Welcome to the Best Nappy, Swimwear and Playtime Products of 2026 – where the votes have been counted, the winners have been crowned, and the guesswork is officially gone.
Thousands of Aussie parents had their say in the 2026 Mum Central Awards, and these are the products that came out on top. The nappies that are handling the 3 am blowouts, swim gear surviving actual Australian summers and the toys being played with long after the novelty wears off.
In this edition, we’re announcing the Gold, Silver and Bronze winners across nine categories:
- Best Nappy
- Best Nappy Bags
- Best Baby Wipes
- Best Kids Swimwear Brand
- Best Educational Toy
- Best Interactive Toy
- Best Preschool Product (0-5 Years)
- Best Board Game or Card Game, and
- Best Toy Brand.
Only the top three in each category made the podium – so if it’s on this list, real Aussie families tested it, loved it and voted for it. So whether you’re knee-deep in nappies, heading into a big swim season or hunting for something that’ll actually hold their attention for more than five minutes, this is your shortlist.
Let’s get into it.
Best Nappy
GOLD AWARD
GOLD AWARDtooshies Nappies
Price: $26.00
Shop: www.tooshies.com.au
tooshies nappies, with a core made from 74% organic bamboo, are the most sustainable choice when performance, comfort and caring for your baby are non-negotiables.
Softer and more absorbent, the materials make this nappy super soft, breathable and hypoallergenic to soothe sensitive tooshies. With the environment in mind, these nappies have a plant-based backsheet and a biodegradable core. Designed with ultra-soft and flexible materials to move and groove with your growing baby.
Naturally insulating and anti-microbial, these nappies offer 12-hour leak-proof protection to keep your baby dry all day and night. 0% fragrances, lotions, phthalates and parabens. Hypoallergenic and vegan. Designed in Melbourne by a team of mums, every pack purchase supports Australian women experiencing a crisis pregnancy through impact partner, The Babes Project.
SILVER AWARD
SILVER AWARDDesigner Bums OSFM Reusable Cloth Nappy
Price: $39.95
Shop: www.designerbums.com.au
Designer Bums reusable nappies are a modern, award-winning solution redefining everyday baby care. Designed for performance and longevity, they offer superior absorbency with a one-size adjustable fit from newborn to toddler. Made from premium materials with exclusive artist-designed prints, they combine style with practicality. Parents love the easy-to-use design and long-term value, while the five-time gold award recognition reflects strong community trust. A reliable, sustainable essential for growing families.
BRONZE AWARD
BRONZE AWARDMarquise Premium Nappies
Price: $17.00
Shop: www.marquise.com.au
Marquise Hypoallergenic Nappies are a gentle, skin-friendly choice designed for everyday comfort. Made from 73% plant-based materials and free from harsh chemicals, they’re ideal for delicate skin. The unique, secure fit helps reduce leaks and restless nights, while being dermatologically tested and trusted by Australian hospitals. A reliable, soothing option for baby and peace of mind for parents.
Best Nappy Bags
GOLD AWARD
GOLD AWARDOiOi Signature Nappy Backpack
Price: $219.95
Shop: www.oioi.com.au
The OiOi Signature Nappy Backpack stands out for its thoughtful design and quality finish, making it a reliable choice for everyday parenting.
Parents praise its smart internal organisation, which helps keep essentials easy to find, as well as its comfortable, hands-free wear for outings big and small. The backpack is well-constructed, using carefully selected materials, giving it a premium feel while remaining practical for daily use.
Its timeless design transitions easily beyond the baby stage, appealing to parents looking for longevity without compromising on style. Overall, the OiOi Signature Nappy Backpack delivers a strong balance of form and function, combining considered details, quality craftsmanship and everyday usability in one well-designed essential.
SILVER AWARD
SILVER AWARDLulu Babe Sofia Nappy Bag Backpack
Price: $124.95
Shop: www.lulubabe.com
The Sofia Nappy Bag is a bestselling, stylish and functional essential loved by Aussie families. Made from durable, water-resistant vegan leather, it features 10+ compartments to keep everything organised. Thoughtful touches like insulated bottle pockets and a one-hand wipes pocket make life easier, while gold hardware and luxe lining elevate the look. Designed for real life, it converts from backpack to shoulder bag or pram attachment, with a full accessories bundle included for ultimate convenience.
BRONZE AWARD
BRONZE AWARDSkip Hop Forma Next Backpack Nappy Bag
Price: $179.95
Shop: www.skiphop.com.au
The next-gen Skip Hop Forma Nappy Bag Backpack is a practical, everyday essential for parents on the go. It features an adjustable bottle pocket that fits large tumblers, plus two packing cubes to keep everything organised. With a wide opening and 9 pockets, essentials are always within reach. Parents love the padded mesh back, luggage sleeve and stroller straps for comfort and travel ease. Made from durable, water-repellent fabric, it’s a versatile bag that works well beyond baby.
Best Baby Wipes
GOLD AWARD
GOLD AWARDtooshies Pure Water Baby Wipes
Price: $5.50
Shop: www.tooshies.com.au
tooshies Pure Water Baby Wipes are a gentle, eco-conscious essential designed for delicate skin. Made with 99.4% medical-grade water, they include only a few clean, skin-friendly ingredients to keep wipes safe and effective. Unlike many alternatives, they are 100% plastic-free and compostable, breaking down in as little as 60 days.
The textured, plant-based cloth delivers a thorough clean from head to toe, while remaining soft and soothing. Free from alcohol, phenols, parabens, phthalates and fragrance, they’re hypoallergenic, vegan and not tested on animals, making them ideal for sensitive skin.
Designed with real-life parenting in mind, the large one-hand open lid makes nappy changes quicker and easier, especially when juggling a wriggly baby.
A safe, sustainable and practical choice, tooshies wipes deliver everyday convenience while reducing your environmental impact.
SILVER AWARD
SILVER AWARDGAIA Natural Baby Water + Ceramides Biodegradable Wipes
Price: $5.49
Shop: www.gaiaskinnaturals.com
GAIA Biodegradable Water Wipes are a gentle, paediatrician-approved essential made with pure Australian water and 98.4% naturally derived ingredients. Enriched with ceramides, jojoba, centella and chamomile, they help soothe, hydrate and support the skin barrier. The soft, thick, textured compostable cloth cleans effectively without irritation. Fragrance-free, dermatologically tested and suitable from birth, they’re also biodegradable, vegan and cruelty-free for a more conscious clean.
BRONZE AWARD
BRONZE AWARDMarquise Baby Water Wipes
Price: $6.50
Shop: www.marquise.com.au
Marquise Eco Water Wipes are a gentle, skin-friendly essential made with 99.7% pure water to care for sensitive and newborn skin. Designed for everyday ease, they’re soft, soothing and safe from day one. With an eco-friendly, compostable design, they offer a more sustainable choice for families. A simple, reliable wipe that helps make parenting that little bit easier.
Best Kids Swimwear Brand
GOLD AWARD
GOLD AWARDSplash About Children Swimwear Collection
Price: $8.95 – $57.00
Shop: www.splashabout.com.au
Splash About’s children’s swimwear is a trusted, innovative range designed for fun, safety and practicality in the water. At the heart is the award-winning Happy Nappy, a reusable swim nappy proven to contain solids, now built into wetsuits, swimsuits and sunsuits for clever 2-in-1 use. Perfect for swim school or holidays, the range also includes learn-to-swim floatsuits with adjustable buoyancy and compact swim vests with puncture-proof floats.
Made from durable, chlorine-resistant fabrics, each piece is designed to regulate body temperature and provide UPF50+ sun protection. Parents love the secure zip designs and comfortable fit, giving confidence in and out of the water.
With bright prints, neon styles and mix-and-match options, plus UV hats, dive toys and anti-fog goggles, Splash About makes every swim session safe, comfortable and seriously fun for little ones.
SILVER AWARD
Tyoub Australia Baby Sun-Safe Zip-Up Swimsuits
Price: $74.95
Shop: www.tyoub.com.au
tyoub is an Australian swimwear brand designed to bring joy, comfort and confidence to little swimmers. Each piece features freedom-of-movement cuts and UPF50+ protection, supporting safe play in the sun. Known for vibrant prints and retro-inspired designs, the range is both fun and functional. Made with recycled fibres and responsible production, it helps reduce ocean impact. From reusable swim nappies to quality swimwear, it’s a sustainable, family-friendly choice built to last.
BRONZE AWARD
Fernleigh Avenue Girl’s Swimwear
Price: $69.95
Shop: www.fernleighavenue.com.au
Fernleigh Avenue is an Australian-designed swimwear brand for tweens and teens, created to balance style with age-appropriate coverage. Each piece features confident fits, vibrant prints and practical designs girls love, with the reassurance parents want. Made from premium UPF50+ fabrics and double-layered for comfort and durability, it’s built for active beach days. Signature open-back and crop styles offer freedom to move while staying secure. A trusted, confidence-boosting choice for modern girls.
Best Educational Toy
GOLD AWARD
GOLD AWARDCONNETIX PRO 70 Piece Constructor Set
Price: $219.00
Shop: www.connetixtiles.com
Build like a PRO with this advanced line of magnetic tiles! Introducing CONNETIX Smart-Spin technology – allowing ultra-powerful magnets to rotate 360 degrees within the tile and ‘click’ into place enabling builders to construct in exciting new directions and angles.
Overlap, offset and stagger tiles to construct like never before, engineering boats and robots, design interiors and furniture, create characters and creatures, and more – inspiring the creation of more complex, detailed and functional designs.
Featuring a dynamic range of magnetic tile shapes in six contemporary colours including squares, rectangles, three types of triangles, plus post and plank pieces that push the limits of design and functionality. The extra strong, self-aligning magnets allow creators to pick up, share and interact with their designs on a new level. The unique features and limitless potential of the PROs provide the ultimate open-ended construction toy for older children and kidults alike!
SILVER AWARD
SILVER AWARDNuby Wacky Waterworks
Price: $24.99
Shop: www.nuby.com.au
The Nuby Wacky Waterworks is an interactive bath toy that brings STEM learning to life. Designed to teach cause and effect and basic fluid dynamics, kids can twist valves and knobs to control water flow. It features a shower head, spinning fan and rising float for engaging sensory play. The rearrangeable pipe system encourages problem-solving and creativity, while strong suction cups keep it secure. A fun, educational way to build motor skills at bath time.
BRONZE AWARD
BRONZE AWARDTedology Bear
Price: $229.00
Shop: www.tedology.com.au
Tedology is a multi-sensory, interactive teddy created by a Clinical Child Psychologist to support emotional development. Designed with kids, it features fidget-friendly paws, sensory tags and a voice-guided activity button to help children navigate big feelings. It encourages calming, transitions and storytelling, building confidence and emotional awareness. With included feelings cards and resources for families and educators, it’s a thoughtful, supportive tool for everyday emotional learning.
Best Interactive Toy
GOLD AWARD
GOLD AWARDNuby Twista Teether
Price: $12.99
Shop: www.nuby.com.au
Shake up the teething phase with the Nuby Twista Teether. Moving beyond standard soothing, the Twista is a dual-action developmental tool designed for babies 6 months+.
First, it targets the pain: flexible, multi-textured surfaces provide gentle relief to sore gums during the toughest teething stages. Second, it targets the mind: featuring rattle balls and colourful rings, it creates fun sounds that distract baby from discomfort while stimulating their auditory and visual senses.
The unique twisting parts encourage babies to grasp, turn, and manipulate the device, actively developing fine motor skills, dexterity, and hand-eye coordination. Easy for little hands to hold and made from durable materials for parents’ peace of mind, the Twista transforms a painful milestone into a moment of playful learning.
SILVER AWARD
SILVER AWARDTiny Love Black & White Stationary Activity Centre
Price: $199.00
Shop: www.motherschoice.com.au
This activity centre is a grow-with-me play essential packed with 20+ activities and 6 developmental toys to keep little ones engaged. With five versatile modes, it adapts from tummy time through to table and chair use as your child develops. Designed to support learning through play, it’s a fun, interactive way to build skills while keeping babies and toddlers entertained.
BRONZE AWARD
BRONZE AWARDTedology Bear
Price: $229.00
Shop: www.tedology.com.au
Tedology is a multi-sensory, interactive teddy created by a Clinical Child Psychologist to support emotional development. Featuring fidget-friendly paws, sensory tags and a voice-guided activity button, it helps children navigate big feelings through play. Designed to encourage calming, transitions and storytelling, it builds confidence and emotional awareness. With feelings cards and resources for families and educators, it’s a thoughtful, supportive tool for everyday emotional learning.
Best Preschool Product (0-5 Years)
GOLD AWARD
GOLD AWARDTrybike Matte Red Vintage Trike
Price: $239.95
Shop: www.amazon.com.au
The Trybike Vintage Steel Bike/Trike is a thoughtfully engineered 2-in-1 design that supports children as they build confidence and coordination.
Crafted from durable steel with 12-inch spoked wheels and extra-wide inflatable tyres, it delivers a smooth, stable ride across a variety of surfaces. Its clever setup allows you to start with the stability of a trike, then convert it into a responsive balance bike as your rider becomes more assured.
A small turning radius helps with easy, natural manoeuvring, while the adjustable seat and handlebars ensure a comfortable fit that adapts over time. Each Trybike includes sticker sheets so kids can personalise their ride, and the range is available in multiple colours for families who appreciate choice. With its blend of practicality, long-lasting construction, and classic vintage styling, the Trybike offers an experience that feels both timeless and genuinely enjoyable.
SILVER AWARD
SILVER AWARDBubble Wooden Abacus
Price: $39.95
Shop: www.babycentral.com.au
The Bubble Wooden Alphabet Abacus is a hands-on learning toy that turns play into discovery. Featuring rotating wooden blocks with letters, numbers and animal illustrations, it supports early literacy and numeracy skills. Designed to encourage problem-solving and fine motor development, it keeps little minds engaged while they learn. A fun, interactive way to build foundational skills through play.
BRONZE AWARD
BRONZE AWARDExploding Kittens Hurry Up Chicken Butt
Price: $29.00
Shop: www.kmart.com.au
Hurry Up Chicken Butt is a high-energy, laugh-out-loud game designed to get preschoolers moving. This “hot potato” style game keeps things simple, with players shaking the chicken to reveal fun, wacky actions before passing it on. If it clucks, you’re out! It’s a screen-free way to build motor skills, listening and turn-taking, all while burning off energy. Compact, durable and endlessly fun, it’s perfect for family playtime.
Best Board Game or Card Game
GOLD AWARD
GOLD AWARDLEGO® Brick Like This!
Price: $29.95
Shop: www.amazon.com.au
Brick Like This! is a fast-paced LEGO® brick game that turns building into a hilarious test of teamwork and communication. Players pair up to race against the clock to recreate models, but there’s a twist, one builds while the other gives instructions. Sounds easy… until you’re hit with challenge cards like no colours, one hand or eyes closed!
With 92 different models and 20 challenge cards, no two games are ever the same, keeping everyone on their toes. It’s a brilliant way to build communication skills, problem-solving and quick thinking, all while having a laugh.
Designed for 2–8 players aged 7+, with quick 15-minute rounds, it’s perfect for family game night or playdates. A fun, interactive game that gets everyone involved and thinking differently.
SILVER AWARD
SILVER AWARDBig Potato Games You Can’t Say Umm
Price: $39.95
Shop: www.bigpotato.com.au
You Can’t Say Umm is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud party game where teams race to the finish by describing quirky objects. The twist? You can’t say “umm”, or the bell rings and the pressure ramps up! As the game progresses, more sounds become off-limits, turning it into a chaotic, high-energy challenge. With quick rounds and simple rules, it’s perfect for families, parties or breaking the ice. Expect noise, sabotage and plenty of laughs.
BRONZE AWARD
BRONZE AWARDDixit Kids
Price: $49.95
Shop: www.asmodee.com
Dixit Kids is a creative, cooperative storytelling game where players work together to match images to a character’s mood. Designed for younger players, it encourages empathy, imagination and observation skills through playful interpretation. Each game is quick, easy to learn and around 25 minutes, making it perfect for family connection time. Plus, it’s fully compatible with other Dixit versions, so you can expand the fun as your collection grows.
Best Toy Brand
GOLD AWARD
GOLD AWARDCONNETIX
Shop: www.connetixtiles.com
CONNETIX is an Australian-owned and globally loved brand inspiring BIG imaginations, and helping children to learn and grow through play!
Designed for hours of open-ended construction FUN, the award-winning magnetic tiles allow children to create anything they can imagine – there’s endless possibilities to discover.
As a STEAM and MESH-accredited product, CONNETIX naturally supports the development of a wide range of learning concepts and lifelong skills. CONNETIX are engineered to last with enhanced safety features, including strong magnets and a unique bevel design, allowing children to build bigger and reimagine play possibilities.
The ultimate family educational toy that grows WITH children as they learn and develop. Showcasing an entirely compatible and innovative range, families expand their collections and level up play for years to come. There’s something for everyone – bringing together all ages and abilities through the exciting world of CONNETIX!
SILVER AWARD
SILVER AWARDPlum Play Australia
Shop: www.plumplay.com.au
Plum Play Australia is a trusted brand for active, imaginative play, offering a wide range of indoor and outdoor equipment designed to get kids moving. From climbing domes and swing sets to doll houses and drift trikes, each product supports physical development, creativity and confidence. Built for Aussie backyards, everything is durable, safe and made to last. A reliable go-to for quality play gear that keeps kids off screens and engaged.
BRONZE AWARD
bubble
Shop: www.bubblefamily.com
Bubble Family offers a beautiful range of eco-friendly wooden toys and plush companions designed to spark creativity and support early learning. Crafted with durability and child safety in mind, their toys are made to last and loved across every stage. From timeless wooden play pieces to cuddly soft toys, each product brings comfort, joy and imagination to everyday play. A trusted, family-focused brand committed to quality, sustainability and supporting parents on their journey.
And that’s a wrap on Nappy, Fashion and Playtime … but we’re just getting started.
There are another 45 categories up for grabs across the 2026 Mum Central Awards, covering everything from feeding and sleep to health, home, travel and beyond. Every single winner has been voted for by real Aussie parents, so you know the good stuff is in there.
Check out the full list of winners using the links below, and if your favourite brand made the podium, show them some love and share the win. These businesses deserve it.
Here’s to all our incredible 2026 winners. You earned it!
