Home & Lifestyle Winter 2022

W hen it comes time for choosing a new bed for your child, many parents make the mistake of buying for the “now” and not the future. Selecting the right bed and mattress for your child is key to ensuring they get the best sleep and hours required for brain function and growth. Ideas from interior stylist Melissa Gullifer at Focus on Furniture can help you select the best bed: 1. Keep it simple. Over-complicated styling is unnecessary as children grow up so quickly and their tastes change as they transition through their childhood years. Don’t go out and buy your three-year-old daughter an expensive princess bed because in a few years time she will want something else. Be practical and think about a timeless bed option in a simple colour, or a timber bed frame, or upholstered bed like the Tiffany single bed from only $249, which will give you the flexibility to add a variety of affordable quilt covers to update as your child grows into a new phase. 2. Space. Think about how much space you have in your child’s bedroom and consider their current height and growth in the future. Is there enough room for a king single, double, or queen bed or only a single? Also consider beds with built-in storage if you are limited with space. The Tex single bed has nifty built in draws and shelves, perfect for storing books and toys. Can two bedsides fit this space, or one? Will they need a desk or reading nook? Their bedroom should be designed around the idea of a personal little sanctuary; somewhere they can sleep, rest and play. 3 Test and rest. Help your child create their dream bedroom and give them the full bed testing experience by shopping with them in store. They will love it. Test out suitable beds and mattresses, and sit with them on the bed. Is it comfortable? Will it stand the test of time for your child? Think about how many years you want your child to keep this bed. There’s no need to spend a fortune on a good quality mattress. Focus on Furniture has huge range of options starting from $79 to $1099 for a single mattress and the choice of Australian made, as well as up to 15 years guarantee for peace of mind. 4. Budget. Have your budget set and do your research. Good quality beds do not need to break the bank. Decide on the important features your child needs, for example, single or double bed, two bedside tables or just one and don’t forget to add in a quality mattress. Stick to your budget and enjoy the process! And don’t forget to ask the store manager about delivery options. How to choose the best bed for your growing child

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Kids are natural gardeners. Children love to play in the dirt, explore their surroundings, and are hungry to learn. Gardening is a healthy hobby that helps parents incorporate fresh fruits and vegetables into their children's diet more easily. Eating healthy food is vital for brain and body development but it can be hard at times to get kids to eat those fruits and veggies. By having them grow their own string beans, carrots and lettuce, they will have a sense of pride in eating what they have “created.” This, in turn, will emphasize the importance of healthy eating. Kids will soon learn to love eating most vegetables including carrots, cabbage and even broccoli! Gardening is a wonderful introduction into the world of science especially botany, biology and chemistry. When kids plant their first seeds they become curious about what will happen next. They make their own hypothesis and monitor the progress each day. Without even realizing it, kids are learning the basic steps of the scientific process. As kids get older, they learn about the impact of sunlight and water on the growth of a plant. They learn which plants need more sunlight, which need less water and how long they take to grow. Gardening offers wonderful science lessons right at home and allows your child time to enjoy being outside. If you live in a unit you can plant herbs and vegetables in pots. Crimsafe 304 gr de stainless steel mesh security doors and screens New Crimsafe Ultimate with 15 year warranty Newly refurbished showroom AlwAys insist on CrimsAfe ww.doormaster.com.au

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