The Biz: Feature Articles

Babies are notorious for kicking off most shoes put on their little feet, but Grain of Salt booties are one exception. These cute little baby boots stay put on even the wiggliest of baby toes. Their secret? A comfortable elastic band at the ankle to ensure they stay in place all day. Each pair is made of extremely soft and durable materials that are bound to please every tiny foot they go on.

Before No Slippy Hair Clippy entered the marketplace, there was a gaping void in children’s hair accessories. In the early days, Annie Salyer was one of the first sales reps for No Slippy. Then she and husband Ramey became partners and in 2005, took over as majority owners. Today, Ramey handles financial and legal issues for the company while Annie works as lead designer and oversees much of the company’s marketing.

When an expecting mother isn’t feeling well, be it heartburn, morning sickness, insomnia or aches and pains, her first concern is to find relief that is safe for her and for her baby. Navigating the many over-the-counter remedies on the market can be maddening, especially since so many are on the “no” or “maybe” list for pregnant and nursing women. Until now, there hasn’t been a trustworthy, effective line of remedies made specifically for pregnant and nursing women, but Healthy Mama came along and changed that. The Healthy Mama line offers OBGYN-recommended remedies for some of the most common discomforts of pregnancy.

It seems we can do about anything nowadays … drones, smart watches, pictures of Mars. But the drama of diaper rash continues, and parents are still searching for a better way to soothe little bottoms. CJ was a mom who was facing just such a dilemma, compounded by the fact that she was using cloth diapers. As she commiserated with other mothers on discussion boards, she also tried to find a homegrown solution. And when she did, she shared. And when she shared, she became the coveted creator of a balm to end all balms: CJ’s BUTTer.

Since it began in 1996, Green Frog Art has established a reputation for melding high-quality construction with distinctive designs for low prices not just within the juvenile furniture industry, but with parents across the country as well. Today Green Frog is working harder than ever to continue to innovate and improve its products for parents and their children. Under a new management team, Green Frog is continuing to build relationships with customers and provide them the furniture, accessories, and décor they can proudly and confidently bring to their homes.

A professional inspection company often has established standards for classifying various defects for a particular product type. But the responsibility ultimately falls on you, the buyer, to determine which quality defects are more severe than others. Luckily, we’re here to tell you what each defect type means and the things to consider when determining their importance.

At first glance, dinosaurs don’t seem to be the kind of creatures that young children would gravitate to. They’re big, scary, loud, and sometimes carnivorous. Their tough skin, spikes, and plates make them less than ideal cuddle buddies, and their no-nonsense lizard eyes don’t exactly say “Let’s play!” Yet somehow, dinosaurs have become one of the most-loved and popular characters in modern children’s literature and entertainment. In the new book Oddsockosaurus, author Zanib Mian and illustrator Bill Bolton capture a child’s many moods and faces through humorous prose and delightful images of dinosaurs.

Dress up little ones all snuggly and warm this holiday season with eco-friendly, luxurious clothing that is crafted from the heart by Blue Ullu. Quality made without compromise, all natural and cruelty free, the adorable, eco-friendly Blue Ullu outfits will keep little tykes fashionable and toasty warm in the upcoming cold months. Blue Ullu is a deliciously luxe children’s knitwear line handcrafted by women artisans in the Indian Himalayas. Each exquisitely handmade outfit is crafted from pure yarn of merino and angora wool, a blend that is absolutely soft and luxurious without the usual itchiness.

Whether the style is artisan homespun, futuristic, or something in-between, the new generation of green products has something to offer to just about any shopper. ecoBibi is one of the notable companies bringing fun, new products to environmentally responsible families. To give kids a safe, healthy start, ecoBibi has designed a line of natural, organic burp cloths, bath towels, changing mats, wash cloths, and stroller accessories made from a soft cotton/bamboo blend. Gifts sets include various pieces that are perfect for new and expecting parents.

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