We’re highlighting our favourite mum-made, New Zealand small businesses each month.
We’re all for supporting local mum-made and New Zealand small businesses here at nook, and we’re constantly finding new child-friendly products, people and initiatives that we want to share with our growing community. Read on for our favourite finds for May.
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New Zealand small businesses we love this month:
Zazi Plays Tiny Town
It’s hard not to love all of Zazi Plays’ products, and this multifunctional Tiny Town Messy Mat is no exception. Recently launched, this mat is full of open play opportunities, as well as the usual catch-all for spills and messy play. Kids will love driving their toy cars up and down the streets, perfect for “sparking your child’s imagination and creating rich language development.” Tiny Town Messy Mats cost $95.
Find it here.
Honeybunch x Stardust & Whimsy Honeypot Bear T-shirt
One of our fave kids’ clothing brands, Honeybunch, has teamed up to make magic with Stardust & Whimsy in a design collaboration that we’re instantly adding to cart. Honeypot Bear is a hand-painted design by a talented artist and owner of Stardust & Whimsy, Lena, and is available in sizes 2 – 12. The T-shirts cost $45.
Find it here.
Chai Baby Latte Collection
The #nooknz team has several Chai Baby Fluffy Cups on rotation, so we were excited to see that talented mama, Stacey has branched out into baby apparel in a ‘Latte’ collection that we just adore. #Beigemums will rejoice in the colour palette, as will those seeking cosy, gender neutral and 100% cotton outfits. We’re also big fans of their wildflower initiative, including a small packet of wildflower seeds with every online and in-store purchase from stockists. These seeds grow into vital lifelines for pollinators, especially bees, and planting them is a great opportunity to bond with your kids and teach them about our ecosystem.
Find it here.
Petite Eats NZ Baby Food
We’re all for feeding your baby however works best for you, and if that’s a pre-made pouch, great! You do you. We’re here to highlight new finds and give you options — Petite Eats being one of them. We came across this cool weaning brand at the Christchurch Baby Expo, and bought a few samples to try. These nutrient-rich, freeze-dried blends have quickly become a big part of our weaning journey. Single-serve sachets cost $3.99, and you can save 15% on your first order by signing up to their mailing list.
Find it here.
Be.Bands I.D. Bracelets
These I.D. bracelets by Be.Bands give peace of mind to parents, regardless of age. Available in seven cute colours, opt to include both your little one’s name and two phone numbers so that in an emergency, you can be reached. Perfect for ‘runners’, giving older ones more independence, or for wearing to busy festivals and events. Single bands can be purchased for $24 each, or grab a bundle and save with one and a spare for $38, or a family pack of four for $72.
Find it here.
