does. This isn’t our first water filter, we’ve owned a ceramic candle type one for years, replace it every 6 months or so and to be honest...