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Most popular baby carrier in Australia | 2016 Top Picks

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We know first-hand how overwhelming it can be to choose the best products for your baby. Which is why the 2016 Mother & Baby awards, sponsored by Babies “R” Us, seek to make it easier, helping Aussie mums find the best buys for their bubs.

Now in their fifth year, the awards highlight the best products in the baby care industry, from nappies and wipes, to big ticket items such as cots, cars and family holidays.

The Mother & Baby award rosette signals that a product has been exhaustively tried, tested and voted the best by real mums, and given the tick of approval by a panel of experts.

Click through the gallery to check out the finalists in the retail tested baby carrier category.

Brought to you by Babies “R” Us

See the list of 2017 finalists for the best baby carriers in Australia here.

CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR BABY CARRIER

Ergobaby Four Position 360 Carrier, RRP $239 offers the convenience of four carry positions while maintaining the highest standards in ergonomic design to ensure safety and comfort for both baby and parent. The deep seat provides ideal hip positioning in all four carry positions.The seat width adjusts easily to transition baby from inward to outward facing and back again.

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BabyBjorn Baby Carrier One Air, RRP $249.95. This carrier features an ergonomic 4-way front and back baby carrier in airy mesh fabric with extra padded shoulder straps. Perfect for newborn to three years.

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i-angel Hip Seat Rainbow Carrier, RRP $245.

The Rainbow carrier is a multi-functional carrier: one item with three effects. In summer you can detach the cover leaving only the cool mesh lining. In winter reattach the cover to keep your baby warm.It comes complete with a sleeping hood and organic teething pads.

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Stokke MyCarrier 3in1. RRP $279

the Stokke MyCarrier has been carefully designed and ergonomically developed to give a tailor-made fit to mums and dads of all sizes as well as your growing baby. Completely adjustable for correct weight distribution along with softly padded cotton fabric, it’s comfortable for parent and child alike.

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Manduca Pure Cotton Baby Carrier, RRP $199.95.

Made from 100% GOTS certified organic cotton, Manduca carries your baby in the position recommended by the International Hip Dysplasia Association and Healthy Hips Australia. Manduca has a three year warranty and a built-in newborn insert.

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Baby activity mat Australia

See the finalists for the 2016 Mother & Baby Awards retail tested activity mats.
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We know first-hand how overwhelming it can be to choose the best products for your baby. Which is why the 2016 Mother & Baby awards, sponsored by Babies “R” Us, seek to make it easier, helping Aussie mums find the best buys for their bubs.

Now in their fifth year, the awards highlight the best products in the baby care industry, from nappies and wipes, to big ticket items such as cots, cars and family holidays.

The Mother & Baby award rosette signals that a product has been exhaustively tried, tested and voted the best by real mums, and given the tick of approval by a panel of experts.

Click through the gallery to check out the finalists in the retail tested activity mat category.

Brought to you by Babies “R” Us

See the 2017 winners here.

CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR ACTIVITY MAT. The Bloom & Grow Skip Hop RRP $189 is bursting with dynamic friends including a hooting owl, a musical hedgehog, a dancing fox and many more.

CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR ACTIVITY MAT. The Yookidoo Gymotion Activity Playland Yookidoo RRP $129 is a 3-in-1 activity gym. It features loads of accessories and multi-textured toys.

CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR ACTIVITY MAT. The Playgro Australia Jingle Jungle Music and Lights Gym RRP $109.95 is a jungle inspired gym designed to encourage playtime and tummy time. Each toy has a unique feature including click-clack rings, reflective mirror, crinkle sounds, tactile ribbons and a peek-a-boo flap.

CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR ACTIVITY MAT. The Amazing Baby Co Sponky Play Mat RRP $69.95 will activate your child’s senses while they exercise their body on Sponky’s play mat. Filled with scrunching sounds, hanging objects with rattles, mirror and padded pillow.

CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR ACTIVITY MAT. The Childsmart – World’s Apart Zebra Sensory Dome Tent RRP $49.95 is a beautifully designed sensory dome to help and encourage babies to explore the world.

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River mum speaks: ‘I see him yelling out for help’

“I tried to close my eyes last night and all I could see was him … wanting to get out, yelling out for help.”
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The mother of a four-year-old boy who drowned when his father’s car slipped into a river has opened up about her torment.

Bentley Hilton died on Sunday afternoon after the ute he was sitting in slipped down a Hawkesbury River boat ramp and got swept away by a fast-flowing current.

His mother Lauren Hilton, who is separated from Bentley’s father and hadn’t seen her little boy since Mother’s Day, says she can’t stop reliving the horrific tragedy in her head.

“I tried to close my eyes last night and all I could see was him … wanting to get out, yelling out for help,” she told Nine News.

“When I found out, I was just so upset … I just broke down in tears, there was nothing more I could say. I loved him from the first time I met him.”

Bentley was strapped into his car seat in his dad’s ute while his dad and grandfather attempted to unhitch their tinnie when the car started sliding into the water.

Both men desperately tried to save the boy, but the car was completely submerged within seconds and dragged downstream where police divers eventually located it after a four-hour search.

The car Bentley was pulled from.

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George Clooney honoured for charity work by Pope Francis

Who needs an Oscar when you can get an award from the Pope?
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George Clooney was all smiles as he shook hands with the Pope while being honoured for his charity work.

The actor and his human rights lawyer wife Amal Clooney attended the pontiff’s Un Muro o Ponte Seminary at Paul VI Hall during a trip to Rome.

George is working together with the religious leader with his arts foundation, Scholas Occurrentes, an International Organization of Pontifical Right that connects technology with arts and sports, according to its website.

“This is a wonderful program that were working on,” the Money Monster actor proclaimed in his address to the Pope.

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“The one thing that we know is that hatred and bigotry has to be taught,” he explained.

“We aren’t born this way… and the fact that Pope Francis and all of you are involving people at such a young age in the schools, the idea that inclusion is the only way we’re gonna make it, that to me is what is so spectacular about what you all are doing.”

George was clearly thrilled with meeting the pontiff!

Amal looked on proudly as her husband addressed the crowd.

Fellow celebrities Salma Hayek and Richard Gere were also in attendance. All three stars are ambassadors for the ambitious project.

Salma and Richard were also similarly honoured for their work with the worthy cause.

Salma Hayek was thrilled to be honoured alongside longtime friend George.

Richard was all smiles as he later shook hands with Pope Francis.

Amal, 38, looked stunning in a chic, clack Atelier Versace lace gown with three-quarter sleeves and satin detail, paired back with a silk Versace hat. George, 55, looked dapper in a grey suit and button down top.

The pair have spent most of their time at George’s Lake Como property since arriving in Italy, and were recently seen dining with friends at a local restaurant Dal Bolognaise, overlooking Rome’s Piazza del Puopolo.

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Chilling Facebook post of man accused of killing partner and kids

He proclaimed you were “no longer a man” once you hit a woman, then allegedly killed his partner and her two children.
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The Adelaide man accused of the triple murder of his partner and her two children posted about domestic violence on Facebook just weeks before the attack.

Steven Peet, 30, was charged with three counts of murder yesterday after police found the bodies of his girlfriend Adeline Rigney-Wilson, 29, and her six-year-old daughter and five-year-old son in a house in Hillier, north of Adelaide.

Peet allegedly killed his partner and her kids after a domestic dispute, despite posting anti-domestic violence messages on Facebook as recently as February.

The accused murderer’s Facebook post.

Adeline Rigney-Wilson was tragically killed.

Peet being transported to the police station. IMAGE: NINE NEWS

Peet will face court over the alleged murders later today.

If you have any information about the deaths, please contact Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000.

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Samantha Armytage injured after dog attack

But it could have been so much worse...
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Mondays are bad enough, but it looks like Samantha Armytage has has a really rotten start to the week.

The Sunrise host was on an afternoon walk when she was attacked by a dog in the street.

Samantha revealed the snap of a large plaster on social media, telling followers she had just come out of hospital from getting injections to prevent infection.

“And that’s a wrap on an afternoon I’d rather forget,” the 38-year-old posted.

Sam sported a sizable injury after fending off the dog attack.

“One Doberman attack, one police station visit, one tetanus shot (with added whooping cough booster), antibiotics = very stressful hours!”

Sam’s shock at the attack soon turned to anger as she complained about the dog even being able to be near the public in the first place.

Pets usually love the bubbly TV host.

“IF YOU HAVE AN AGGRESSIVE BREED OF DOG,” she wrote, “KEEP IT AWAY FROM THE PUBLIC.”

“This could have been so much worse,” she continued, explaining there had been a toddler walking just near her when the dog attacked.

“Thank god it was me and not him,” the presenter said.

The Sunrise host copped backlash for accusing all Dobermans of being aggressive.

Some of her followers jumped on the blonde for calling a Doberman an aggressive breed in the first place.

“Blame the owners, blame the individual dog, but not fair to put all dogs from a breed into the category of ‘dangerous’ because of one, the follower wrote.

“ALL breeds have the potential to be aggressive,” said another. “It’s the owner’s responsibility to be aware of their dog’s nature.”

But the TV host would have none of it.

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“Dobermans are an aggressive breed,” Samantha hit back. “The owner said this dog had ‘never done this before”…Well it did today. And it could have been a child’s face.

“So don’t you start with me today mate disputing the aggressive breeds, because I’m not in the mood to be polite.”

You tell ’em, Sam!

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Inside Prince Oscar of Sweden’s christening

Friday the 27th of May marked a particularly joyous occasion for the Swedish royal family.
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Friday the 27th of May marked a particularly joyous occasion for the Swedish royal family.

The Christening of sweet little Oscar Carl Olof, held in the royal chapel of Stockholm, brought together the whole family, making the already special day a royal affair to remember.

Of course, the pint-sized Prince was the little man of the moment as he tried to stay awake cradled by his mother, Crown Princess Victoria.

They were joined by the new mum’s husband, Prince Daniel, and their first daughter Princess Estelle, who celebrated her fourth birthday earlier this year.

As the family arrived, including our favourite Australian royal Princess Mary and her husband Prince Frederik – who was given the honour of godfather – little Oscar nodded off wearing the traditional christening gown that his sister, mother and other family members have worn before him.

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The 38-year-old mother-of-two went matchy-matchy with her new bub in her own white lace dress.

Princess Mary rocked a monochrome frock and statement hat to wish the little one well.

Too sweet! Little Estelle was her mother’s mini-me, also in a white gown with white fascinator pinned to her blonde locks.

Handsome Prince Carl Phillip of Sweden was accompanied by his wife Princess Sofia, but their newborn son Prince Alexander stayed home.

The proud parents stood with their little one surrounded by family, flanked by Godparents Crown Princess Mette-Marit and Prince Frederik, who gave readings at the ceremony.

A happy little family!

Queen Silvia and King Carl Gustaf of Sweden were overjoyed to spend the day honouring the new arrival.

Like mother, like daughter! Princess Leonore looks more like her mum Princess Madeleine every day.

Melting! Princess Leonore, two, daughter of Princess Madeleine, and Princess Estelle, four, daughter of Crown Princess Victoria already seem to be the best of friends!

Photo: Anna-Lena Ahlström, The Royal Court

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Most popular teething toy | 2016 top picks

See the finalists for the most popular teething toy in the 2016 Mother & Baby Awards
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We know first-hand how overwhelming it can be to choose the best products for your baby. Which is why the 2016 Mother & Baby awards, sponsored by Babies “R” Us, seek to make it easier, helping Aussie mums find the best buys for their bubs.

Now in their fifth year, the awards highlight the best products in the baby care industry, from nappies and wipes, to big ticket items such as cots, cars and family holidays.

The Mother & Baby award rosette signals that a product has been exhaustively tried, tested and voted the best by real mums, and given the tick of approval by a panel of experts.

Click through the gallery to check out the finalists in the home tested most teething toy category.

Brought to you by Babies “R” Us

See the 2017 winners here.

CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR TEETHING TOY. The Cheeky Chompers Chewy The Loveable Hippo Teething Toy RRP $24.95 has textured chewable features and an audible squeak to stimulate the senses.

CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR TEETHING TOY. The Babies”R”Us Water Filled Teether RRP $5.99 provides a cool surface to bite and teethe on and the round shapes are easy to hold.

CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR TEETHING TOY. Les Folies Sophie la Girafe RRP $37.50 is flexible and made from renewable, natural materials and non-toxic paint.

CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR TEETHING TOY. The NUK Soothasaurus RRP $19.99 is an engaging and stimulating sensory development toy designed to provide relief from teething.

CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR TEETHING TOY. The [Nuby Keys Teether] (http://www.nuby.com/|target=”_blank”) RRP $10 has cool resilient surfaces to soothe and stimulate sore gums safely.

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Best baby swaddle Australia: 2016 mum’s pick

See the finalists for the most popular swaddle in the 2016 Mother & Baby Awards
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We know first-hand how overwhelming it can be to choose the best products for your baby. Which is why the 2016 Mother & Baby awards, sponsored by Babies “R” Us, seek to make it easier, helping Aussie mums find the best buys for their bubs.

Now in their fifth year, the awards highlight the best products in the baby care industry, from nappies and wipes, to big ticket items such as cots, cars and family holidays.

The Mother & Baby award rosette signals that a product has been exhaustively tried, tested and voted the best by real mums, and given the tick of approval by a panel of experts.

Click through the gallery to check out the finalists in the home tested swaddle category.

Brought to you by Babies “R” Us

See the 2017 winners here.

CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR SWADDLE. The Love To Dream Swaddle UP Winter Warm RRP $46.95 has a built-in bamboo quilt for superior warmth and wings to allow babies to self-soothe without scratching their face.

CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR SWADDLE. The Babes in Arms Ergobaby Swaddler RRP $42.95 has an easy-to-use patented design that’s acknowledged by the International Hip Dysplasia Institute as a hip healthy product.

CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR SWADDLE. The Gro Swaddle Grobag RRP $49.95 is based on the latest medical expertise for safety and effectiveness. If you can’t decide between a sleeping bag or a swaddle, this genius product incorporates the best of both worlds.

CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR SWADDLE. The Plum Bamboo Pod RRP $44.95 combines the stretch cotton and muslin to provide baby with a snug fit over the arms and generous space for the legs and hips.

CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR SWADDLE. The Baby Studio Swaddlewrap RRP $29.95 has been designed with heavy duty velcro to ensure babies’ arms are wrapped tightly by their side or across their chest.

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Most Popular Steriliser Australia | 2016 Top Picks

See the finalists for the most popular steriliser in the 2016 Mother & Baby Awards
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We know first-hand how overwhelming it can be to choose the best products for your baby. Which is why the 2016 Mother & Baby awards, sponsored by Babies “R” Us, seek to make it easier, helping Aussie mums find the best buys for their bubs.

Now in their fifth year, the awards highlight the best products in the baby care industry, from nappies and wipes, to big ticket items such as cots, cars and family holidays.

The Mother & Baby award rosette signals that a product has been exhaustively tried, tested and voted the best by real mums and given the tick of approval by a panel of experts.

Click through the gallery to check out the finalists in the home tested most popular steriliser category.

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See the 2017 winners here.

CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR STERILISER. The Tommee Tippee closer to nature Electric Steam Steriliser RRP $150 has a fast five-minute sterilisation cycle and then keeps the contents sterile for 24 hours.

CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR STERILISER. The Philips AVENT 3 in 1 Electric Steam Steriliser RRP $139.95 sterilises in six minutes and has automatic shut-off for extra safety and less energy consumption.

CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR STERILISER. Mix Milton Antibacterial Tablets RRP $8.99 with water to create a sterilising solution that works in 15 minutes and is reusable for up to 24 hours.

CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR STERILISER. The Pigeon Microwave Steam Steriliser RRP $58.95 has a seven-minute sterilisation cycle and maintains a sterile environment for 24 hours.

CATEGORY: MOST POPULAR STERILISER. The Babies “R” Us Microwave Steam Steriliser RRP $29.99 fits in most microwaves and takes just four minutes making it great for travelling or if you’re on-the-go.

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