Mountain Buggy Suncover and Stormcover

With the release of the 2010 Mountain Buggy range, there are new covers that are not all compatible with the older buggies. The chart below should explain exactly which covers will work on which buggies -

Click on the chart to see a larger version.

If you need to purchase covers click HERE to see the range available.

Mountain Buggy 2010 Models

The new Mountain Buggy 2010 range is here!!! We have the products available on our website. For some products like the sleeping bags, there has only been a slight change in the logo. But for the buggies, there are more substantial differences.

Click HERE to go to our blog showing the updates that are included in the 2010 models.

Don't forget, the Mountain Buggy Urban is now called the Mountain Buggy Urban Jungle and the Mountain Buggy Double is now called the Mountain Buggy Duo. The Swift is still called Mountain Buggy Swift.

The Mountain Buggy Duo probably looks the most different with its individual hoods (as per pic above).

New Mountain Buggy Models

From Dec 09, new models of Mountain Buggy will be available. The changes are quite subtle, so don't think that the buggy you have grown to love is going to be lost forever.

The Single Urban is now called the Urban Jungle and the double is called the Duo. The Elite models have all been discontinued, along with the terrain & triple buggies.

The main changes are -

• The wheelbase has been made narrower
• The sunhoods have been made bigger and smarter
• The harnesses have been enhanced
• Bumper bars are included
• The Swift now has a carrycot option
• The Duo has individual sunhoods (rather than 1 large one)
• The Urban Jungle suncover zips directly onto the hood
• New colours for the Urban Jungle and Duo

We don't know if there will be price changes yet but we will have our website updated with the latest info as soon as the buggies release.

This Blog

We have created this blog to provide information to our customers. There are so many things that parents need to know, we are trying to create a place where parents or people dealing with young children can get information easily.

Some of the topics that we have covered so far include -

Products that you will need for a baby - Baby Checklist.

Buying the right carseat

Reviews / Information on Mountain Buggy Strollers

Reviews / Information on Bugaboo Strollers

A great home made playdoh recipe

Keep checking back, we will add more content....

Portacot voluntary recall

If you have a portcot that has a change table insert, you need to check if it is one of the following models. They have been voluntarily recalled because of a safety issue.


Positioning Statement - IGC Dorel NZ Ltd

Wednesday 9th September 2009


Re: Portacot Change Table Accessory Recall
Brand: Mother’s Choice, Holden, bertini, Disney Pooh, Baby City, Babywise
Product: Portacot Change Table Accessory
Model #: 4337, LY504, LY704, LY700

Model Number can be found on the change table accessory.

Released for sale: Baby City, Farmers, The Baby Factory, Smiths City, Repco and Specialty Stores in New Zealand between 2004 - 2009.



As a responsible supplier of Infant Nursery products, IGC Dorel New Zealand Ltd (911526) is voluntarily recalling the change table accessory item from the above mentioned models.

IGC Dorel is taking this action as it has come to our attention that the restraining straps on the change table accessory item are of a length that allows the possibility for a carer to fasten the restraint straps underneath the change table accessory causing a potential strangulation hazard.

We urge customers to immediately stop using their Portacot change table accessory if their Portacot matches one of the above brands/model numbers and to contact IGC Dorel New Zealand Ltd on
Free Call 0800 628 000 (8.00am to 4.00pm) to arrange the return of their change table accessory for modification.

Please follow the steps outlined below when returning change table accessory to IGC Dorel.


STEP 1
Contact IGC Dorel New Zealand Customer Service on Free Call 0800 628 000 to receive an authorised Return Authority (RA) number. Keep this number for future reference.

STEP 2
Securely package the Change Table accessory item.

STEP 3
Clearly address the parcel with the following information and send to:

IGC Dorel New Zealand Ltd
7A Hotunui Drive Mt Wellington Auckland
RA Number: ______________ (please insert RA number)
IGC Dorel New Zealand will arrange for collecting by Courier Co.


Important Notes:
Unless the RA number is clearly indicated on the returned item for modification, IGC Dorel will be unable to return the modified product as the RA number corresponds to your contact details.

IGC Dorel New Zealand is committed to providing the best support possible to their valued customers and will provide any assistance needed in this matter.

Amber teething necklaces

There are some things that we don't completely understand but know they just work. Aloe Vera would be a good example of this, if you have a burn, its the best thing to take away the sting. About 15 years ago I got funny looks from my flatmates when I cut a leaf off my Aloe plant and put it on my thumb. Now days you buy it in a bottle and its not so strange.

Amber Necklaces fall into this category for some people at the moment. I have got some funny looks when someone has asked what my daughters necklace is and I tell them that it stops her Eczema.

We were approached by a lady and asked if we would sell her Amber teething necklaces in our store. She said they also are known to help allergies and eczema. I was hesitant but I told her if the necklace got rid of my daughters eczema we would sell them. I had been using liquorice cream to keep it from getting really bad, but it was still there and I had to keep applying it twice a day. I asked the lady how long it would take the necklace to work and she told me a couple of weeks. Within 2 days I had stopped with the cream and her eczema just went away.I didn't get it for teething but I did notice that she didn't complain when a tooth came through. I could tell she was teething as she still had the dribble but I saved myself quite a bit of money in teething remedies.

She is almost 4 and she still wears her necklace. If I take it off, the eczema comes back. I have also learned that products like Vicks should not be used when the necklace is on. I had to buy another necklace after I had been applying Vicks to her for about a week. I think it got into the necklace as her eczema returned. The new necklace sorted it out again so just be careful with products around them.

If the child is going into the bath, remove the necklace as soaps etc may do the same thing. They say you can recharge the necklace putting it in the light of sunset or sunrise. Another method is to run it under cold water.

Here is the product information on the Amber Necklaces we sell -
100% Genuine Baltic amber teething necklaces are a traditional European remedy for baby teething, which have been used for centuries. A natural analgesic, amber will help to calm baby without the use of over-the-counter drugs and remedies.

Wearing the Baltic amber close to the skin, allows the release of natural healing oils from the fossilised tree resin to help infants stay calm and more relaxed during teething. Natural Baltic amber teething necklaces have anti-inflammatory and therapeutic properties, which make these necklaces the ideal solution for parents looking for a natural product to relieve the symptoms of teething.

Natural Baltic amber will promote fast healing and boost the immune system. It will aid in the reduction of acidity in the body, redness in the cheeks due to teething, swollen gums, nappy rash, and fevers. It is also recommended for allergies and eczema. Each necklace is unique and knotted between each bead, so if the necklace does break (it will break if force is applied) only one bead will come off and the remaining beads will stay intact. Unlike cheaper amber chips, each bead is rounded and polished to give smooth edges to allow for maximum skin contact and comfort.

The clasp is made from amber/plastic with a screw mechanism, and will also release if force is applied, ensuring the highest safety. Each necklace is handcrafted and is made from 100% genuine Baltic amber. It is warm to touch, and light to wear.Suitable for boys and girls from 3-4 months of age, however as teething can continue for 2 or more years, it is never too late for your child to start wearing this necklace.

Click HERE to see the product on our site.

Bugaboo Cameleon

The Bugaboo is one of the most innovative buggies on the market.

The first Bugaboo was invented in the 90's by a guy in the Netherlands attending a design academy. He wanted to create a buggy that fitted into peoples lifestyles and gave them flexibility. He couldn't sell his idea to any existing buggy manufacturers as they thought it was too revolutionary. So he got himself a business partner and they started manufacturing them in 1999. So Bugaboo have just celebrated 10 years.

The Cameleon allows you to mix and match colours to create the buggy that you want. In the picture above you will see the carry cot and the seat. The frame of both of these items is actually the same part. When you buy the buggy you get fabric sets that allow you to start off with the carrycot then convert over to the seat when your baby is ready.

The handle can be flicked over the frame to make the buggy drive the other way. This means you can have the big or small wheels at the front and can have the baby facing you or facing away. The little wheels can also be removed if you were taking the buggy down the beach etc. In this mode you just pull it behind you like a golf cart. The buggy folds down to a small size and is very light weight. There are a large range of different canvas topping colours available. There are also designer options available like the Paul Frank range.

For the full colour charts and a really good video that really shows what the Cameleon looks like, click HERE to go to our site. You will also see that we stock all of the accessories for the Bugaboo range and spares.