Millions of fans all over the world adore them. They amaze us with their talent and we shower them with accolades … hmm, and they even get paid for it!  Celebrity mums have it made…or do they? There is a downside to living in the public eye. The lives and choices of these mums are under constant scrutiny and they are quickly labelled for not living up to impossible standards. This sentiment is echoed in the words of mum and producer of “Project Runway”, Heidi Klum: “One day you’re in, the next day you’re out!” Either way, Bobux is impressed with the great things these celebrity mums do:

1.  Knowing that they’re viewed as role models, many celebrity mums use their fame and influence in a very positive way to raise awareness of challenges facing the world today. We’re impressed to find so many celebrity mums who passionately support charities around the globe. 

Julia's one of the key stars in Oprah Winfrey’s new television channel starting in January 2011 where she's being assigned a film called “Extraordinary Moms”. Good on you Julia !

 2.  They don’t let fame define them…they’re mums like us.   “Pretty woman” star, Julia Roberts – Hollywood actress and mum of three – is lately known for the way she embraces life as a mum.  She is now back on the big screen after dedicating two years to raising her twins.  Here’s what Julia says about her motherhood:  “I’m the luckiest girl in town, really I am.”

 3. We honour our red carpet idols that care about using natural products for children.   Nicole Richie uses natural baby laundry detergent that not only protects her baby, but is also good for the environment. 

  And of course we can’t help loving celebrity babies making public appearances over the years wearing Bobux soft sole shoes.  There’s a lot going on as children’s feet develop, so thumbs up to these mums for choosing natural footwear like Bobux.

Here's Angelina Jolie, Isla Fisher, Alyson Hannigan and Alessandra Ambrosio with their babies

Hi there, today we see…  the signs of a new season! Temperatures began to rise a few weeks ago and even some flowering plants are blooming in beautiful colours. 

 We just feel spring today!  To Bobux it means cupcakes and “crumdiddlyumptious” home made scones (Anna made them.) …and a good cuppa for morning tea time. 

Yup, new stuff is surely happening.  Spring chicks are on the way. This morning, a spring-photo-taking-quest around our office building produced this precious find, the cutest little egg.  The mum kept an eye on us making sure we’re merely taking photos.  

Happy Spring day!

He’s having fun and in a world of his own. ..your rules don’t count here.  We just love playgrounds. It’s where kids laugh out loud and run wild. Here, kids can play and at the same time develop naturally. 

A good friend put us onto the new Pt Chevalier playground in Auckland, where adults and children can enjoy the equipment together (slides and modules are extra wide to enable a child to be accompanied by an adult).  The perfect opportunity to slide back into childhood with the young ones.

When the park opened in June 2010, it introduced an intricate climbing rope for children to pull themselves up onto – great for balance and letting little feet develop.  Rubber safety mats ensures safe landings.

This park features a remarkable design with children’s development in mind; and its beautiful setting is so open and free.   

There you go; this is how we play. Now show & tell us where you play… what’s special about your park? What do you do when the weather is playing up?

Bobux wishes you a very Happy Mother’s day !    

If you have already celebrated Mother’s day on another day, hope you’ve had a lovely time with your family.  

Mother’s days are so special.  It’s all about celebrating and appreciating mum-hood.   Don’t we all just enjoy receiving those handmade cards and foodies in the morning of Mother’s days.  And don’t forget about all the dad-efforts that goes into making you feel like your just the only mum in this world!   It’s not all just about receiving nice goodies; being a mum or making your own mum feel super special is rewarding in itself.  

At Bobux we are mums too.  Angela, Nicola and Stefanie share why Mother’s day is so special to them:           

Angela - Bobux Design Manager and mum of two

Angela:  “As my girls are getting older their take on life is becoming more amusing.   On Monday my 6 year old came home with a coupon book. She explained that Mummies shouldn’t have to wait until Mothers Day to get hugs and nice things so she asked at her after-school program if they could make coupon books.  She has been rather chuffed with herself as I have been using the vouchers this week – although I am saving the ‘Breakfast in Bed’ one until Sunday!  My 4 year old is much the same.  She was so proud of her Mothers day card, she insisted I opened it on Thursday.   Being children of the ‘sustainability’ generation I am sure it will all be recycled for Sunday!  

Nicola - Bobux Product developer and mum of two

Nicola:  ”I love waking up on Mother’s Day as the kids are so excited and love making a fuss over me.  I am looking forward to reading the card Jessica has made me because she said she has filled it with love.  It is moments like those that I cherish being a Mum.   The thing I most enjoy doing on Mother’s Day is making a fuss of my Mother and doing something special with her.  This year is no exception. Happy Mother’s day.”  

Stefanie - Bobux Production & Operations Manager and mum

Stefanie: “My 16 year old daughter, Evie asked me the other day what I would like for mother’s day.  I explained to her , it’s not about materialistic objects and that the only gift I want is the gift of her time.   My mother’s day will be perfect.  A whole day spending quality time with my girl, and a family roast dinner that night, surrounded by all those I love – sharing the gift of life.”  

Guy in our Design Team has designed a Mother’s day coupon book for you to download and enjoy with your child or your mum!     

Click here to download and print.  

HAPPY MOTHERS DAY everyone!