kid magazine 2013 back to school

BACK TO SCHOOL BACKPACKS, LUNCHBOXES, STATIONERY, PLUS MORE WHAT EVERY KID NEEDS TO COMBAT THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR FEBRUARY 2013 - issue TWO Nicole Livingstone former Olympian, talks head

BACK TO SCHOOL

BACKPACKS, LUNCHBOXES, STATIONERY, PLUS MORE

WHAT EVERY KID NEEDS TO COMBAT THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR

FEBRUARY 2013 - issue TWO

Nicole Livingstone

former Olympian, talks head lice

LITTLE LIBERTY SHOWS uS THE uLTIMATE IN KIDS BEDROOMS

Meet David Pearson,

founder of Fitskin

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Last week I had a moment I was preparing for my interview

with Nicole Livingstone about MOOV head lice treatments

(see page 16) when I said to my husband “I never ever

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former Olympian about head lice!” It’s funny where life takes you

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Check out our story on Nicole Rosenberg and her business,

Little Liberty, which will have you inspired to redecorate

and get the kids involved Our fitness expert, Kaz Muddell,

shares her thoughts on the benefits of running and we hear

from David Pearson, founder of Fitskin, who shares his top

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The big itch

Former olympian, Nicole Livingstone,

talks head lice

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Run for your health

Fitness expert and running coach,

Kaz Muddell, show us how

Top five skincare tips

Founder of Fitskin, David Pearson, talks

skincare, the Fitskin brand and how to

keep our skin fresh and youthful

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Back to school feature

20 David Pearson, founder of Fitskin talks beauty

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Whether you are single or have

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Amor Amor are back with more DIY

fashion for budding artists The new Monster T-shirt Kit is joining the Artist Leggings Kit as a creative way for your kids to express themselves with colour on their clothes This is one item you won’t mind them covering in texta because that is what they are designed for The T-shirt comes with either washable markers, for creating again and again,

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New Aussie designer tees from Mr

Jimmy have landed at edgy kids

store A Little Bit of Cheek The tees

are 100% cotton and feature funky

prints to make any rock n roll parent

proud Only available in small runs

and in limited stores you will need

to get in quick to pick one up for

your little rocker Sizes 2, 4, 6 & 8 RRP

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Forget tugging, twisting and poking

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fittaMamma’s new maternity range has

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On the website you will also find a range of interesting exercise and nutrition advice for a healthy and active pregnancy.

1 If you want to stock up on some sale items for the kids for next Summer think classic cuts and basic items such as plain singlet tops, t-shirts, shorts and hats Avoid impulse purchases for anything that is a seasonal trend as it is likely next Summer it won’t be

in fashion and the kids won’t wear it Think ahead to what size the kids will be next Summer and you will have a great start to their Summer wardrobe when you can add on trend pieces to keep with the fashion

2 If you are on an online shopper, set yourself a time limit for your sales shopping and stick to it The number of online kids boutiques is constantly grow-ing and you could spend hours moving from online store to online store Once you set your time limit, start with your favourite boutiques first and gradu-ally move through your list I have a separate email account for newsletter subscriptions for my favourite stores so that I can check it regularly without it clut-tering my regular mailbox

3 If you have friends living in other parts of the World with birthdays in the next few months, start thinking about birthday gifts for the kids You can easily send lightweight Summer clothing via post Look out for Australian labels to showcase our amazing designers!

4 If you have a European Summer holiday planned for 2013 you can also use the current sales to plan the kids wardrobe for while you will be away, particularly

if they are younger and moving quickly through ferent sizes

dif-5 Finally, think about what the kids need to get them through the remainder of the warmer months and any special occasions you have coming up Light cardigans will see you thorough until Autumn and with the heat we are currently experiencing some light Summer dresses or shorts would be perfect If your children have a wedding or party to go to you can probably make a huge saving on a special outfit

MAKING THE MOST

OF THE END

OF SEASON

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birdsnest.com.au; Shorts: Polka Dot

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Valentine’s Day Outfit Inspiration

Whether you will be enjoying dinner and movie, a night at the theatre, a picnic in the park or a family night out we have all bases covered from relaxed casual to evening glam and

everything in between

Skirt: Mix @ Coles Black Pencil Skirt, RRP $25, www.mixap- parel.com.au; Jacket: Forever New Chloe Embellished Jacket, RRP

$149.99, available at Melbourne Central; Bag: Forever New Heart Embellished Clutch, RRP $59.99, available at Melbourne Central

Dress: Heart Over Heels Dress, RRP

$84.99USD, www.modcloth.com; Shoes: Billini York Suede Heel, RRP

$59.95, www.birdsnest.com.au

Dress: ASOS Maternity Midi Dress

in Sequin and Chiffon, RRO $76.50, www.asos.com/au; Bag: Poupee Couture Envy Lop Black & Pink, RRP $235 USD, www.boticca.com;

Shoes: Sheer Mesh Shoe Boots, RRP $66, www.nextdirect.com

Dress: Mix @ Coles Purple Wrap Dress, RRP $25, www.mixapparel.

com.au; Bag: Maiden Voyage Eel Skin Tote Bag, RRP $275.00, www.

birdsnest.com.au; Bangles: Lime and Black Bangle Five Pack, RRP $21, www.nextdirect.com

Whatever you are wearing on Valentines Day, shape wear is a con- sideration Nancy Ganz has released

an exclusive Valentine’s Day Brief in vibrant red so you can look sexy and feel supported RRP $29.95, Available online at www.nancyganz.com.au

Valentine’s Day Outfit Inspiration

Whether you will be enjoying dinner and movie, a night at

the theatre, a picnic in the park or a family night out we have

all bases covered from relaxed casual to evening glam and

everything in between

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3 Bardot Junior Fluro Sequin Tee, RRP$44.95, www.theiconic.com.au

4 Bardot Junior Pearlescent Sequin Tutu Dress, RRP $69.95, www.theiconic.com.au

5 Walkright Girls Black Sparkle Ballerina Pump, RRP £9.99, www.shoezone.com

6 Tutu Du Monde Queen B Shrug, RRP $159, www.bucketsandspades.com.au

7 Little Wings Jersey Sequins Skirt, RRP $47.95, www.bucketsandspades.com.au

8 Fred Bare Cotton Silk Sequin Trim Dress, RRP $110, www.bucketsandspades.com.au

9 Mini Treasure Girls Sequin Headband, RRP $24.95, www.orangesandlemonsboutique.com.au

10 Walnut Soft Pink Twinkle Glitter Ballet, RRP $39.95, www.orangesandlemonsboutique.com.au

11 Milky Sequin Tree Tee, RRP $21.95, www.spunkymunky.com.au

12 Spring Court Kids Metallic Punch (Gold), RRP $100, (02) 9358 4888

1 Silver Sparkly Belt, $16.99, www.pumpkinpatch.com.au

2 2 Pack Sequin Bow Clips, $9.99 www.pumpkinpatch.com.au

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4 Bardot Junior Pearlescent Sequin Tutu Dress, RRP $69.95, www.theiconic.com.au

5 Walkright Girls Black Sparkle Ballerina Pump, RRP £9.99, www.shoezone.com

6 Tutu Du Monde Queen B Shrug, RRP $159, www.bucketsandspades.com.au

7 Little Wings Jersey Sequins Skirt, RRP $47.95, www.bucketsandspades.com.au

8 Fred Bare Cotton Silk Sequin Trim Dress, RRP $110, www.bucketsandspades.com.au

9 Mini Treasure Girls Sequin Headband, RRP $24.95, www.orangesandlemonsboutique.com.au

10 Walnut Soft Pink Twinkle Glitter Ballet, RRP $39.95, www.orangesandlemonsboutique.com.au

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2 Tilly & Otto Blue Hamptons Strip Short, RRP from $39.95, www.tillyandotto.com.au

3 Eternal Creation Painter’s Check Shirt, RRP $54.95, www.eternalcreation.com.au

4 Eternal Creation Red Shirt, RRP $49.95, www.eternalcreation.com.au

5 Eternal Creation Black Seas Shell Shirt, RRP $49.95, www.eternalcreation.com.au

6 Monsoon Buster Swimshort, RRP from £12.00, www.monsoon.co.uk

7 Blue Wave Dip Dye T-Shirt, RRP from $14, www.nextdirect.com

8 Denim Aztec Print Shorts, RRP from $17, www.nextdirect.com

9 Animal Print Trilby, RRP from $17, www.nextdirect.com

10 Milk n Soda Cap Cod Skinny Tie, RRP $26.95, www.orangesandlemonsboutique.com.au

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2 Lorna Jane ‘Little Miss’ Energetic Tank, RRP $24.99, www.lornajane.com.au

3 Lorna Jane ‘Little Miss’ Heart Headband, RRP $9.99, www.lornajane.com.au

4 Lorna Jane ‘Little Miss’ Short Tights, RRP $39.99, www.lornajane.com.au

5 Mister Minit Instant Sneaker Cleaner, RRP $15.95, www.misterminit.com.au

6 Walnut Plain Girls and Boys Trainer Socks, RRP $4.95, www.orangesandlemonsboutique.com.au

7 Petit Couture Pink Rocking Ribbed Tank, RRP $44,

8 Flo Love Tracksuit Pants, RRP $49.95 www.orangesandlemonsboutique.com.au

9 Alphabet Soup Red Baseball Raglan Vintage Tee, RRP $39.95, www.orangesandlemonsboutique.com.au

10 Fred Bare Polo with Stripe Cuffs, RRP $39.95, www.bucketsandspades.com.au

11 e3-M Magenta Yoga Legging, RRP $39.95, www.eenimeeni.com

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Four Western Australian mothers have come together to launch

The Trusted Trolley, a national

online, additive-free food resource

At The Trusted Trolley you will find tips on how to get started eating additive free, a referenced list of additives, and access to a Traffic Light Tracker (provided by The Obesity Policy Coalition) to determine the healthiness of foods

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THE BIG ITCH

WHY DON’T WE TALK ABOUT IT?

The note comes home from

school and panic sets in You

start to feel your own scalp

itching as you carefully check

your kids hair for any sign of

the creepy crawly enemies of

parental sanity Whether you

find any head lice or not, it

is a time consuming, energy

zapping exercise that you

could do without “Treating my

kids head lice brings us closer

together”, said no parent ever.

Interestingly, MOOV found that in

Australia there are 4.5 million cases of

head lice each year That is 4.5 million

moments of panic and if Wikipedia is

correct and female head lice lay five

eggs per day, that is a frightening

number of eggs and live lice combed

from hair every year Not to mention

the suffering of that persistent itch!

Given the abundance of head lice

I was shocked to read in the results of the MOOV Head Lice Survey that 57% of mums said they were not comfortable talking to their school or other parents about their kids head lice Even more astonishing is that 48% of parents admitted to not telling their school when their child has head lice This perpetuates the problem, as the head lice are able to spread infecting more children

Nicole Livingstone, former Olympic swimmer, mum of three and MOOV ambassador says that while many people feel it may be a hurdle to overcome to talk about their child having head lice, it is so important in being able to break the cycle

“If your child had measles you would put your hand straight up and say ‘my son or daughter has measles’ but it just seems to be with head lice that so many mums don’t want to tell their girlfriends

or the school that their child has head lice We talk to each other about so many different things why can’t we talk

about this?” said Nicole

Livingstone first encountered head lice two years ago in the January school holidays when her daughter complained of an itchy head Upon closer inspection she discovered the problem but was able to act quickly with the MOOV products and bust the lice

With back to school just around the corner, MOOV is launching its Defend Your School program aiming to reach 150,000 primary school students nationally The children will receive information packs with myths about head lice, educational games and quizzes and the chance to win grant and prizes for their school

Livingstone’s advice to parents is to grab the information kit She recalls,

“When my daughter had head lice,

Nicole Livingstone’s TOP FIVE tips for busting head lice

1 Check your kids hair regularly so you can act quickly if head lice are present

2 Tie back long hair While this is more relevant for girls with long hair, kids play so closely that it can be easily passed on

3 Use the MOOV Defence Spray regularly

4 If your kids do catch head lice, talk about it and let the school know As soon as you clear the lice the kids can go back to school

5 Continue to check and complete the 3 cycles of the MOOV treatment to effectively break the lice life cycle

it caught me by surprise It can be

quite confusing to stand in the

pharmacy and know which product

to choose” The MOOV kits are also

a useful tool for parents, containing

information on treatment and

management The MOOV website

is another handy resource for

understanding the myths and why

head lice is nothing to be ashamed

of

We also asked Livingstone for her

tips on preventing and treating

head lice She urged parents to

act quickly, “If head lice come into

your life don’t wait around, grab the

MOOV product and get it in there to

bust the cycle of the lice.”

The MOOV Head Lice Survey was conducted

in partnership with Galaxy Research and

surveyed over 1,000 mums of kids aged

4-12 MOOV products can be purchased at

leading pharmacies and Priceline outlets

nationwide

Start your attack against head lice early

with your chance to win the entire MOOV

product range See page 34 for details on

how to enter and banish head lice from your

home.

it is so important in being able

to break the cycle

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run for your health

Running is a great way to

stay in shape all year round

All you require is a good pair

of running shoes, the right

clothing and you can run at

any time, and anywhere, in all

types of weather! It’s not only

good for your health, it is often

a great way to release stress

Getting outdoors in a natural

environment is a great way

to clear your head, give you

thinking time, and you’ll be

working your muscles and your

cardiovascular system at the

same time!

Running is also an activity that can

involve your family or your partner

Often couples that are both interested

in running can train together making

it ideal if you are busy, you want to

exercise yet you don’t have enough

time for each other as well If your

children are old enough they can

ride their bike alongside you as you

run So many people are finding ways

to incorporate this great activity into

their day to day lives

There is a technique to running

though and in order to get the

best out of this form of exercise,

and to avoid injury, there are some

simple observations to follow To run

efficiently you need to ensure your

foot lands under the centre of gravity

of your body, your arms are kept

beside you and move like pistons

backwards and forwards, your

posture should be upright, shoulders not hunched and you are taking small steps Ideally, striking your foot to the ground with your mid sole will reduce the impact throughout your body

Your legs should kick up at the back

as you pull away from the ground, propelling yourself forward By taking smaller steps you will conserve energy and reduce the impact on your hips and pelvis

By gradually increasing the time you run for or the distances you run, you will become less puffed and able to run for longer Running for longer distances does need to be respected though By starting slowly and building

up your distance and time, your body will become accustomed to the movement of running and gradually your fitness will increase, and less risk

of injury occurs

The right shoes and clothing are also critically important Shoes should be specifically designed for running and cater to whether you roll in, out or are

Kaz Muddell is the principal Running Coach

at Mind Body Motion which is a dynamic outdoor mobile fitness business Visit www.mindbodymotion.com.au for more details

with

K az M uddell

a neutral foot Having the wrong shoes will impact the muscles groups you use for running Wearing clothing that wicks away the sweat, such as 100% polyester, will keep your core body temperature down Making sure you have fuel on board

is important so eat before and after you run, and always hydrate well.With a few simple techniques, and the right gear, running is an extremely enjoyable activity It can

be very social as well as there are

Making sure you have fuel

on board is important so eat before and after you run, and always hydrate well

When I completed my schooling

I had no idea what I wanted for a career My first full time position was working at a local irrigation firm selling pipe and fittings to the trade and public From there I ventured into the finance industry were I have worked in a number of areas

Over the years I have completed

a large amount of post graduate studies mainly in business - that was rewarding but a huge commitment from a time prospective

I am a family man with four children of varying ages so, there are interesting times I enjoy watching live sport especially Australian Rules, Ruby League and most competitive sports

Generally I keep myself reasonably fit and just started yoga to work on my core and flexibility I love to eat out with family and friends - a great way

to catch up especially when times are busy - we all need to stop and eat

2 How was the fitskin brand conceived?

We released David Maxwell skin care for men back in February 2010 after extensive research and development over a number of years Our male offering is for the man who takes pride in his appearance with our anti ageing formulations

Part of our strategic direction was to release a female range of skincare into the market within three years of David Maxwell being launched An enormous amount

of R&D was conducted There are new ingredients that appear on the market everyday and we wanted

to explore their capabilities and performance

We also continually received

Fitskin is a relative newcomer to the

women’s skincare market The sister

brand of the successful David Maxwell

skincare for men, Fitskin uses top

quality ingredients, extensive research

and a whole heap of passion to give

women a range of superior products

that will achieve optimum results

Founder, David Pearson, answered a

few of our questions about the Fitskin

brand and the beauty industry He also

shared his five skincare tips you won’t

an exceptional product that we launched in August 2012 due

to the dedicated work of a team

of professionals who thrive on excellence

3 Every beauty cream brand on the market claims to give you a youthful glow, all while keeping your skin looking healthy and fit How does fitskin differ from other beauty products on the market?

Our Cosmetic Formulators have over 40 years of international experience in manufacturing high-grade skin care products Their knowledge through many years

of experience is backed by current research with new ingredients and technologies

We source the finest ingredients and use the latest technologies that deliver outstanding results for skin The range is gentle but effective on the skin, avoiding parabens, petrochemicals, and harsh sulphates Our products have

a blend of therapeutic essential oils beneficial to the skin meaning no artificial fragrance

Through our extensive research and working in partnership with leading ingredient manufacturers our ingredients are synergistically blended to maintain their integrity

so our products work on multiple levels of the skin to achieve optimum results and improve skin appearance Our dedication

to testing and perfecting our product offering was rigorous and time consuming, but until our formulators were satisfied we met and exceeded our expectation, the product was not going to be released into the market

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The Fitskin philosophy is to ‘train

your skin’ to increase its efficiency

of cell turnover, skin regeneration,

improve collagen synthesis and cell

stimulation to fight fatigue, reduce

fine lines and restore hydration for a

fit and healthy complexion

4 Where do you see the fitskin

brand in five years time?

Over the next five years we would

see the Fitskin brand highly

recognised in the market as one of

the best skincare offerings

We are committed to developing

new products and utilising

new technologies that are

environmentally friendly and are

beneficial to the skin Our promise

is to deliver products using high

quality ingredients that have been

tested thoroughly

Over the next five years we will

continue to improve our product

offering to the market and develop

a body care range to compliment

our facial products

5 How do you think the health and beauty industry has changed in the last decade?

Focusing on skincare, there are more products on the market with celebrity endorsements and Botox has become a favourite for people who want a quick fix The biggest change in the market is the growth

in male grooming products, especially in anti ageing skincare products

TOP 5 Skincare Tips

Be sun smart Excessive sun exposure will lead to photo ageing due to

UV exposure This exposure damages or destroys cellular reproductive abilities and degenerates collagen, the building blocks of skin firmness

We know the message slip on protective clothing, slop on 30+ sunscreen

20 minute before going out into the sun, slap on a hat, seek shade and slide on sunglasses

Skin Test Australia has the highest rate of skin cancer in the world, seek

a medical professional who specializes in dermatological assessments and have your skin examined

Diet and Hydration Eat a well balanced diet and keep hydrated We are

what we eat and your diet plays a vital role in the condition of your skin

by supplying vitamins and nutrients Also, your body tends to lose a lot of moisture in the summer, so it’s important to regularly replenish with water Water plays a major role in the appearance of your skin

Skincare Routine Have a good skincare routine and start early - don’t

wait until you see a wrinkle appear Cleanse morning & night, apply a good moisturizer or treatment cream depending on the condition of your skin, apply an eye cream and exfoliate once a week

Indulge Visit a Day Spa to have a massage and facial every so often Your

The delivery of products to consumers has changed dramatically through shopping websites and quick delivery

of products The consumer is savvier in what they purchase and they demand quality products that have quality active ingredients that improve their appearance through a cosmetic approach

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IIf you are pregnant and planning to travel you will want to

read these tips from travel.com.au General Manager Renee

Walsh A mum of two and seasoned traveller herself, she is

well accustomed to flying with a bump “Flying is possible

while pregnant You just need to know when you can go

and how to look after both yourself and the baby while

up in the air I’d encourage all pregnant mums to read

thoroughly and talk to other women who have done it

before A little tip here and there can make life a lot easier,”

said Renee

• As long as you haven’t experienced any complications,

the safest time to fly when pregnant is during the second

trimester By this time, first trimester morning sickness is

likely to have subsided, energy levels are higher and the

risk of going into labour is low Some women won’t have

this luxury and may need to fly interstate regularly If you

suffer from morning sickness, make sure you have a bottle

of water, some snacks and sick bags close to hand

• If you can avoid it, it is not advisable to fly during your

first trimester as the risk of a miscarriage is still high Equally,

it is not advised to fly throughout your third trimester as

the possibility of going into labour increases and you

ideally don’t want to be having the baby while in the air!

Commercial planes are fine however flying on smaller

planes, non-pressurised planes, is not recommended at any

stage of your pregnancy as the lower oxygen levels may

impact your baby

• If you are required to fly during the third trimester, be aware

that airlines have some restrictions in place Depending

on how far into your pregnancy you are and what airline

you choose to travel with, you may not be able to fly at all

For example, the majority of airlines won’t allow pregnant

women (single pregnancy) to fly on a flight over four hours

if they past the end of their 36th week For flights under four

hours, travel is often not permitted after the end of the 38th week (single pregnancy) Restrictions can change if you’re having a multiple pregnancy

• If you are 28 weeks or more, often airlines will ask you

to present a letter from your midwife or doctor This must

be dated no more than 10 days prior to travel and outline your estimated due date, the absence of complications, single or multiple pregnancies, and their consent for you

to fly for the duration of the flight(s) booked

• Requirement and restrictions can change from carrier to carrier and from time to time so it’s best to always check with the airline before planning a holiday or purchasing your ticket If you have any queries, call your carrier to clarify - it’s better to be sure Wear your seat belt low and around the pelvis so to reduce pressure on the baby

• Pregnant women are infamous bathroom goers

To make getting up to go to the toilet easier, book or request an aisle seat If possible, request a seat with more leg room – or better still, pay that bit extra and book a premium economy or business class ticket

• During pregnancy, your circulation is already under strain and the lower cabin pressure won’t help this So it’s important to wear in-flight DVT socks and flexible shoes,

as well as regularly stretch your limbs and do exercises

in your chair and remain well hydrated (sip water throughout the flight It is also worthwhile taking some small snacks (biscuits etc.) in case you get peckish Unless going to the bathroom, try to remain seated as much as possible as you may lose your balance walking up and down the aisle, particularly if the plane goes through a sudden bout of turbulence

• When flying overseas, be sure to check your travel insurance thoroughly Some companies will only insure

a pregnant woman until a certain stage of the pregnancy (eg 24 weeks) and others will not cover for an overseas birth

• Lastly but most importantly, before flying during any stage of your pregnancy, consult your doctor to discuss any potential risks or concerns you may have

Travel.com.au was established in September 2007 and is one of Australia’s most experienced online travel companies Providing the flexibility of booking online of over the phone with one of their experienced Travel Experts, they offer international and domestic flights, holiday packages, tours, hotels, travel insurance and car hire For more information, visit www.travel.com.au or call the Travel Experts on 1300 130 485.

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http://www.kidmagazine.com.au/article/advice-flying-while-F lying advice For mums to be

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The Summer school holidays are nearly over and eager (and some not so eager) kiddies around the country are preparing to return to the classroom We have all your back to school needs covered, from lunchboxes to backpacks, stationery and a few other items you and the kids will love

back to school

1 Kathmandu Sprocket Pack, RRP $99.98, www.kathmandu.com.au

2 Poccahri Little Kids Backpack, RRP $49.95, www.beatrixny.com.au/stores

3 Dieter Big Kids Backpack, RRP $59.95, www.beatrixny.com.au/stores

4 Spencil Owdball Owl bag set, RRP $24.95, www.spencil.com.au

5 Globe Dux II Backpack, RRP $29.99, www.theiconic.com.au

6 Volcom Going Study Backpack, RRP $59.99, www.theiconic.com.au

7 Smiggle Backpack, RRP $39.95, Melbourne Central

Ideal for all after school sports activities such as mountain biking and running, this ‘mini me’ pack features a 1.5L BPA free hydration bladder, airmesh harness with breathable shoulder straps and a bike light loop for added safety

It also features a front trail map pocket to keep the little explorers

on track!.

www.kathmandu.com.au RRP $99.98

bags and backpacks

AVG’s Top 10 Tips

for Back to School

Preparations for

Laptops and Phones

1 Turn on firewalls for both wireless and

local area networks If your operating

system doesn’t have a firewall built in,

look for a compatible third-party firewall

solution AVG Internet Security includes an

enhanced two-way firewall that not only

prevents hackers and malware from

get-ting onto your computer but also prevents

any infection already on your computer

from spreading or sending information to

the cybercriminals

2 The more regularly all your software

is updated, the safer you are Automatic

updates are ideal Always upgrade to the

latest versions of applications, operating

system, security and anti-virus software, as

well as the browser and utility software you

use online such as Internet Explorer, Firefox,

Adobe Reader and Adobe Flash

3 Be sure to check and update

comput-ers with a full anti-virus scan for any that

have been offline or used by visitors during

the school holidays Protect your home

and devices with always on, automatically

updating security software Change default passwords on any new equipment ac-quired over the holiday season, and switch

on every available security option ded in your smart devices

embed-4 Constant monitoring of nanny and privacy settings is essential so that children have age appropriate access to the Inter-net Handy tools such as AVG’s free Family Safety Browser enable you to restrict access

to inappropriate sites on Apple iOS and Windows phones

5 You should constantly reinforce the log out, lock up message To avoid problems, children need to learn the habit of logging out of web sites, social networks and PC accounts as they finish using them, both

at home and at school And they should never share passwords with friends Turn

on password-protected screen savers, erably set to timeout in 10 or 15 minutes

pref-6 Back to School will mean back to the drawing board if your child loses all their work through device loss, theft or dam-age If students do lose their homework or assignments, an automated remote backup solution makes it easy to recover all their missing material

7 Remind your kids that whatever is posted online may be forwarded and published on social networks, Google and other search engine results Even if you delete a post, others won’t Think about who may read a

message or see a photo — teachers, family members, friends, even future employers If you don’t want them to see it — don’t post

it Take the time to go through each social network account with your children and select the highest privacy settings at every level

8 Smartphones can easily fall out of ets or tablets can be left on the school bus – AVG’s free AntiVirus for Android phones and tablets allows devices to be tracked us-ing GPS location technology and remotely wiped Devices should also be secured with a PIN so they can’t be used without permission – and we suggest you change the PIN for the new school year

pock-9 While USB memory sticks are highly venient for students to transport files, if lost

con-or stolen the private data and assignments may end up in the wrong hands It’s worth investing in a memory stick that allows you

to put a lock/PIN or encrypt data to restrict access Put all your sticks through regular anti-virus scans and keep backups of all files to avoid getting caught by stick cor-ruption Attach memory sticks to brightly coloured, individual lanyards so they are not so easy to misplace or forget

10 As well as labelling uniforms,

lunchbox-es and books, also clearly label all gadgets and devices Doing this can make return-ing misplaced items easier and help avoid confusion when classmates arrive with identical looking devices

lunchboxes and water bottles

Featuring a liquid-tight cover to prevent spills, this environmentally friendly bottle also includes a secret removable base compartment to keep money or on-the-go snacks handy for playtime or after school

sport

www.tupperware.com.au RRP $21.45

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1 Dr Who Tardis Lunchbox, RRP $19.95, www.coolthings.com.au

2 Annabel Trends Watermate Drink Bottle, RRP $12.95, www.annabeltrends.com

3 Tupperware Kids Fast Quench, RRP $21.45, www.tupperware.com.au

4 Tupperware Sandwich Keeper Plus, RRP $30, www.tupperware.com.au

5 & 6 Red Birdy Suitcase and Steel Drink Bottle by Blafre, both RRP $24.95, www.larkstore.com.au

7 & 8 Strong Man Suitcase and Steel Drink Bottle by Blafre, both RRP $24.95, www.larkstore.com.au

9 Sistema Klip-It Containers, RRP between $6 - $7.50 and Sistema Lunch Boxes, RRP between $13.50 - $15.50, marking of name is included in the price, www.nameyourdummy.com.au

10 Mr Men Water Bottles, RRP $19.95, www.until.com.au/stockists

11 Dolce & Panna Lunchbox, RRP $39.95, www.beatrixny.com.au/stores

12 Spencil washable neoprene lunch bag with zip closure, RRP $11.95, www.spencil.com.au

13 Bobbleart Paisley Drink Bottle, RRP $19.95, www.theiconic.com.au

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